Welcome!

Purpose of this evening......

Aims of the Residential

to provide memorable and challenging opportunities for your children to develop independence, self confidence and responsibility

to help your children to develop a better understanding of the French culture

To allow them to experience ‘really’ living in a foreign country (as opposed to going on holiday there)

to have fun!

Staffing

To be decided, depending on numbers, but the party will be led by Mrs Evans from Doddi with the support of Mrs Elworthy (who went last time)

The Journey

We will complete the majority of the trip using

public transport.

Travel thereExeter St David’s to Portsmouth Portsmouth - Caen

Health and Safety

The safety and well being of your children will be the priority at all times

Host families will be selected by the experienced twinning association leader in France

English adults will be on hand throughout the stay

Good preparationHigh adult: child ratio

Possible Itinerary• Saturday 6th JuneLeave EXD 09:26Arrive Portsmouth Harbour (2 changes) 12:52Ferry 14:45 to 21:30

• Tuesday 9th JuneFerry 08:30 to 13:15Train

Probable cost will be around £100 per pupil.

Provisional Kit List (NB to be confirmed nearer the

time)1. Small rucksack containing .... Lunch box (and lunch!) Unbreakable, resealable drinks

container (containing a drink!) (Optional – camera. Children will be

responsible for their own cameras, so we suggest old or disposable ones.)

Coat (preferably lightweight and waterproof)

2. Wheeled holdall / suitcase

containing all other items

Personal washbag (hairbrush, toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, shampoo etc)

Sun cream Towel Flannels Pyjamas (or alternative nightwear) Dressing Gown Cuddly toy (only one each please) Crocs or flip flops…

T shirts – named -at least 2 (no strappy / vest tops please, in case of sunny weather)

Trousers – named - at least 2pairs. Long shorts would be an acceptable alternative.

Warm tops (eg fleeces, jumpers, sweatshirts) – named - at least 1

Underwear – named - a change for every day!

Socks – at least 3 pairsSun hat

Quiet activities (eg top trump cards, book, colouring book etc)

(Optional – suitable sweets to share during the week eg individually wrapped)

Carrier bag / bin liner for dirty clothes

spending money Disposable camerapersonal electronic equipment or

electronic gamesSmall gifts for host family membersPassport (in date)EHIC card (in date)

Medicines

Please see your Headteacher about medication. Prescription drugs can be administered during the week, provided that the relevant permission forms have been filled in. All medicines need to be handed to an accompanying adult on Saturday 6th June in a clearly labelled bag.

Any questions?

• Please just ask!