All yourOUTDOOR LEARNING NEEDS from ONE PROFESSIONAL PROVIDER SECONDARY TEACHING GUIDE Outdoor Adventure Programmes, Activities & Field Studies SWANAGE, & DORSET THE ISLE OF WIGHT FIELD WORK & OUTDOOR ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES We specialise in in harmony with the SEASHORE, COAST & WOODLANDS . Some of the Learning Outcomes and Benefits achieved through effective Outdoor Learning SUCCESSFUL LEARNERS CONFIDENT INDIVIDUALS RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS Develop Greater Self Awareness and Respect Enjoy Participating in Activities Develop Awareness & Respect for other People and the Environment Participate in Healthy Physical Activity Know more about the Benefits of Physical Fitness and the Lifelong Value of Participating in Healthy Leisure Activities Develop Respect, Tolerance and Empathy in Relationships Understand the Benefits of Healthy Eating Develop Greater Awareness and Understanding of other Cultures Adopt a Positive Attitude to Challenge & Adventure Develop the Ability to Manage Risk Demonstrate: Improved self reliance Increased Initiative & Perseverance Greater Responsibility More Commitment Acquire a Range of Activity Skills Develop Greater Self Awareness Develop Values including Respect, Responsibility & Commitment Develop and Extend their Key skills: Communication, Problem Solving Leadership & Teamwork Show an Increased Motivation and Appetite for Learning Raise Attainment in All Aspects of Education Broaden their Cultural, Aesthetic and Spiritual Awareness Develop Pro-social Attitudes, Responsibility & Commitment Develop and Extend their key skills: Communication, Problem Solving Leadership & teamwork Better Understanding of the Importance of Conservation & Sustainability Raise their Attainment in other Aspects of their Education Demonstrate: Improved self reliance Increased Initiative & Enterprise Greater Responsibility More Perseverance & Commitment Develop & Extend their Key Skills Problem solving Leadership & Teamwork RESIDENTIALS at THE CHATSWORTH OUTDOOR ACTIVITY & FIELDWORK CENTRE in SWANAGE Attractive and comfortable accommodation in a series of adjoining houses, with a central dining room and heated swimming pool. Each building has its own lounge, a study room and a variety of bunk bedded, twin and single rooms, as well as a generous number of showers and toilets. A drying room is also accessible for each building. Internet access is available throughout the centre. EXCELLENT FACILITIES & SERVICES We are here! We specialise in the seaside, the beach and coastal processes for schools, colleges and universities. “nothing is too much trouble.” Hospitality Services provide a warm welcome where Our Teaching services provide a wide range of outdoor activities led by qualified and friendly staff. A light and spacious dining room, accommodates an excellent choice of menus. Onsite outdoor heated pool Climbing Tower & Archery Range Campfire & BBQ sites “A perfect venue for school trips, groups from overseas, gatherings, workshops and meetings”. With our unbeatable location on the Jurassic Coast, we are conveniently close to a wide range of settings perfect for all your needs. We are walking distance to the town centre of Swanage, Old Harry’s Rocks and Studland bay sand dunes , whilst Lulworth Cove, Corfe Castle , and Kimmeridge are just a short journey away. We provide child/student focused accommodation for groups looking for quality tuition, comfort and good food in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The Centre is made up of 5 converted Victorian Guest Houses of differing sizes with a spacious central dining room, outdoor heated swimming pool, recreation and barbecue area. Each building has its own lounge and meeting room. All of our bedrooms are bunk bedded with single and twin bedded rooms nearby. All bedrooms have wash basins and showers and toilets are found on each floor. Chats A 62 Group Members & 6 Leaders Chats B 34 Group members & 4 Leaders St Quentin 51 Group Members & 5 Leaders Little Eversden 30 Group Members & 3 Staff Big Eversden 43 Group Members & 5 Leaders The venue provides a selection of sports equipment for visiting group leaders to use with their groups during recreation times. We have a Karaoke machine, IPOD dock and DVD players which may be hired during your stay. These can be booked in advance or on arrival. Each lounge is equipped with comfortable sofas, television, fridge and drinks making facilities. The heated outdoor swimming pool is available from April to September. Each meeting room has a whiteboard and we can provide a projector and laptop for your use, as well as televisions and DVD players. All the buildings have secure WiFi for your free use. We provide meals which are nutritious, appetising and good to eat. There is a choice at all meals and always a vegetarian option. We are able to cater for most dietary requirements and our Head of Catering will be happy to discuss this with you. RESIDENTIALS at EAST DENE OUTDOOR ACTIVITY & FIELDWORK CENTRE on THE ISLE OF WIGHT A Spectacular Historic Grade II Listed Mansion House, with adjoining Coach House and set in 10 Acres of Ancient Woodland that overlooks the sea… Attractive and comfortable accommodation that can sleep up to 180, which consists of a variety of sized bunk bedded, twin and single rooms. East Dene also has 3 seperate dining rooms, which provide an excellent choice of menus. We are here “The journey across the Solent is exciting and easy to plan” EXCELLENT FACILITIES & SERVICES Fascinating History as a