1. www.rygoutdoor.co.uk

2. Where is RYG?

3. RYG – About us A brief history – Originally the village primary school, RYG first became an outdoor centre in the early 70’s. The centre was then run by Mid Glamorgan L.E.A. before being taken on by The Rhos-Y-Gwaliau Outdoor Education Trust. This Trust worked in conjunction with Berkshire unitary authorities. 8 years ago the centre faced closure and was taken on by staff members to be run as a private business. RYG still supports many Berkshire schools and continues to maintain a very strong educational ethos.

4. Safety Rhos y Gwaliau has a proven safety record over more than 30 years. It has been inspected and approved by the Adventurous Activities Licensing Authority (AALA). It employs well qualified, highly motivated teachers and instructors. RYG holds the “Gold Standard” quality badge in outdoor education.

5. Our Strengths Staff - Our instructors are experienced outdoor practitioners and qualified to a high standard. For them it is a full time career choice and a passion. Children visiting the centre are able to work with the same instructor throughout the course, building a rapport with them. We find this makes teaching more purposeful as activities can be tailored, and challenge or support given more effectively. We see amazing changes in children throughout their stay which make us extremely proud. Quality – RYG has recently been awarded The “Gold Standard” in outdoor Education. This quality badge is awarded by the AHOEC (Association of Heads of Outdoor Education Centres) as recognition, not only of safety but of the highest quality instruction and provision in terms of the experience offered. This award also encompasses the “Learning Outside the Classroom” quality badge and the “Adventuremark”.

6. …and More Off site activities in the great outdoors Opportunities for children to develop many skills including: independence, self esteem and being part of a team Children are encouraged to challenge themselves and try new things. Have a go! We celebrate success..sometimes the smallest steps are the biggest! Opportunities for children to review their learning and experiences Due to its small size only one school group is on site at a time.

7. Staff Ed Jones – Director Paul - Instructor Lucy - Instructor Lewis - Trainee Sigrid - Trainee Gill - Instructor

8. Domestic Staff Linda Secretary Simon Chef Mary Domestic duties

9. Healthy Eating The centre provides a range of popular, healthy and nutritionally balanced meals. The centre aims to use fresh produce and serve home cooked meals as much as possible. Biscuits are freshly baked every day for supper. There is always plenty of fruit, which children can help themselves to at any time. Special dietary requirements are well catered for. The RYG kitchen has received top marks for food hygiene. (July 2011)

10. * Leave School 9.30am Sunday * Arrive RYG 2.30pm Sunday * Leave RYG 10.00 Saturday * Arrive School 3.00 pm Saturday * Travel while at the centre is by mini bus. * All driving is done by PCV qualified drivers. * RYG holds a coach operators licence. Travel

11. A Typical Day 7.30am Get up. Dormitory inspection 8.00am Breakfast 9.00am Duties 9.30am Morning meeting 9.40am – 4.15pm Activities 4.15pm – 5.30 Showers / Free time 5.30pm Dinner 7.00pm Evening Session 9.00pm Supper 9.00pm Bedtime and lights out

12. Activities

13. Climbing

14. Ropes Course

15. We can’t guarantee snow or sun ! Mountain Walk

16. Mining

18. Canoeing

19. Kayaking

20. Gorge scramble

23. Sailing

24. Orienteering

26. What equipment will the centre provide? Windproof fleece Waterproofs Walking boots Wellies Rucksack See our website for a full kit list

27. Fit for Purpose? Warm and dry!

28. Just A Few Comments Bev Revie Headteacher New Christ Church CE Primary School