Whatever the weather, time spent outdoors offers unique learning opportunities that directly benefits learning and behaviour back in the classroom. With this in mind, more and more schools are choosing to offer residential trips in the Autumn or Spring terms, giving more time for learning to be embedded back in the classroom.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM AN AUTUMN/WINTER SCHOOL RESIDENTIAL TRIP
We love to embrace the opportunity provided by the shorter days and bracing weather to enjoy activities that simply don’t work in the longer, hotter days of the Summer term. Our Autumn/Winter residential school trips are available from September through to the end of April, making an Outdoor Adventure possible at any time of year. This is just a flavour of what your pupils can expect on their Autumn/Winter residential:
- Dormitory-style accommodation in our cosy woodland lodges. (Option to camp still available Sept/Oct).
- Evenings spent telling stories and toasting marshmallows around the camp fire.
- Night walks
- Astronomy and star gazing
- Outdoor bushcraft activities
- Year-round outdoor adventurous activities such as abseiling, climbing and archery
Cosy indoor woodland lodge accommodation
Situated in natural woodlands, at easily accessible outdoor centres close to the M1 and M25.
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Adventure activities tailored for all seasons
Bushcraft and Outdoor activities that are designed to inspire a love of adventure.
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Why brilliant residentials are not just for summer
The Brilliant Residentials campaign highlights the benefits of taking a school trip outside of summer.
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Autumn/Winter residential trips from only £99.00
Affordable trips include accommodation, meals and outdoor activities delivered by Wildchild instructors
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THE BENEFITS OF A SCHOOL RESIDENTIAL OUTSIDE THE SUMMER TERM
The Learning Away Foundation recently launched a campaign to raise awareness of the many benefits to schools and pupils of choosing a Winter residential. These are just a few of the reasons why schools shouldn’t discount the quieter Autumn / Winter months when planning their pupils’ next residential:
- Greater flexibility on dates and trip duration during off peak months
- Pupils can enjoy new outdoor learning opportunities and develop an appreciation of the great outdoors whatever the weather.
- Teachers have the rest of the school year to benefit from the strong relationships forged, lessons learned and improvements in behaviour that are developed during the trip.
- The added challenge and opportunity for team bonding when taking on activities and enjoying the outdoors in colder months.
For more information and to check availability for your Autumn/Winter or Spring school residential trip, feel free to get in touch… Call us on 0845 3717099 click here or email info@wildchildadventure.com