Adventure Centre for educational activities Information Evening Y6 Tuesday 13th September Condover Hall Adventure Centre for educational activities

Condover Hall Monday 2nd October 2017 until Friday 6th October 2017

Welcome to JCA We are a leading provider of school activity courses in the UK, with over 20 years’ experience providing quality residential trips. Operating from 4 centres across the country, we deliver high quality educational experiences that meet the needs of every child. Our courses encompass a range of outdoor activities to encourage personal development, inspire and motivate learning, foster independence and build confidence, all in a safe environment.

Learning to work together as a team Achieving personal and team goals The value of JCA We believe that learning outside the classroom is essential to a well-rounded education. Our courses focus on engaging students , providing enjoyable learning, and helping to develop life skills… Learning to work together as a team Achieving personal and team goals Increasing self esteem and confidence Conquering fears Trying new and exciting activities Experiencing living away from home Respecting and valuing each others abilities Revealing undiscovered strengths Solving problems and taking responsibility

Staff Miss Beasley Miss Bower Mr Jones Mrs Boon Mrs Arthur Mrs Levitt

All of our centres are Health and Safety compliant. Safety is our top priority All of our centres are Health and Safety compliant. Our Safety Management System has been externally inspected and verified. First-Aid Kits are taken on all activity sessions. Centre Activity Managers hold the Emergency First Aid at Work Accreditation. Daily safety and equipment checks are carried out. Thorough Risk Assessments have been conducted. All staff are CRB checked.

Full board accommodation Full activity programme What your trip will include: Full board accommodation Full activity programme Full holiday insurance Evening entertainment programme One dedicated multi-trained instructor per activity group for the duration of your trip, helping students to reach their full potential through trust and support Achievement certificates

Condover Hall Built in 1586, Condover Hall is a grade I Elizabethan Mansion. Set in 78 acres of fantastic countryside and gardens your students will experience history, beautiful surroundings and state of the art activities during their stay.

Facilities High Ropes Low Ropes Sports Courts Sports Hall

Facilities Swimming Pool Cinema Room Classroom IT Suite Restaurant Tuck Shop/Gift Shop

Themed Rooms Dance Studio Grid of Stones Laser Maze Spell Room Tunnelling Room Buzz Room

Accommodation Accommodation comprises several blocks, all of which are completely refurbished. A member of JCA staff is on call 24 hours a day. In the evening Senior Staff are on duty until 10:30pm and night security patrol between 10:30pm and 7am. Spacious Dormitories

A complete list of activities to choose from includes: Abseiling Archery Bivi Building Body Zorbing Buggy Building Buzz Cirque du JCA Climbing Condover Crusade Dance Mania Eco Activities Fencing Film Club Grid of Stones High Ropes Course Initiative Exercises IT Suite Session Laser Maze Low Ropes Course Mini Olympics Nature Trail Netball Weekends Orienteering Photo Challenge Pioneering Raft Building Rocket Launch Search and Rescue Sensory Trail Sit on top Kayaking Spellbound (7-10yr olds) Survival Survival Extreme Swimming Tri-Golf Tunnelling Wet and Wacky Zip Wire

Sample Itinerary This is a sample itinerary, your week will be structured to meet your requirements and choice of activities. We can also offer part weeks and weekends. *Admission costs not included MORNING AFTERNOON EVENING Sessions 1 2 3 4 5 MONDAY Travel to Condover Intro Tour Climbing Giant Cluedo TUESDAY Zip Wire High Ropes Archery Camp fire WEDNESDAY Abseiling Tunnelling Kayaking Trapeze Talent Show THURSDAY Condover Crusade Fencing Bivi Building Karaoke FRIDAY Team Challenge Travel back to school*

What to bring? CLOTHES The older the better! Please refer to the list on the JCA Sample Kit List Sheet. Old, warm clothing Fleeces/Hoodies (layers!) Closed toe, sturdy shoes/supportive trainers (no material trainers e.g. converse, crocs, flip-flops or sandals) Swimwear Long trousers Tops that cover the shoulders / shorts that cover the thighs Hair bobbles SUN PROTECTION (just in case) Remember a sunhat/ cap and sun cream. Labelled water bottles. LABELLED PLASTIC SACKS When clothes get wet, you will need somewhere to put them.

