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Overstrand 2019

Overstrand 2019. Information meeting. General Information. Dates of visit: Time of departure: Time of return: Point of departure on 10 th Apr: Tour Operator used: Size of group: Supervising staff:. Wednesday 10 th April to Friday 12 th April 2019.

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Overstrand 2019

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  1. Overstrand 2019 Information meeting

  2. General Information Dates of visit: Time of departure: Time of return: Point of departure on 10thApr: Tour Operator used: Size of group: Supervising staff: Wednesday 10th April to Friday 12th April 2019 Meet at 8:55 am at site A school hall 3.30 - 4.00 pm Friday 12thApril Wigston Academy Woods 45 students Mr. Dixon, Mrs. Norton, Ms. Brown, Miss Facer

  3. Where is it?

  4. Your centre – Overstrand Hall • Situated next to a stretch of coastline designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty • All programmes are tailor-made to suit individual needs, requirements and learning outcomes • Over 40 activities are available, including climbing, high ropes and archery

  5. The centre– Overstrand Hall Nestled right beside the beach in a beautiful area of North Norfolk, this rural setting really gives young people the opportunity to get out into the great outdoors.

  6. Food glorious food! It’s important for students to maintain high energy levels throughout your stay, so three freshly-prepared, healthy buffet style meals are served daily in the communal dining area. • All meals are nutritionally balanced and meet the latest Government standards on young people’s meals • A varied choice is always offered, with both hot and cold meals, a salad bar, at least one vegetarian option and yes, sometimes even chips! • Plenty of juice and water is available at all times • Most dietary requirements can be catered for as long as we are told in advance - forms will be issued to the group prior to your visit for this purpose and to establish any medical needs

  7. Bedtime routine Plenty of sleep is required to recharge the batteries, so lights are turned out by 10.15pm.

  8. Sleeping – a home away from home! • All residential dormitories are warm, comfortable and 100% secure • Girls and boys sleep in separate areas and teachers rooms are located close by to allow for plenty of close supervision. • All bedding is provided at the centre - one of the very first tasks for all students is making up their own beds! • Separate showers and toilet facilities are available for girls and boys • Overstrand Hall accommodates up to 250 young people in dormitories sleeping 4-16 students • Chill out zone for older students

  9. Accommodation details Centre details: 48 Cromer Rd Overstrand Cromer NR27 0JJ Tel: 0800 655 6564 Emergency contacts 8.00 – 4.00 Wednesday to Friday – telephone the school on 0116 288 1228

  10. Behaviour 1. Do not move between rooms – please consider other guests in the accommodation. 2. Do not make noise in the centre, especially after 10pm, as it is important to consider other guests. 3. When being remotely supervised, small groups should NEVER split up. 4. NEVER cross a road without a member of staff. 5. Follow ALL instructions from ALL members of staff at ALL times. We are responsible for you and want to keep you SAFE. REMEMBER: You are representing Wigston Academy, your behaviour must be EXCELLENT at all times.

  11. Clothing and equipment Spending money no more than £20 needed. 1 small rucksack for day trip. Long trousers and t-shirts, long sleeve tops, waterproof jacket, hat, gloves. 1 pair of sensible shoes for walking long distances. 5. Travel sickness tablets, if required for coach journey. 6. Medication must be brought along with a note from parents/carers stating that permission is given for young person to administer the medication as per instructions on packaging.

  12. Mobile phones Can mobiles we take mobile phones? Yes Things to consider: • They are your responsibility • Not to be used inappropriately • Not all rooms have sockets

  13. Itinerary • Travel from Wigston Academy to Overstrand Hall. • Visit Overstrand beach for lunch. • Tour around centre at 2.30 pm • First activity at 3.50 pm • Free time at 9pm-10pm Day 1 10/04/2018 Day 2 11/04/2018 • Breakfast between 7.30-9.00 am • Coach leaves at 9.15 am • Visit Cley, Weybourne, Sheringham and West Runton • Lunch at Sheringham 1pm, 45 minutes free time. • Return to centre for 4.30 pm • Activities and dinner between 4.30 and 9pm • Free time at 9pm-10pm

  14. Itinerary • Breakfast between 7.30-9.00 am • GCSE write up session 9.30 am • Final activity at 10.50 • Lunch at 11.45am, coach will pick up at 12.00 for return journey. Day 3 12/04/2018

  15. Rooming arrangements • There will be rooms that accommodate between 4 and 6 students. • Write down the names of as many students as possible that you would be prepared to share with. • You will be told who you are sharing with on arrival at the centre.

  16. Any questions?

  17. Thank you

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