The Department for Education has concluded its review into the guidance against overnight educational visits with a possibility of them resuming from Easter. In a statement, the DfE said it recognised “the enormous benefits overnight residential educational visits can provide for children” but that it continues to advise against domestic overnight educational visits. A spokesperson added: “In February, we will … Read More
Update – Over-night School Trips
Dialogue with the Dept of Education England – Update Unfortunately, there is to be no change for the Autumn term, with ongoing sector engagement to inform a structured review in November – this with a view to amending guidance to schools for overnight visits with effect from January 2021. The IOL (Institute for Outdoor Learning) are continuing to work with … Read More
Holy Name R.C Primary School, Fishguard
We welcome Holy Name R.C Primary School from Fishguard for a 3 nights residential from today. Already the children have settled into their new surroundings and have experienced their first taste of activities this afternoon. These included Archery and MTB Track with Rhys and Bush Craft with Andy. Weather conditions are dry but foggy and so we hope to see … Read More
Adventure Activity Licensing
With the proposed changes and even suggestion of abolishment of adventure activities licensing we are happy to confirm that the Welsh Government/Llywodraeth Cymru have decided to retain adventure licensing in respect of Wales. Check out the link for further details; http://www.outdoor-learning.org/Default.aspx?tabid=118&Id=222
