France2012parents meeting1

Parents Information Evening 23rd November 2011

 The aims and objectives of the residential A short presentation from a Manor Adventure representative. An outline programme of activities Dates and deadlines. An opportunity to ask any questions/ raise concerns. An Opportunity to book a place

 Before we start we would like to say a big THANK YOU for showing an interest in this Residential trip and all it has to offer.

 The French adventure week would provide the children with a unique experience, one which they would not normally experience in Blackpool. The children would have a fantastic and significant opportunity to develop individually and socially in varying team and individual activities Through the residential week we would expect all children to come away with new adventure skills, language skills improved social and interactive skills.

Date Morning Afternoon EveningMonday Travel Travel Onsite Activity22/10/12Tuesday Visit town of Rue Onsite Activity Onsite Activity23/10/12Wednesday Visit to chocolate Onsite Activity Onsite Activity24/10/12 factory and snail farm.Thursday Visit Market Onsite Activity Onsite Activity24/10/12Friday Onsite Activity Travel Travel25/10/12 Activities will not be confirmed until October 2012

 Climbing Abseiling Orienteering Obstacle course Rifle shooting Archery Fencing Blind trial Crate stacking Initiative exercises Low ropes Chateau Olympics Quiz/ Disco night

 Allmeals at the centre are included Children will share the ensuite rooms The children will need their own sleeping bag, pillow case and towels for their own personal use.

 As you are aware we will be staying at the Chateau du Broutel located in the North of France less than an hour from Calais. The trip will take place from Monday 22nd October to Friday 26th October 2012 The cost of the residential visit will be £350.00, which includes coach travel to and from the venue and full board at the castle along with visits to market town of Rue, snail farm and chocolate factory and the outdoor adventure activities on site The cost does include basic insurance ( medical expenses, possessions and accident cover in Europe) however you may wish to purchase additional insurance.

 Children who attend the residential will require a EU Health card – these are easily applied for by your self online or through the Post office and are free. The above cost does not include passport. It is our intension to apply for a collective passport in the new year for the period of the trip. Cost will be confirmed ASAP. The cost however does not include any spending money for the children.

 There are initially 40 places available for the children and these will be allocated on a first come basis. I will be leading the residential trip and there will be at least 3 other staff members/ adults involved. There will be a follow up meeting for pupils and parents in July 2012. We will keep you updated using the details you have supplied us. We have also created a blog for the trip – any updates will also be added there.

 Ifyou would like your child to attend the residential week then we require a deposit of £60.00 (non refundable) by Thursday 1st December. (Balance of £290 to be paid by July 16th 2012) Cheques should be made payable to Hawes Side Educational Activities. The forms will be available at the end of this meeting.

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