2. A leading provider of school activity courses
the UK, established for 16 years.
Operating from 12 centres across the
country, we deliver high quality educational
experiences that meet the needs of every
individual.
Our courses encompass a range of outdoor
activities which encourage personal and
social development, inspire and motivate
learning, foster independence and build
confidence, all in a safe environment.
About us
3. The value of JCA
We believe that learning outside the classroom is essential to a well-rounded
education. Our courses focus on engaging and enjoyable learning, and help
develop life skills…
• Learning to work together as a team
• Achieving personal and team goals
• Conquering fears
• Trying new and exciting activities
• Experiencing living away from home
• Respecting and valuing each others abilities
• Revealing undiscovered strengths
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5. National Curriculum
Our programmes are linked to Key Stages 2, 3
and 4 of the National Curriculum, our standard
midweek Action & Adventure programme offers
the opportunity to cover aspects of:
• PE
• PSHE
• English
• Maths
• Art & Design
• Design & Technology
• Music
• Science
6. We adhere strictly to the Activities Centre
Advisory Committee (ACAC) Code of Practice
We operate strictly within the Code of Practice
laid down by the British Activities Holiday
Association (BAHA) of which we are full members
We are corporate members of the Institute for
Outdoor Learning (IOL)
We are affiliated to the NAHT and our Operations
Director is a full member of the Association of
Heads of Outdoor Education Centres (AHOEC)
Safety is our top
priority
7. Our instructors
All JCA instructors are required to:
• Attend an interview prior to employment - criteria for
selection includes suitability to work with children,
enthusiasm and friendliness
• Provide two referees
• Undergo a rigorous assessment / training
programme
• Submit an Enhanced Disclosure to the Criminal
Records Bureau (CRB)
We train our instructors in National Governing Body
(NGB) Qualification:
• England Fencing Organisation
• British Orienteering Federation
All staff hold the HSE recognised Appointed Persons First Aid
qualification and Senior Staff hold the First Aid at Work Certificate.
Climbing and Abseiling technique is instructed by SPA Assessed
instructors and assessed by one of the UK’s leading climbing
trainers/assessors (MIC qualified).
8. What your trip
includes…• Full board accommodation
• Full activity programme
• Full holiday insurance
• Evening entertainment programme
• 1:8 free places for accompanying adults
• Activity group size maximum 1:12
• One dedicated multi-trained instructor
per activity group for the duration of your course
• Achievement certificates
9. Condover Hall
Location
Built in 1586 Condover is a grade 1 Elizabethan Mansion. Set in
78 acres of fantastic country side and gardens your students
will experience history, beautiful countryside and state of the
art activities during their stay.
The village of Condover is set in the splendid Shropshire
countryside and conveniently situated close to the M54,
providing quick and easy access to the M6 and M5.
The market town Shrewsbury is just 10 miles away.
10. Condover accommodation is in 8
different accommodation blocks
comprising of single story, double
story and triple story. Dormitory
accommodation ranges from 2 – 10
beds per dorm.
Teacher rooms come in twin or single
bedded rooms with en-suite
bathrooms.
Condover Hall
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11. Condover Hall
Facilities
Our flagship centre offers an
impressive range of facilities
including:
•An amazing dining hall
•Indoor Pool
•I.T. Suite
•60 seater cinema
•Teacher lounge
•Indoor sports halls
•Shop
•Play & Recreation areas
12. Condover Hall
Abseiling
Air-Golf
Archery
Bivi Building
Blind Trail
Buggy Building
Climbing
Camp Fire
Circus Frenzy!
Dance Mania
Initiative Exercises
Fencing
Mini Olympics
Games Stations
IT session
Junior Instructor
Award
Quantum of Spies
Sorcerers Challenge
Survival
Activities
There are lots of exciting and adventurous JCA activities
to choose from…
Nature Trail
Orienteering
Photo Challenge
Pioneering
High Ropes , Low Ropes
Ramble
Rocket Launch
Sports Activities
Survival
Survival Extreme
Team Challenge
Wide Games
World of Sport
Wizards Workshop
Swimming
Watersports
Wet and Wacky
Run around quiz
Photographs may not have been taken at
Cholderton, but represent the activities available
13. Sample programme
MORNING AFTERNOON EVENIN
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Sessions 1 2 3 4 5
MONDAY Travel to the Centre Intro Tour Climbing Busted
TUESDAY Archery Circus Frenzy! Initiative Exercises Air golf World of Sport
WEDNESDAY Abseiling Low ropes Wizards Workshop High ropes It’s a knockout
THURSDAY Blind Trail Sorcerers
Challenge
Fencing Swimming Disco
FRIDAY Team Challenge / Presentation Travel back to School
Times and activities may vary from the sample timetable above.
All specialist equipment is provided.
Children are required to bring suitable outdoor clothing for activities.
14. “…we’ve had a phenomenal time thanks to everyone at JCA.
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26. Dates and Cost
The 2014 trip takes place Mon 10th
-Fri 14th
February.
Once again, we have managed to negotiate a discount and have
managed to price match the 2013 Manor Adventure for Condover
2014.
Total cost for the trip is £215, which includes all activities, full
board meals, transport, en-suite accommodation and a travel
insurance policy.
Likely payment schedule will be:
1st
payment (deposit) of £20 by end of June
2nd
payment of £100 by end of September
3rd
payment of £95 by end of November
If you wish to make smaller, more regular payments, that’s fine.
If your child is eligible for Free School Meals the total cost of
