Staffordshire 22 nd -26 th October 2018
RAF COSFORD • Depart 9:15(Arrive at school 8:50) • Arrive RAF Cosford 11:00 • 12-12:30 LUNCH • 12:30-2:30 Museum • 2:45 Depart RAF Cosford for Kingswood
• Please complete and return the permission slip as soon as possible.
– An introduction to Kingswood – Benefits of Outdoor Learning – Inspiring Learning Outcomes – Your Centre – Sleeping and Eating – Your Programme – Your Centre Team – Safety and Wellbeing – See it for yourself!
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Location: Our original Kingswood Outdoor highlights: Adventure TOTAL BEDS: 200 centre was purpose-built for apparatus including zipwire and residential school visits and abseiling, archery, bushcraft and a fun overlooks the picturesque beauty of and challenging low ropes course. 200 in standard rooms the Wrekin and Clee Hills. Indoor highlights: Flexible indoor (sleeping 6–12 in each room) space for all weather activities including problem solving and team challenges.
A day full of fun A typical day at Kingswood runs as follows: • Breakfast is served between 7.30am and 9am • First activities start around 9.30am • 10 minute juice break • Lunch time allocation from 12pm • A full afternoon of activities • 10 minute juice break • Evening meal time allocation between 5pm and 7pm • Evening entertainment from 8pm followed by hot chocolate (on request) • Lights out by 10.15pm Kingswood will create a programme to meet specific objectives, needs and learning outcomes. • Six activity sessions per full day plus one final evening session • Fully qualified Kingswood activity instructors lead all activities • Students are encouraged and praised during activities but are NEVER forced to take part if they are not comfortable doing so While other groups will also be present on centre during our stay, the majority of programmes and activities are conducted separately.
You’ll find welcoming rooms in our comfortable dormitory style accommodation which have bathroom facilities and a daily housekeeping check. All of our dormitories are secure and comfortable and secure with key code access and all bedding is provided. Pupils sleep in gender separated areas, with separate showers and toilet facilities, and teacher rooms are located close by to allow for plenty of supervision.
– Combining a variety of activity sessions, from aerial adventures to fun problem solving initiatives. – Programme of adventure experiences which encourage your pupils to bond and work together as a team. – We’ll work closely with you to build you a tailored programme from our range of physically and mentally challenging activities to create memorable outdoor adventure!
Your programme may include the following activities •Quad Bikes •Climbing •Aeroball •Archery •Lazer Quest •Go Karts •Fencing •Problem Solving •Caving •Orienteering •Circus Skills •Zip Wire •Abseiling •Nightline •Team Challenge
We know how daunting it can be letting your child go on a residential visit, so we do everything we can to make it a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Our policies and procedures are designed to make sure we adhere to the highest safety standards at all times: – Continual safety and first aid training for all staff – Regular checks on equipment before and after every activity session – Qualified First-Aider on centre 24/7 – All staff are fully DBS checked. We create a warm, supportive environment for students so they quickly feel at home. All our activities are progressive, allowing students to join in at whatever level they’re comfortable with. We have found the best way to help children cope with being away from home is to keep them busy, having fun from dawn ‘til dusk. Kingswood cannot guarantee 100% safety for personal items brought onto centre and they will not be covered by insurance. It is therefore advisable to leave valuables – cameras, mobiles, iPods, MP3 players, computer games, jewellery - at home. A clearly named disposable camera is acceptable.
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• Be prepared for all weather conditions. •Bring old, comfortable clothes that can get muddy and wet. • All clothes, shoes, bags, belongings of any kind must be named. • Please do not bring valuables of any kind. No mobile phones or MP3 players. • Aerosol deodorants- ONLY IN SHOWER ROOMS • You may bring a small amount of pocket money for the RAF museum/ souvenir shop (we recommend a maximum of £25) • Healthy food is promoted on centre. • Juice breaks are provided throughout the day, and provisions made for children with special dietary requirements
RESIDENTIAL KIT LIST One small bag or rucksack Torch One large bag or case Camera- Not a phone Please label all clothing Waterproof coat and trousers Water bottle Thick socks (several pairs) Packed lunch for the first day Socks for normal use (several pairs) Outdoor shoes (trainers or walking boots) Indoor shoes (slippers) Money Wellington boots (No more than £25) Trousers (tracksuit trousers are ok NOT jeans) Please DO NOT bring radios/mp3 players/mobile T-shirts/ shirts (Most activities need long sleeved shirts) phones Warm jumpers/sweatshirts/fleeces Nightwear Underwear You may like to bring a reading book, an activity book or comic for Wash kit the journey and the evenings. Towels (at least 2) Medicines- named and handed to Mrs Craske Children are able to bring some sweets to eat during the stay. These will be Hat and gloves stored safely and distributed at appropriate times. Sun cream Please DO NOT SEND TOO MANY and put these in a labelled, re-sealable Lip balm container or bag. NO FOOD IS ALLOWED IN THE DORMITORIES AT ANY TIME
Medicines special dietary requirements RAF Cosford and Kingswood Staffordshire 22.10.18 26.10.18
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Things to do: • Complete and return all • Please contact us with any documents to school as questions or concerns as soon as possible soon as possible. (by Monday 24 th September • The more we know the 2018) more we can help. • Involve your child in the • It is better for us to be preparation and packing of aware of potential their equipment so that difficulties rather than be they know what is theirs surprised! • Inform us of any particular dietary requirements or medical conditions
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