Amsterdam Information Evening Saturday 21st May – Friday 27th May

Focus RE Art History Balance of visits

Departure Be at school for 2.15-2.30PM Please be prompt Bring your passport! Wear your hoodie

The Ferry Cabins of 4 Teachers will be centrally located Need an overnight bag plus some money Take travel sickness pills BEFORE we set off. No one should go on deck under any circumstances

Packing: What you need Holland is very similar to the UK Brolly and sun cream! Pack a coat and sensible shoes PJ’s Appropriate clothing for the visits

The Hostel Rooms Manners Key cards Behaviour Meals

Sunday 22nd May Arrive in Holland around 9.30am. Breakfast on the ferry. Check in at hostel and eat lunch. Bowling Tea at hostel and time to unpack.

Monday 23rd May Shopping time in Amsterdam. Canal Cruise around the city. Anne Frank House.

Tuesday 24th May Kamp Westerbork Concentration Camp Hard Rock Café

Wednesday Walibi World Packing!

Thursday 26th May Van Gogh Gallery IAMsterdam Park Depart for ferry

Friday 27th May We will arrive back at school at 11.30am. Please be prompt. 

Mobile Phones Remember to give your number to your group leader on the form provided. (destroyed on return) Remember charger Credit Contact home Contacting us Data roaming off Facebook/Instagram etc. and photos on phones. No phones at bedtimes so time must be given to charge them during free time.

Spending Money and the Bank How much? How often can I take money out? What happens to money left over? Gifts and shopping

Medication Please submit any medication your child requires PRIOR to travel. It should be in a clear, named bag with clear instructions. Unless otherwise stated we will assume your child can take responsibility for their own medication. Please ensure your child has spare inhalers if necessary. Paracetamol and plasters!

Behaviour Impeccable at all times. Instructions followed first time they are given. Mindful of who else may be visiting the same places we are and why.

Payment The final payment is due this Friday. All monies must be paid prior to our departure.

After the meeting…. Please remember to: Fill in the Amsterdam checklist, including your child’s mobile number. Ensure you have had your child’s passport photocopied and you have collected it again. Handed in your EHIC card Handed in your medical form Handed in your hoodie form