Inspiring a lifetime of adventure
Award winning residential trips for primary and secondary schools
We’re delighted to have been awarded Best School Residential Trip Provider in Southern England by the Private Education & Development Awards, and shortlisted for the Best Business Women Award.
Read More"We cannot fault the professionalism, skill and enthusiasm of the staff. Every single member of the team worked very hard and we could not ask for more. They have the right balance of respect, discipline and keeping the fun element for the children."
"We had a brilliant three days – a real highlight of the year for children and adults! One teacher summed it up as “the highlight of my career”. The children loved it and are already excited about the next trip""
"The trip met our objectives and surpassed them. It gets better every year. We love the instructors as they are awesome role models."
"A fabulously engaging and inspiring visit for our children who would not get to experience these activities elsewhere."
"We were impressed with the practical nature of tasks rather than all about thrill-seeking. We loved the relaxed nature of our time, smooth transitions and patient, caring staff"
"Wildchild’s ethos matches our own – teamwork, challenge and encouragement to face difficulties."
Outstanding Value from only £99.00 per pupil
Our outdoor adventure residential programmes are designed bespoke to suit the age and objectives of each group. Our all-inclusive trips provide great value, including accommodation (woodland lodges or canvas bell tents), freshly prepared meals and a varied itinerary of activities designed to immerse children in the great outdoors.
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Read MoreLatest Blog: Why school residentials are the ideal mental health intervention
In October 2019 the Institute for Outdoor Learning published their statement of good practice around Outdoor Mental Health interventions. The statement highlights the growing importance placed on outdoor learning beyond simply education, but for mental health and wellbeing.
Read MoreAdventure trips for Primary Schools
Our residential outdoor adventure trips give primary school pupils an immersive introduction to outdoor learning. A range of bushcraft, outdoor adventure and teambuilding activities give children a unique opportunity to work together, building confidence and fostering independence.
Read MoreAdventure trips for Secondary schools
A Wildchild Residential Adventure trip gives secondary school students much needed time away from screens, enjoying time reconnecting with the outdoors. Through challenging outdoor games and activities students can build resilience and independence, develop positive relationships with peers and staff, and develop practical life skills that complement classroom learning.
Read MoreAdventure trips and summer camps for youth groups
Our immersive outdoor adventures are ideal for groups looking for a teambuilding trip or summer camp that can build on existing skills and develop new ones. Ideal for youth groups, faith groups, international visiting groups and sports groups.
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Our Locations
Our woodland activity centres in Hertfordshire and Surrey are ideally situated to provide a natural outdoor, rural environment, conveniently located within easy reach of London and the M25. Accommodation options include our authentic bell tented camping village, woodland lodges and underfloor heated glamping pods.
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