Why choose the Centres?
“For many young people a visit to the Centres is a watershed in their lives. The Centres create an atmosphere that encourages confidence, motivation and co-operation. There is also the sheer pleasure of living and working together on a challenging programme in such a beautiful environment”.
- We have an experienced and well qualified teaching staff with good knowledge of schools and the curriculum.
- There is an excellent safety record with regular AALS inspections and high local authority standards.
- We use spectacular natural environments close-by: rivers, gorges, mountains, forests and lakes.
- Programmes can be tailor-made for schools and there is a long tradition of working with special needs groups.
- Programmes relate closely to the “Every Child Matters” agenda.
- We work closely with visiting teachers and leaders.
- We can offer activities, such as river studies, contrasting localities, freshwater ecology and land art which meet curriculum requirements.
- We help young people to gain lifelong interests in nature and the outdoors.
- Our activities do not involve queuing to have a “go”.
- We have a wide range of ICT facilities that can be used for photos, diaries, presentations, reviews and links with school.
- There is a homely residential atmosphere.
- We have a great reputation for the quality of our food.