Educational trip – to experience a foreign country/culture… and to try to speak some French! Have fun!

Who is going? 44 pupils – 27 girls, 17 boys 5 staff – Mr Ross, Mr Lund, Mr Perez, Mrs Long, Miss Cheese

Where are we staying? Le Bois du Lys About 45 mins outside of Paris Specialist residential centre Facilities Mixed residence

The Itinerary FRIDAY 14 TH JUNE – meet at school – Depart! – Folkestone-Calais Eurotunnel – arrrive Calais PM – visit to a boulangerie, then onward travel to Paris. Evening meal in restaurant

Brief Itinerary SATURDAY – 8.15 – leave hotel – Guided tour of Paris, Flunch lunch, Pompidou centre, restaurant dinner SUNDAY – 9.30 – leave hotel – Stade de France, Flunch lunch, Boat trip, Montparnasse tower, evening meal at hotel MONDAY – 8.00 – leave hotel – Parc Asterix, evening meal at hotel

Return details – Depart hotel – visit Sacre-Coeur and Montmartre (packed lunch) – Leave Paris – Eurotunnel from Calais – Arrive Folkestone – estimated arrival at school

FOOD: The first meal provided is the evening meal – students will need to either bring a packed breakfast/lunch, or money (£/€) Breakfast – in accommodation Lunches – vouchers provided (up to 11€) or packed lunches Evening – in restaurants/at accommodation No evening meal on Tuesday Fussiness! You are going to a different country – and so the food may be different. A willingness to try other things is essential!

Behaviour in hotel Represent Devizes school Mealtimes – compulsory – breakfast/dinner Bedtimes –will vary depending on next day’s departure time Behaviour on corridors – respect others No boys in girls’ bedrooms and vice versa Safety at all times

Behaviour on excursions Representing Devizes School – school trip, not a holiday. Politeness – behaviour in and around towns Minimum groups of 3. Looking out for eachother. Misbehaviour – “babysitting” by teacher Ultimate penalty – sent home at parents’ expense

Behaviour in Paris/Parc Asterix School groups – natural “target” for pickpockets etc. Know where staff will be – listen! Registers/meeting points It is busy! If you do get lost, stay still – you’ll be a lot easier to locate! All pupils will have an emergency contact number for staff Behaviour contract Consequences of poor/dangerous behaviour

Kit List SMALL case/bag + day bag Towel + toiletries – hair dryer share! Comfortable shoes – lots of walking! Light coat/waterproofs Clothes – no offensive motifs, representing school Camera, Spare batteries A watch! Sun cream, sunglasses, Tissues, hat Dictionary, pens/pencils, book to read? Food – snacks for bus – no fizzy drinks, not too many sweets No chewing gum! Sports stuff?

Money, valuables OPTIONAL – hand money in to Mr Lund on coach - Mr Lund to control “bank” Mobiles – very expensive to use! Cameras (batteries, films) iPods/mp3s etc. – your responsibility – but must NOT be worn on excursions! Spending money (50€?) Pounds/Euros

The coach Toilet – emergency use only! Keep to drivers’ rules SEATBELTS - €135 fine on the spot! Children may not sit directly next to emergency escape. Traffic – opposite side - Care when getting off! Litter!

Safety, medical, security Always in groups of at least three, NEVER alone Belongings – bag/pockets – common sense Medication handed in? Travel sickness Staff to carry basic first aid, but no drugs Photos

The Accommodation - BOYS 2 rooms of 4 boys 1 room of 3 boys 3 rooms of 2 boys

The Accommodation - GIRLS 5 rooms of 4 girls 1 room of 3 girls 2 rooms of 2 girls

Emergency contact details Emergency contact/phone tree (volunteers) School mobiles: Emergency details etc. will be confirmed in letter.

And finally… The idea is to enjoy yourselves, and to make the most of any opportunities to speak French and experience French culture. Follow rules, stay safe, and it will be a fantastic trip!!! Any questions?