Tallong Campus

A fundamental principle of Outdoor Education is the Plan – Do – Review cycle. Before each activity, students make a PLAN to set up for themselves and their group for success. They then aim to put that plan into action – DO. Post activity, they REVIEW their experiences looking for areas of learning and alternate situations in their life into which they can transfer this learning. During camp, this process is undertaken in a supported environment whereby Outdoor Education professionals and the supporting school staff can provide valuable feedback that enhance the learnings of participants.

With this concept in mind, over the past few months the team at Tallong Campus has embarked on a journey to discover the best way we can source worthwhile feedback from our many and varied guests. This may not sound too difficult a task however deciding on a methodology that would best suit our needs and those of our respondents in this technological age was an interesting process.

The feedback we are seeking is part of the continuous improvement process we are undertaking at Tallong Campus and although in its infancy, our recent feedback trial has given us a positive proof of concept. During the trial we have received some valuable feedback regarding program design and activity offerings, and we are looking forward to full implementation in Term 3.

As part of the trial we have received comments on our final question that are worth celebrating:

How would you describe your Tallong experience to future guests of Tallong?

‘Tallong is a place that feels like home because of the warmth of the staff and the comfort of the incredible food and accommodation, but where you can take time for reflection and growth. I am always grateful for my visits.’

‘A great opportunity to be with students in the outdoors and see them in a different way from in the classroom.’

‘Amazing friendly staff that support you every step of the way. Great amenities and food. The perfect place for students to enjoy their camp, try new things and make new friends.‘

Thank you to the Santa Sabina Year 5 teachers who took part in our trial and a heartfelt congratulations to the team at Tallong Campus. This feedback is befitting of the love, care and effort you all put into every program and the positive difference you make to all of our guests. Your hard work is greatly appreciated by the whole Santa Sabina community.

Steve Fox
Manager Tallong Campus and the Tallong Team