year 7 activity week trip july 13 th – july 16 th 2015 parents’ information evening
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Year 7 Activity Week Trip
July 13th – July 16th 2015
Parents’ Information Evening
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Year 7 Activity Week Trip
July 13th-16th
Leave school around 9.30 am on Monday morning. Come in at the normal time.
Arrive back between 4.30 and 5pm on Thursday afternoon.
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The Herschel Staff Team
Mrs Callender & Mrs Smith (Trip Leaders)
Mrs Lightfoot (Head of year 7)
Mr Brown, Miss Wood, Mr Nicholls, Mr Johnson
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Phasels Wood Activity Centre
• Near Hemel Hempstead, about 45 minutes by coach from school.
• Team of specialist staff provided by Peak Mountain Adventures
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Objectives• To have fun• To make new friends• To learn some new skills• To try out some new activities• To challenge ourselves
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Activities• Camping• Climbing• Canoeing• Abseiling• Archery• Bushcraft• & more
In groups of 10 or 11. Specialist instructor plus a Herschel staff member.
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Life jackets are worn and there is no need to be able to swim.
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Accommodation
Tents 2 or 3 pupils in each tent
Pupils have chosen their own tent groups.
Tents are provided
You must bring
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Food
We all eat together in a large marquee.
The chef will have a list of dietary requirements and will cater accordingly.
All food is provided
You must bring
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You must be prepared for wet weather
As well as the sun
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Vital Equipment
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Frequently Asked QuestionsCan I bring my phone, hair straighteners or other electronic equipment?
No thank you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I be forced to do any activity?
No, but you will be encouraged to.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there showers?
Yes and they are warm.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do parents contact their child in case of emergency?
Contact Mr Rose on 07799768826Alternatively, ring the school office during the day.
They will then contact us.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to bring any money ?
No, but there are vending machines and a small tuck shop where you can buy snacks and drinks if you wish.
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Frequently asked Questions?
If my son/daughter breaks the code of conduct, will I be summoned to Phasels Wood to drive them home?
Yes you will.
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What do you need to do now?
Make sure you have handed in your consent / medical form by Friday.
Assemble your kitLook forward to July 13th
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Any other questions?