information for parents and pupils. where are we? ardmay house is located on the shores of loch...
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Ardmay HouseInformation for Parents and Pupils
Where are we?Ardmay House is located on the shores of
Loch Long, just outside the village of Arrochar.
Getting ready for your trip
What should I pack/not pack?Old comfy warm clothesLots of socks and
underwearTrainersJammiesMidge repellent/sun tan
lotion (seasonal)Wash kit and towelLunch box and water
bottleDisposable camera
Ipods/MP3 Players Mobile phones Digital cameras Electronic games
and equipment Brand new
clothes/jeans Kit List on www.ardmay.com
Arriving at ArdmayCoach will leave from school – don’t bring too
many sweeties for the journey!Welcome to the house, find your bedroom and
getting to know the house and grounds.Find out your group and meet your instructor
for the week.Lunch at Ardmay – you won’t need a packed
lunch on Monday.Fire drill to make sure everyone knows where
the fire exits are.First activity – Forest adventure.
Forest Adventure
Outdoor ActivitiesDuring the residential week at Ardmay House
you will take part in a variety of outdoor activities including:
Canoeing
Climbing/Abseiling
Mountain adventure
Problem Solving
Orienteering
Weaseling
Staff and Safety
High staff to child ratio.
AALA licence
All staff enhanced disclosure checkedand highly qualified with NGB qualifications.
On a Monday evening, all pupils write a postcard to send home. They also keep a daily diary of the activities they have done each day.
Evening ActivitiesAfter dinner there will be some time to relax
and have a shower before the evening activities which run from 7-9pm.
These include:
Indoor GamesTeam Challenge
At Ardmay we operate a healthy eating policy, serving a child-friendly, nutritious menu.
Breakfast: Cereals, toast with spreads, fruit juice.
Lunch: Soup Filled rolls, fruit, crisps, and juice.
Dinner: Choice of two main courses (always one vegetarian option) and a pudding.
Supper: Biscuits and juice.Special dietary requirements are catered for
on request
End of the week – home time!On a Friday morning, we do a big clean up
before the bus arrives.
There is a chance to go to the souvenir shop to buy a memento of the trip.
We do a review of all we have achieved during the week before the closing ceremony, where each pupil will receive a certificate of achievement.
Any Questions?Further information including FAQs,a sample menu and kit list can be found in the ‘schools’ section of our website: www.ardmay.com
For any more information, please do not hesitate to contact us.By telephone: 01301 702 998By email: [email protected]
We’re looking forward to seeing you at Ardmay soon!