Parents

Shortly your child will be embarking on an Adventure week to Adventure International here in Bude.

We hope that this week will have a lasting effect upon him/her and that you will be pleased with any change.



To ensure that this week is a success, we have developed over the years a code of practice for our instructors and a strict but fair regime in the Centre itself. Our major aim is to develop respect for oneself, each other and the environment and by setting parameters of acceptable behaviour; we have been able to achieve a happy, safe learning experience for all children who attend our Centre.

This has sometimes required the disciplining and sending home of some students who have put others at risk.

We have seven basic rules that enable everyone to enjoy their week with us and hopefully return home more aware of the needs of others when living together. They are:

The students will be supervised 24 hours a day. When on activity they will have a minimum of 1 instructor and one teacher with them. Whilst in the centre there is always a team of senior instructors on duty and visiting supervisors are placed in rooms next to the students during sleeping hours. As you will see we have taken every possible step to ensure the safety and well being of your child. The majority of our groups have been returning to us for many years building traditions and reputations. We are sure your child will fall into this pattern of responsible behaviour.

When equipping for this trip, please remember that this is an activity week which does mean that there is a distinct possibility that he/she will get wet and muddy so the clothes you send should be appropriate. T-shirts and shorts don't take up much room so plenty of those. Old trainers are essential. Tracksuit bottoms are preferable to jeans as they dry quickly. Waterproof trousers are always handy if you own them already, but are not essential. Sunscreen is required for the warmer months.

We would suggest you ensure your child has some pocket money for the duration of their visit. We have a gift shop on site that sells T-shirts and souvenirs.

The Menu consists of three healthy meals a day; Breakfast is cereals, toast and/or cooked meal, lunch is either packed or 2 courses, evening meal is a 2 course meal and in addition to this, snacks are available from the tuck shop throughout the day. Please find attached a sample menu for your perusal.

As the students are involved in 3 activities per day they have only a small amount of spare time. There are many free games, table tennis, basketball, football, etc. for them to play. There is also a different film screened each night in our TV lounge, for those children who do not wish to take part in the planned evening entertainments.

As part of our evening entertainments programme we have a fancy dress disco, so please ensure your child has a costume for the evening.

Some children go through a phase of homesickness in the early part of the week. We have found that phoning home only exacerbates the problem, so we have now taken out the public phones. Please do not send your child with a mobile phone. Be assured that we have skilled tutors who will support them through this period. Should you have an urgent message the number is 0870 777 5111.

We look forward to greeting your child and please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any queries.

Regards

Keith Marshall

Managing Director

Please find below paperwork which may help you organise before your arrival.


Parents Pack



Special Offer for families of students who have been with a school trip.

Tel +44 (0) 8707 775 111

info@adventure.uk.com