School Trips
Residential Trip Residentials London & South East
Risk Assessments
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LOtC Quality Badge
AALA Licence
Institute of Outdoor Learning
ABTA Licence
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Adventure Mark
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Creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thinking are recognised as the key 21st century skills needed for success in education and beyond. At Kingswood, young people are challenged in a myriad of ways, both as individuals and in teams, whether this be during raft building, orienteering, bushcraft challenges or high ropes scrambling; spurring one another on to complete the adventure. New for September 2023 is the Skills4Life programme for secondary school aged students, designed to offer progressive exposure to challenges which have meaningful, real-life application and will build resilience. Working in teams to collaborate with or compete against one another, young people will gain important life skills whilst enjoying some fun and rewarding experiences.
Taking part in a residential trip can do wonders for a child’s personal and physical development. Activities such as climbing, hiking, kayaking, and team sports all promote physical fitness and instil discipline, perseverance and a positive attitude towards challenges. These types of experiences can help build character, enhance self-esteem and even spark interest in physical activities that could last a lifetime.
One of the primary goals of a residential trip is to encourage independence and self-reliance in children. Being away from the comfort of their own homes and families allows the students to develop essential life skills like decision-making, problem-solving, and having more independent responsibility. Through the range of activities that are planned, children can learn to overcome challenges, build resilience, and become more confident in their abilities.
We offer a range of physical activities across our centres which promote health and wellbeing, resilience and team-building skills. Activities at Grosvenor Hall inc;lude climbing, abseiling, high ropes, canoeing, fencing, laser tag and archery.
Our quality English language and adventure courses give students the opportunity to improve their language skills in a vibrant and exciting environment. Our classes are taught by qualified English language teachers and we provide a varied educational programme, combining classroom learning with exciting adventure activity sessions.
International students choosing our standard English as a Foreign Language (EFL) programme will receive tuition in classes of up to 15 students, alongside a fun, challenging and exhilarating activity programme.
The focus is on developing confidence in the English language with particular emphasis on speaking and listening. Students gain a certificate of English language and a course report on the progress they have made during their time with us. Outside of the summer months, this programme can be tailored to your needs with additional excursions.
Used as either a full programme, or as individual progressive sessions, Bushcraft teaches young people the wide range of skills necessary to survive in a wilderness scenario.
Young people are encouraged to think about their perception of the natural world, as well as understand which elements can be utilised in conjunction with newly acquired skills; such as learning to construct a shelter, safely lighting a campfire using natural materials, and using campfire gadgets to cook a variety of meals outdoors.
Kingswood’s provisions for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities including learning difficulties, hearing, visual or mobility impairment and behavioural issues can be found on the SEND page of their website along with risk assessments for SEND. However, Kingswood encourage party leaders to contact the management team to arrange SEND provisions.
Risk Assessments
Inspection Visits
Free Places for Teachers
Resource Packs
LOtC Quality Badge
AALA Licence
Institute of Outdoor Learning
ABTA Licence
British Activity Providers Association
Adventure Mark
NCS Centre
A residential experience, whether day or overnight, allows children the opportunity to build a toolkit of positive mental health skills
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