1. Year 5 Residential: Gilwell Park 25th June- 26th June 2017

2. Mission Statement
At Newport and Dawlish, we believe that all pupils deserve high quality education which engages, inspires and challenges; so that everyone meets their full potential. We strive to create a safe and happy learning environment which promotes independence and high expectations of all.
We are committed to providing opportunities which promote open mindedness, empathy and celebration of the rich and diverse community which we serve; so that everyone is able to contribute positively to society.
We are dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyle choices so that our students can meet their physical and emotional needs. We are determined that our students will be successful and will leave us as confident, highly educated pupils.
We do this by: 
Raising achievement through quality first teaching which enthuses and motivates; aspiring all to fulfil their potential. 
 Ensuring pupil voice is at the heart of all we do to enable children to become confident, resilient and reflective independent learners.
 Offering a broad and varied curriculum which ensures all children can read, write and are numerate.
 Having an open and welcoming environment where everyone feels welcome and included.
Mission statement in child speak:
       Nurturing environment where we all succeed.
       Enthusiastic learners, striving to do their best.
       We are all learners.
       Persevering to reach our goals in all that we do.
       Our voices heard.
       Respect is at the heart of our community.
       Talents and skills developed.

3. Planning
Liz Brandon and Tom Couldridge will meet with Clive Atkins, outdoor education advisor for Waltham Forest.
Liz Brandon and Tom Couldridge to complete a risk assessment of Gilwell Park (full assessment of accommodation )
Risk assessment to encompass back up plans.

4. Through a range of activities your child will:
Develop social skills
Develop independence
Practice skills of cooking
Have fun while learning

5. Itinerary Monday 25th June 2017
Leave school (children come into school as normal)
Arrive at Gilwell Park late morning
Orientation of the park and accommodation
Lunch (packed lunch)
Team challenge
Dinner (home cooked meal)
Story time
Dinner to be cooked by the pupils eg. Pasta, with a meaty tomato sauce, cheese and a mixed salad. NB. Meaty sauce is vegetarian

6. Itinerary Tuesday 26th June 2017 Breakfast Make packed lunch
Activities
Team challenge
Leave Chingford station early afternoon
Arrive at school
Breakfast: children make their own breakfast and packed lunch.
Team challenge: map reading and orienteering .
Activities: to be confirmed once numbers of pupils are received.( Pupil ability to be considered)
3G Swing,Aerial Trek,Crate Stacking,Free Fall,The Gauntlet,High All Aboard,Jacobs Ladder,Ladder Climb,Leap of Faith,Swimming Pool,Wobbly Pole,Zip Wire,Climbing,Kayaking,Medium Ropes

7. Activities
Sensory trail Zip Wire
Fire lighting
Archery

8. Accommodation

9. Accommodation
Private Lodge: Separate group leader/teacher room. Large main hall. Available equipment includes internet, TV and sound system.
We aim to have a female and Male Lodge. If this is not possible then there will be a female and a male wing with separate bathrooms.

10. Details 25th June- 26th June 2017
Cost approx. £50: full payment to be made on parent pay by March 2017
Parent meeting in April with more information

11. What to do now?
Complete the permission slip, return by Monday 2nd November 2016
Use Parent Pay to make a non-refundable £20 deposit to secure your child’s place.
Pay £5 a month
Payment to be completed by March 2017.

12. Questions?