CENTRE MANUAL
GROSVENOR HALL
GROSVENOR HALL
Cosmopolitan centre having some of the best activity facilities in
Europe. Grosvenor Hall offers a unique learning experience within an
outstanding purpose built environment.
KEY INFORMATION
LOCATION: Kingswood Centre, Grosvenor Hall, Kennington, Ashford, Kent TN25 4AJ
LOCAL AREA: Nestling in the heart of Kent, Ashford is one of the country's fastest
growing towns in England and still manages to retain its rural appeal. The town centre
has a range of shops, cafes and restaurants. There is one of the biggest Designer Outlets
10 minutes away by car, open all year round. In a beautiful setting, cafes and restaurants
and more than 80 boutiques, they offer something for everyone.
NEAREST AIRPORTS: London Gatwick, London City, London Heathrow, London Stansted
EUROSTAR TERMINAL: Ashford International
TRAIN STATION: Ashford International
FERRY TERMINAL: Dover
DATES: Kingswood operates throughout the year for closed groups. From 21st June
2014 to 31st August 2014 the standard summer programme will be available
AGE RANGE: Recommended age range 11-17
SAFETY: Safe and secure environment with boundary fencing, security gates and CCTV
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ACCOMMODATION:
No of beds: 630
Sleeping accommodation consists of en-suite and standard twin, triple and multi bedded
rooms. Teachers stay in high quality single en-suite rooms. All student accommodation
blocks have fully equipped teacher lounges nearby.
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25,000 Sq Ft Sports Hall
25m indoor heated Swimming Pool
High Adrenaline Activity Park including 3G swing, triple zip wire and high ropes course
Blue-ray cinema and laser zone
Separate dance studio and disco hall
Substantial dining facilities, including a Kosher Kitchen for multi-faith groups
High Tech Computer LAB
Shop
Teachers Retreat with computer
Free Wi-Fi zones across the centre
ENGLISH TUITION:
15 hours of English Tuition per week (20 lessons a week)
As part of a 1 week programme, students will receive 15 hours of English language
classes comprising 20 lessons per week. Our quality English language courses offer
children the opportunity to improve their language learning in a vibrant and exciting
environment.
Our classes are taught by qualified English language teachers and our curriculum has
been specifically chosen to highlight the Kingswood motto of ‘learning by doing’. The
classes are accompanied by adventurous and exciting activities, to ensure all children
are highly motivated both in and out of the classroom. All students receive an end of
course report and a certificate of their language level. Trinity College Examinations are
available to all groups on request.
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ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES:
EVENING ACTIVITIES:
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3G Swing
Abseiling
Indoor swimming pool
Field Games
Indoor & Outdoor Laser
Indoor & Outdoor Climbing
Leap of Faith
Blu-ray Cinema
Campfire
Mini Olympics
Pool Party
EXCURSIONS:
OPTIONAL TRIPS:
Full Day
London
Brighton
Canterbury
Harry Potter World
Leeds Castle
London & Theatre
Thorpe Park
Hastings
Dover Castle
Bluewater Shopping Centre
Half Day
Ashford
Royal Tunbridge Wells
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SAMPLE PROGRAMME:
Sunday
Week 1
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
22 June / 20 July
Monday
23 June / 21 July
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
24 June / 22 July
25 June / 23 July
26 June / 24 July
27 June / 25 July
28 June / 26 July
Arrival on centre &
Orientation or Optional
Trip to Leeds Castle
English Language courses
English Language courses
English language Courses
English language Courses
English Language Courses
Full day excursion to
London
Skyclimb/Nightline
3G Swing/Fencing
Jacob’s Ladder/Quad
Biking
Half day to Canterbury
with a visit to Canterbury
Cathedral
Zipwire/Basketball
Abseiling/Swimming
Walking Tour of London
and a Thames River
Cruise
Climbing
Mini Olympics
Bottle Rockets
Archery
Blu-ray Cinema
Campfire
Disco
Week 2
29 June / 27 July
Morning
Arrivals or Optional trip
to Thorpe Park
Circus Skills/Orienteering