BEDDING Bedding is provided but please bring towels BEDDING Bedding is provided but please bring towels. LUGGAGE Please keep luggage to one case/bag per pupil, as room on the coach may be limited and they have to do their own carrying! POCKET MONEY Please place any pocket money in an envelope with your child's name and the amount clearly marked on the front. This will be collected on Monday morning for safe-keeping. The children will not need more than £10 for the week. LOST PROPERTY PLEASE LABEL EVERYTHING – the children are responsible for their own belongings.

Please don’t bring… Mobile phones, electronic/computer games, jewellery/ valuables etc.

Medical/ First Aid Medication Please ensure that you fill out a form for any medication, prior to the trip. Please ensure that your child has all the medication they will need for the week – including travel sickness tablets – and this should be placed in an envelope clearly marked with their name and the administering medicine form . This medication should be handed to a member of staff on the Monday morning for safekeeping. Please speak to us if there are any specific instructions. Illness Minor illness will be dealt with as appropriate. Illness of a more serious nature will be dealt with by referral to the appropriate medical department.

Behaviour The children are representing both Thrapston Primary School and their own families and so we will expect excellent behaviour – this means showing consideration for the rest of the party, carrying out instructions on the first asking and showing respect for the adults of the centre as well as our own staff. DURING ACTIVITIES IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT INSTRUCTIONS ARE LISTENED TO CAREFULLY AND FOLLOWED EXACTLY.

Health and Safety Students will be expected to listen carefully to all instructions and ensure these are followed at all times without hesitation or argument. Seat belts are compulsory while travelling in the coach and must be worn at all times Students should be mindful at all times and do nothing to endanger the health and safety of themselves or others.

Contact The school will be in daily contact with us and we will endeavour to keep you up-to-date with what we have been doing. In the event of emergency contact us by telephoning either the School 01832 732512; or after hours (4pm) Mrs Turner 07470112386.

Itinerary Monday Meet in the O’Leary Hall (with bags, medicines and money – clearly labelled) Bring a disposable packed lunch. Hot lunches will be available. Wear comfortable clothes for travelling Depart from school at 12.30pm Arrive at centre at approximately 2.30pm

Itinerary Evening Activities: Such as: Camp Fire Tunnelling Film Night Shop *These are subject to change Tuesday – Thursday Activities such as: Aerial Trek Archery Climbing Fencing Raft Building Kayaking Wet and Wacky (indoor pool) Laser Quest

Itinerary Friday Activities in the morning and lunch. Depart the centre at about 1pm. Arrival back at The Nene Centre, Thrapston at approximately 4pm.

Any questions?

From all of us at JCA we hope you enjoy your trip and look forward to seeing you at Condover Hall….

“As soon as I stepped into the grid of stones room it looked amazing!” Quotes from children’s letters after visiting Condover…. “I really enjoyed going to Condover and would really like to go there again just to see the instructors as I miss them already.” “Everyone was working together. The instructor was really encouraging and so was the team.” “My favorite activities were rockclimbing, crate stack and caving because you encouraged everyone to have a go! That was the best residential trip ever.” “As soon as I stepped into the grid of stones room it looked amazing!”

Quote from a parent helper after visiting Condover…. “I was impressed with the reception we got on arrival and introduction to the centre. After a pleasant guided tour of the house we went straight into activities. I can say that all the instructors were very knowledgeable of each of the activities and the feedback from the children was very positive. Overall the experience at Condover Hall was excellent and a great start for the children’s social interaction. I wish there was these type of facilities when I was 9/10 yrs old. This is a very recommendable place for all ages and will leave a long lasting memory for myself and the children who attended, my own son included. Once again thank you for an excellent stay and if the chance arises again for me to visit I shall jump at the chance.”

“…we’ve had a phenomenal time thanks to everyone at JCA. The children have taken away memories that will last a lifetime…”