YEAR SEVEN ACTIVITIES WEEK

1
YEAR SEVENACTIVITIES WEEK
BEAUMANOR EDUCATION CENTRE 13th-17th July 2009
2
When we go and what it costs

• We will leave Comberton Village College on the
  morning of Monday July 13th and return around
  2.30pm on Friday 17th July.
• The cost will be 180 payable in 3 instalments of
  60. (A letter with details of how to pay will be
  sent out shortly)
• This includes all accommodation, food, transport
  and all activities led by both Beaumanor and
  Comberton staff.

3
Where are we going?
Beaumanor Education Centre is located in the
grounds of Beaumanor Park adjacent to Beaumanor
Hall. It is situated in the Leicestershire
village of Woodhouse surrounded by 30 acres of
gardens and parkland. The grounds include a
small wood with mature specimen trees, a stream
and pond and a formal garden. Beaumanor Education
Centre offers many activities and organised
events, all closely related to the requirements
of the National Curriculum. The range of
activities cover

• archery
• canoeing
• climbing
• challenges
• arts and crafts
• hill walking
• orienteering
• high ropes
• The centre is staffed by qualified, experienced
  teachers and instructors who are employed to lead
  specific activities.

4
Where we are staying

• There are 5 cabins and a large campsite on the
  grounds along with various activity areas.
• The pupils will have the option of camping or
  staying in a single sex cabin with between 16 and
  20 beds. They can decide who they want to be with
  but pupils who camp will have a maximum of 3 per
  tent please make sure they have a tent! Staff
  will either be in cabins or camping with pupils.
  There is a girls side and a boys side to the
  campsite.
• Our evening meals will be taken in the Hall
  itself, with packed lunches and breakfast being
  delivered each day to the cabins and campsite.
• During the day pupils will work in groups of 12
  with one member of Beaumanor staff and one
  Comberton teacher to each group. Activities will
  usually have two groups working together. The
  groups will be made up from the tent and cabin
  lists to ensure pupils have some of their friends
  with them.

5

• What Do Your Children Need to Bring?
• Compulsory for cabin and campers
• Bag for wet/dirty clothes
• 2 pairs of jeans/joggers or casual trousers
• A set of clothes which will get wet
• 2 jumpers/fleeces/sweatshirts
• Light walking shoes or trainers
• Trainers/shoes which will get wet
• Shorts and T shirts
• Socks and underwear for one week
• Waterproof jacket (most important)
• Sleeping bag pillow
• Torch
• Soap/toothbrush/other toiletries
• Towel and swimming costume
• Sun hat
• Sun cream or sun block
• Small rucksack or bag for day trips
• Plastic drinks container

6
Campers
They will need to bring all the things listed on
the previous page and A 2 or 3 person waterproof
tent, no bigger make sure they know how to set
it up! Foam sleeping mat or inflatable
mattress Peg mallet Spare tent pegs Groundsheet
or plastic sheet if this is not sewn in. Plastic
bowl and plate Cutlery Tea towel
7

• ALL PERSONAL EQUIPMENT SHOULD PACK INTO ONE
• RUCKSACK, BAG OR SMALL CASE
• Please label all clothing and equipment

8
Insurance

• The school carries insurance for personal
  accident for pupils and staff and if any
  parent/guardian wishes to have a copy of the full
  insurance policy please contact Miss Lorna
  Bateson at the College.
• Please Note
• Pupils are advised not to bring any items of
  value as we cannot accept responsibility for
  their security. All belongings are brought at
  your own risk. The college is not responsible for
  them. If pupils bring a camera and/or personal
  stereo they must look after them at all times.
  Disposable cameras are an excellent idea.
  REMEMBER NO MOBILE PHONES.

9
Pocket Money
Pupils may bring some pocket money with them. We
recommend that they do not bring more than 10 in
small change. Beaumanor has a small gift shop
which pupils visit once. Pupils will be
responsible for the safety and security of their
own money during the week.
10
First Aid
We will be taking basic first aid kits with us.
There are qualified first aid staff at Beaumanor
Hall and among Comberton staff. If pupils
require prescription medication during the week,
written instructions regarding this should be
given to Mrs Compton on the Personal Details Form
which will be attached to the letter you will
receive soon. Personal medication will be looked
after by group leaders unless your child is
responsible for their own Epipen. In this case
they should carry this and their protocol for use
at all times. Medical needs and food allergy
information will be shared with staff at
Beaumanor.
11
So What Are We Doing?

• There are eight different daytime activities for
  your children to try. They are all staffed by
  both Beaumanor and Comberton staff
• Climbing
• Canoeing
• Archery
• Orienteering
• Walking
• Just Be Art Craft
• Challenges
• High Ropes course
• Each evening after dinner there are more
  activities, including a visit to the dungeons,
  50-a-side football, disco, talent show, murder
  mystery, and more.

12
Climbing

• Gain the confidence to climb a rock face. Pupils
  will travel to and from the climbing area by
  minibus. All the equipment (helmets, ropes and
  harnesses) will be provided.
• SAFETY IS VITAL. THEY MUST LISTEN CAREFULLY TO
  THE INSTRUCTIONS.

13
Canoeing

• This activity takes place at Quorn Hall
  International Education Centre which is about
  three miles from Beaumanor.
• Canoeing takes place on the River Soar. Tuition
  is in open canoes or kayaks and pupils may opt to
  use either.
• Buoyancy aids are provided and must be worn.
  Helmets will also be provided.

14
ARCHERY
Archery takes place in the gym on the Beaumanor
Site and consists of an introduction to archery.
This will be a three-hour session either in the
morning or afternoon in groups of up to 12. The
basic skills will be taught and there will be an
opportunity to practise them.
During the session there will be opportunities
to test their skill against the others in a
shooting competition. There may also be time to
have a go at shooting balloons and round the
face/clock competition.
15
ORIENTEERING
This activity will take place at Beacon Hill
close to Beaumanor Hall. There will be a series
of courses to be followed. This activity will be
linked to the walking activity so pupils will be
away from the site all day and have their packed
lunch at the Beacon.
16
Walking

• This activity is linked to the orienteering on
  Beacon Hill.
• We either walk to the Hill for orienteering or
  back to the Hall afterwards.
• We have lunch in the middle of these two half day
  activities.

17
JUST BE

• CREATIVE AND ARTISTIC!

This is a session where pupils will be able to
develop their creative side. This session will
be run by staff from CVC.
18
CHALLENGES
This is a series of (6-8) small tasks and
challenges which pupils have to work out as a
team. They will work together and be trusted
with specific tasks. This will help to build
self-confidence.
19
High Ropes

• This is a relatively new activity at
  Beaumanor. It includes an aerial trekking course
  and elements such as Jacobs Ladder and High
  All Aboard.
• These elements involve a high degree of team
  work and trust as well as individual courage and
  determination.

20
Coming soon, to a cinema near you

• Monday 23rd February 2009
• Year 7 social trip to Cineworld in Cambridge
• 12, includes travel, tickets and snack box
• Film to be confirmed nearer the time

21
(No Transcript)
22
4 Performances altogether

• X-half on 3rd and 6th February
• Y-half on 4th and 7th February
• 100 participation is our aim. If there is
  anyone who cannot participate on a particular
  night, please let Mr Parker know immediately
  (preferably by email bparker_at_comberton.cambs.sch.u
  k).
• Further information and a booking form are on
  Parentmail today.