Aeroball/Parachute
Games
Half day to Tunbridge
Wells and the Pantiles
Basketball/High All
Aboard
Descender/Field Games
Archery/Leap of Faith
English Language courses
English Language courses
English language Courses
English language Courses
English Language Courses
It Could Be You
Pool party
Quiz
Singstar
Disco
In the Spotlight
Afternoon
Evening
Week 3
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Week 4
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
6 July / 3 August
30 June / 28 July
7 July / 4 August
1 July / 29 July
8 July / 5 August
2 July / 30 July
9 July / 6 August
3 July / 31 July
10 July / 7 August
4 July / 1 August
11 July / 8 August
Arrivals or Optional trip
to London
English Language courses
English Language courses
English Language courses
English Language courses
English Language courses
Crate Stack/Dance Ejay
Leap of Faith/Arts &
Crafts
Orienteering/Swimming
Half Day to Hastings
Battle Abbey
Quad Biking/Team
Challenge
Quad Biking/Zipwire
Mini Olympics
Bottle Rockets
Disco
Quizzes
Blu-ray Cinema
Campfire
13 July / 10 August
14 July / 11 August
15 July / 12 August
16 July /13 August
17 July / 14 August
18 July / 15 August
5 July / 2 August
Full day excursion to
Brighton
Walking Tour and visit to
Royal Pavilion
Blu-ray Cinema
12 July / 9 August
Full day excursion to
Cambridge
Walking Tour and Trinity
College
Singstar
19 July / 16 August
Arrivals or Optional trip
Harry Potter Tour
Skyclimb/ Indoor
Enterprise
Nightline/Team Tech
Half Day to Bodiam Castle
Mind Challenge/Football
High Aquilibrium/Fencing
Full day excursion to
Herstmonceux
3G Swing/ Parachute
Games
English Language courses
English Language courses
English language Courses
English language Courses
English Language Courses
Visit to Herstmonceux
Castle and Science Centre
Laser Zone
Pool Party
Disco
In The Spotlight
Climbing
Campfire
It Could be You
Note: There are 3 activities during a morning or afternoon activity session, and 1 evening activity.
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SAMPLE MENU:
Menus vary from day-to-day according to the season and the individual centre but there
is always a choice of hot and cold dishes, vegetarian selections and fresh salad bars. We
can also cater for students with special religious or dietary needs if you let us know in
advance. Students who are off-site at lunchtime will be given a packed lunch, including
sandwiches, fruit, biscuits, crisps and a drink.
BREAKFAST
Selection of cereals, semi-skimmed milk, orange squash, fresh fruit and yogurts, white
and wholemeal toast, continental-style breakfasts with croissants and cheese or cooked
breakfasts.
LUNCH
Cajun chicken, cheese and onion pasty, freshly baked jacket potatoes, baked beans,
grated cheese, potatoes wedges, sweetcorn, garden peas.
DINNER
Homemade lasagne, macaroni cheese, sauté potatoes, sliced green beans, cauliflower
and either a hot or cold pudding plus a choice of fresh fruit.
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TRANSFERS:
We have a number of transport options available including an escorted shuttle service.
Please contact us for further information and advice.
TRANSPORT:
TIME:
London Gatwick
London City
London Heathrow
London Stansted
1.5 hours
1.5 hours
2 hours
1.5 hours
CONTACTS:
Reception: +44 1233 618250
International Manager: Abel Jeney
MEDICAL INFORMATION:
We have trained first aiders on site at all times and procedures in place should an
emergency occur. However in the event that a hospital visit is required, the nearest
hospital to the centre is:
William Harvey Hospital: 10 minute drive
Doctor:
10 minute walk
Pharmacy:
10 minute walk
Dentist:
10 minute drive
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
There is a Guest Services Team on centre to help with any queries and ensure your stay at
Kingswood is as enjoyable as possible and a night duty team at the reception for any
emergencies.
FACILITIES:
AVAILABILITY:
Laundry
Drying room
Bedding
Towels
Safes
Cleaning
Included for any stay over 7 days
Available
Included
Not included
Valuables can be put in main safe
Rooms and bathrooms are cleaned every 2nd day
Housekeeping will empty bins and clean bathrooms
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