Welcome to an introduction to Patterdale Hall. Year 6

Background Owned by Bolton School Operating successfully for over 15 years

Location and Background Your visit to Patterdale Hall: In the heart of the Lake District National Park Private lake Access to South end of Lake Ullswater Set in over 30 acres of estate.

Why Adventure Learning Builds Teams Fun New experiences Self confidence / Self esteem New skills Transferable learning Self review Resourcefulness Cohesion Learner Engagement Resilience Transition Leadership Communication Responsibility Relationships

Activities

Canoeing

Low Ropes

Rock Climbing

Kayaking

Archery

Facilities Boys and girls bedrooms for between 4 and 8 young people, with school staff close by. Washrooms and toilets Group lounge Games room Drying room Dining room

Activity Safety Externally regulated and inspected by AALA Appropriately qualified and trained staff Well maintained suitable equipment Flexible approach to working Generic, specific and dynamic risk assessments

Catering Proud to be renowned for the quality of food!!! Hot breakfast Lunch – Filled sandwiches, taken in or out Dinner – selection of options Additionally: Morning break – Flask out on session Afternoon break – Flask out of session Supper – Drink possible before bed. They can accommodate any dietary requirements if known in advance and will always work with young people to provide food for them that they can eat.

Average Day 7:15am Wake up 8:00am Breakfast 9:30am Activities 12:30pm Lunch 1:30pm Activities 6:00pm Dinner 7:00pm Eve activities Bed time TBC

Kit List Changes of clothes – avoid denim for activities. Joggers are great Towel and wash kit 2/3 sets of shoes, one indoor, one to get wet and one other. Sleeping bag (we provide a bottom sheet and pillow and case) Waterproof coat and trousers (if you have, if not Patterdale can provide). Seasonal kits (hat and gloves/sunhat and cream) Warm jumpers Swimming costume Bin bag in the suitcase for wet and dirty kit All packed with the student, labelled where possible. Do not bring Electrical items (including mobile phones) and valuables Your best clothes! Patterdale will provide all technical and safety equipment for the activities.

27th June – 29th June The cost of the residential will be £150 in total. An initial deposit of £20 is required by Wednesday 21st October in order to confirm the booking.

Any Questions