1. Some Admin whilst you are waiting…..
Dates for your Diary....
Monday, 14th October, Foundation Day. Celebration at Birmingham University
Wednesday, 16th October 4.15 – 6pm Year 7 Settling in Evening: meet the tutors, learn more about how the school works and ask any questions.
Second Hand Uniform: If you have any requirements, please see Mrs Baxter and fill in a uniform request sheet.

2. Wednesday 25th - Friday 27th September 2019

3. 3 and a half HOURS AWAY from KECHG.
Approx.
3 and a half HOURS AWAY from KECHG.
WHERE?

4. How? 3 Aston Manor Coaches (see lists) leaving at 8am. M6
Comfort stop at Sandbach Services
M56
A55
Cross The Britannia Bridge
Llanfairpwllgwyngyll

6. Pas Newedd

9. WHAT’S HAPPENING? You will be taking part in four activities.
Each activity/group is led by one of the centre’s instructors plus a member of CHG
Be prepared to have fun and get muddy
These include...
High ropes to low ropes
Batik
Canoeing
Dance
I have set the groupings!

10. Anglesey Staff
Miss M Meredith
Head of Year 7

11. Anglesey Staff Mr K Johnston Miss M Biggs 7X Tutor 7V Tutor
Ms R Durham
7Y Tutor
Dr A Taylor
7Z Tutor

12. Anglesey Staff Miss M House Miss M Barton Mrs J Baxter Ms M Nicklen
Miss R Simmonite
Miss F Smith
Miss E Spencer

13. Lights out @ 10pm, Silence @ 10.30pm
Outline
Day 1
7.40 – 7.55am Register
8am Leave KECHG
12.30pm Conway Centre, packed lunch from home
2pm Activity 1
6pm Dinner
7pm Evening activity (till 8.30pm)
Day 2
8am Breakfast
8.45am Notices, briefing
9.15am Activity 2
12pm Lunch
2pm Activity 3
6pm Dinner
7pm Evening activity
8.30pm Quiz
Day 3
9.15am Activity 4
1.30pm Coach leaves
6 – 6.30pm Arrive at KECHG
Register on the coaches on Vicarage Road. Don’t ask me!
Please be prompt to collect
Lights 10pm, 10.30pm

14. What to be wearing when leaving KECHG
You will need to travel in clothes suitable for your first activity. There will be little time to change
You must wear your trip sweatshirt
Check your handbook for your activity

15. Activity wear Dance: clothes easy to move in (lots of stretch!)
For all outdoor activities you must wear
Long sleeve top, Jumper or fleece, Long trousers (not jeans, ¾ length trousers, shorts), Old trainers (which must not come into the centre if wet or muddy!)
Dance: clothes easy to move in (lots of stretch!)
Batik: appropriate indoor wear, normal clothes
Water and Ropes
Drying Room
Name things

16. Advised Kit List: please name all items of clothing and towels
Old trainers for outdoor x 2
Pyjamas
Wash kit (no spray deodorants)
travel shoes
Slippers/ Flipflops
2 towels
2/3 long sleeved tops
Baseball Cap (optional)
2/3 pairs of trousers
Dirty washing bag
A jumper or fleece
Personal medication
Lightweight waterproof coat
Water bottle
For outdoor activities the centre provide waterproof tops and trousers.
2 towels: one for outdoor showers, one for bathroom showers.
Deodorants

17. You may also bring, but they are your responsibility...
A camera
Around £30 in £1/£5 (no £20 notes) for the gift shop.
A mobile phone.
The dormitories are NOT locked, and if your phone is seen during an activity it will be confiscated in line with normal school policy.
The centre have sked that we do not bring ipads or tablets.
There are a few plug sockets in the dormitories which need to be shared. Ensure all cameras and mobile phones are fully charged before you leave.

18. You must NOT bring
Electrical appliances such as straighteners and extension leads will be confiscated as they are a fire risk)
Valuable items (dormitories are not locked and you will not be able to take these items with you)
Aerosol Sprays

19. Luggage No Large suitcases, there is nowhere to store them
Make sure your daughter can:
Carry her own luggage (there are stairs!)
Pack her own luggage when leaving
Please label all belongings

20. FOOD
All main meals and drink breaks are provided by the centre. The food is of a very high quality, with a wide range to choose from, all cooked fresh on the premises.

21. Follow the School Code of Conduct
Follow the instructions of both school staff and the staff at the centre
Give support to all members of your team throughout activities
Long sleeves and full length trousers must be worn for all activities
Mobile phones should be kept safe
Food must not be consumed in dorms
You should remain in dorms between 10.00pm and 7.30am unless there is an emergency

22. TEAMWORK & POINTS
Throughout the trip, your form will be able to earn (or be fined!) points
These points will be collated by Miss Meredith and Miss Simmonite who will give a running update
Most points will be earned by showing team work skills during the activities, but also for helpfulness and good manners.

23. CRITERIA
POINTS
Dormitory tidiness
spotless=10; tidy=5; untidy=0; food=-10
Teamwork
10; 6; 3; 0
Lateness to activities
1 point per person late
Dining tables
Spotless 10, down to -10 for leaving plates etc
Night time disturbance of staff through noise
-10

24. Trip updates
Travel sickness
Medication: to Miss Meredith Monday, 23rd September
Home sickness
Bedding
Emergency Contacts