Learning Away works with schools to help them develop highly effective BrilliantResidentials which are led by teachers co-designed with students and fully integrated into the curriculum

We believe the transformation is greater the sooner a residential takes place in the school year

Yet residentials in schools are more likely to take place in the summer term just as the teacher is saying goodbye to their class

Here are some compelling reasons why schools should plan WinterResidentials

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Residentials improve studentsrsquo engagement with learning including positive changes in behaviour and attendance Going on a residential in the winter months will give them a passion for learning which can live on throughout the year

72My behaviour at school is better

Primary71I feel more strongly motivated to learn

Secondary

79I know my teacher better

Primary

84I get on better with others in my class

Secondary

Going on a winter residential allows more time for all learning to be embedded and reinforced back in school We know residentials have a long term impact on studentsrsquo progress and attainment when followed up on their return to school

77The way I was taught on the residential will help me do better in this subject

Residentials foster deeper relationships which are sustained back in school The sooner a teacher gets to know their students the sooner they can lsquoset them up for successrsquo Winter residentials allow relationships between staff and students to become more trusting and respectful back in the classroom Students get to know teachers as individuals staff gain a better understanding of their students and how to respond to them

Winter residentials can also be more affordable giving schools the benefit of a greater return on investment

Why not have a sleep-over in the school hall or within the school grounds to keep costs low

Many residentials providers have reduced rates or offer discounts over the winter period

The longer nights and shorter days offer new learning opportunities outdoors during a residential

Try out astronomy

Take a night walk

Go exploring in the dark

Enjoy exhilaratingwinter weather

The beginning of the school year is also a great time of year to kick start key subjects with inspiring hands on learning indoors

Explore art galleries and museums

Experience historicalre-enactments

Learn about localtraditions

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References

Paul Hamlyn Foundation Evaluation of Learning Away Final Report (York Consulting 2015)Learning Away The State of School Residentials (LKMco 2017)

Learning Away was founded and initially developed by Paul Hamlyn Foundation phforguk

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Through extensive action research Learning Away has gathered profound evidence that shows that school residentials have a transformative impact on everyone involved

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Residentials improve studentsrsquo resilience self-confidence and wellbeing Students are more willing to try something new and ask for help push themselves and participate in class Imagine teaching a class with more self-belief for the rest of the school year after going on a winter residential

87Felt more confident to try new things

Secondary

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