Year 7 Trip to CologneDecember 2011
Pupil Aims of the Visit
To recognise the cultural and social aspects of Germany
To use language skills in “real” situations To have fun! To sample some German food and drink To do some Christmas Shopping
Agenda Group composition Travel arrangements Accommodation Itinerary Remote supervision Code of conduct Insurance Clothing/Bags
Pocket money Medication Passports / EHIC Any Questions?
Group Composition
65 pupils 7 staff Staff/Pupil ratio of 1:9
Members of Staff
Mr Dearden (Group Leader) Mrs Rahman Ms Hall Mr Jimenez Mrs Kitchener Mr Kaziro Mr Modi
Travel Arrangements
Friday 16th December – Outbound Journey Pupils arrive at school car park at 5.30am Coach leaves promptly at 5.45am Coach to Dover via motorway Channel crossing with P&O Ferries Coach to Cologne via motorway (stops throughout journey for refreshments) Arrival at hotel for evening meal
Travel Arrangements
Sat 17th December – Return Journey Coach to Calais via motorway Channel crossing via train Coach to Bingham via motorway (stops throughout journey for refreshments) Arrival at school car park at approx. 9am
Coach Company Holds correct licence to travel in Europe Holds suitable levels of insurance Has a suitable maintenance regime Coach has seatbelts fitted to each seat Driver has been police checked and holds
current and suitable driving licence Double Decker Executive Coach with DVD
player and reclining seats!!
Coach Company
Ferry Company
P&O Ferries Subject to stringent safety regulations Group list handed to reception upon
boarding
Train Company
Eurotunnel Subject to stringent safety regulations Shorter crossing overnight Chance for pupils to stretch legs, toilet
stop or keep up on sleeping!
Accommodation
A & O Hotel, Neumarkt, Köln Rooms of 2-3 pupils with staff on same
floor Keys available to lock rooms at night 24 hour hotel staffed reception Bar area for buying soft drinks Restaurant
Accommodation
Fire-safety General security Safety of accommodation Suitable food preparation facilities Cleanliness and general appearance
Itinerary
Friday 16th December Dinner at the Hotel Late evening visit to the first Christmas
Market
Itinerary
Saturday 17th December Visit to Cologne Cathedral Kaufhof Shopping Challenge Chocolate Factory Tour Shopping Ice Skating Christmas Markets
Remote Supervision
Short periods of time when pupils will be given: Clear guidelines as to what activities are
permitted Information about how to contact members of
staff in the activity area who can reach the group promptly
Clear and understandable boundaries in regards to conduct and time deadlines
Instructions to remain in groups of four or more
Remote Supervision
Likely in the following areas: travelling on the ferry during free time in the hotel Kaufhof Shopping Ice-Skating
Code of Conduct
Applies at all times during the trip For the enjoyment and safety of the
whole group Please read through carefully with your
son/daughter Sign to indicate you agree with code and
that your child will follow it
Luggage
ONE rucksack/handbag for the day in Cologne
- packed lunch
ONE small bag for
- change of clothes
- toiletries
Clothing and Equipment School Uniform is not needed! Smart/Casual/Comfortable clothes and shoes Waterproof coat Hat/scarf/gloves Warm jumper/Sweatshirt/Fleece Overnight clothes for travel back to the UK All toiletries European Plug Adapters Sleeping bag/duvet/pillow
Pocket Money
Recommended €20 For buying souvenirs, gifts, snacks etc. Pupils will be responsible for their own
money during the trip
Medication
Please label clearly with child’s name, dosage and when it should be taken
Can be handed to group leader on Friday morning for safe-keeping
Please see or contact Mr Dearden if this is the case
Passports
All pupil passports will be looked after by a member of staff during the trip
A photocopy of each passport will be made prior to the trip as a form of ID for pupils to carry at all times
They will be returned when we return to school on Sunday 18th December
EHIC Card
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) allows you to access state-provided healthcare at a reduced cost or sometimes free of charge
Would be treated on the same basis as a resident of Germany
They will be returned when we return to school on Sunday 18th December
Telephone Tree
In case of early/late return or emergency during the trip
Will be sent home with pupils on Wednesday 14th December
Thank you to main contact volunteers
Any questions?