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The Duke of Edinburgh Award at Winmalee High School is a program in demand. The award is at the forefront of enrichment programs designed to bring out the best in young people who want to challenge themselves. A significant proportion of the school population participates in the program.
Participants challenge themselves in a range of activities including skill development, adventurous journeys, community service and physical recreation.
Winmalee High School typically has an annual intake of interested students at the beginning of Year 9 as the entry age to the program is 14 years.
Duke of Edinburgh Awards are graded as Bronze, Silver and Gold levels.