Victorian Family home. Onsite outdoor Heated Pool & Hot Tub Lot’s of Wildlife including Red Squirrels, Badgers, Foxes and Pheasants Campfire & BBQ sites & an Archery Range. Direct Access to Monks Bay with excellent opportunities to study and enjoy the coast environment. The journey across the solent is exciting and easy to plan which makes East Dene another A perfect venue for School Trips, Overseas groups, Families, Special Events and Specialist Programmes. East Dene is a truly inspirational venue with the Mansion and the Coach House set in beautiful grounds and woodland, both overlooking the sea. Each building has a different character; the Mansion was the home of two important Victorian families and the Coach House was built to provide for their horses and carriages. Both have been converted with the needs of children in mind whilst retaining the heritage of such grand buildings. The majority of our bedrooms are bunk bedded with single and twin bedded rooms nearby. The Mansion can accommodate up to 100 children or can be sub divided for smaller class size groups. The Coach House can accommodate up to 80 children and can also be subdivided to provide exclusive bedrooms for class sizes. There are showers and toilets on every floor. In each building there is a lounge with unlimited tea and coffee for adults and a fridge to chill your wine, a meeting room and WiFi. In the Coach House there are two rooms which specialise in information on the seashore, coast and local Bonchurch History. The Mansion Rooms are stunning with magnificent ceilings and oak panels which give a great sense of Victorian grandeur and yet are comfortable and relaxing. The Coach House Hall has recently been re-roofed and has a lovely light meeting room and indoor space. It is often used for concerts and exhibitions. Mealtimes are a very important part of the East Dene experience. Children from both buildings are served in the Mansion where there are three traditional dining rooms. The menus have been developed to provide for the hungriest and fussiest of eaters! There is a choice at each meal for adults, children and vegetarians. Special diets are no problem. Each group is provided with a sports box for use during downtime but we especially encourage children to explore and play out in the woods knowing that they are in a safe environment outdoors without traffic or strangers. The heated outdoor pool is also very popular. East Dene also has direct access to the Old Church of St Boniface, one of the smallest and oldest churches on the Island and down to Monks Bay for rock pooling and beach study and games. Everybody says that East Dene is very special! - FIELD STUDIEs DEPARTMENT The Allnatt Field Studies Department is well established with long term partner schools. Our schools return regularly because they recognise the importance of “seeing things for real” in enabling their students’ academic success. With an unbeatable location it is focussed on the Chatsworth Centre in Swanage on the Dorset Jurassic Coast for its textbook case studies. We also run quality programmes around the most popular coastal and tourism modules at East Dene on the Isle of Wight. Experiencing the natural environment first hand and people’s use of it brings classroom subjects alive to students. It provides a sense of realism, excitement and an experience that cannot be generated by textbooks alone. Our method of teaching encourages students to think for themselves and provides opportunities to practice fieldwork and data collection techniques. Our programmes give relevance to classroom topics as they are concerned with real people in real situations and deal with real issues. They enable students to observe, record, analyse, present and interpret their own investigations. They provide students with the opportunity to talk about their own work, listen to others, share their knowledge and work cooperatively using academic, practical and social skills. OUR PROGRAMMES We provide a range of programmes aimed at different Year Groups and different levels of academic ability. Programmes are generally for a week (Monday to Friday) or a short week (Monday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Friday) or a weekend (Friday to Sunday). OUR FIELD STUDY TUTORS Our highly regarded tutors have a sound knowledge of the sites we work in and any potential hazards of those sites. This is recorded and available to you as Risk Assessments for your peace of mind and records. We are all graduates with a strong commitment to working in the outdoors. We are part of the local community at each Centre and have local contacts to contribute specialist knowledge if needed. We also have a regard for the conservation of the sites we use. Above all, we teach well, and we develop open and respectful relationships with the students bringing out the best in them. WORKBOOKS Included in each programme is a comprehensive workbook to include all the data collection and extra information needed through the course. However, the greatest inspiration comes from our tutors who are so passionate about the classic field study sites they feel privileged to work in, and they thoroughly enjoy sharing their enthusiasm with all the students they teach. FIELDWORK FOCUS This is aimed at students in Years 7-9 and is their first Field Studies experience. This is often cross curricular combining geography, biology and history. Fieldwork techniques are blended with outdoor activities which engage the students’ attention and promote the subject. Learning Outcomes: 1. Experience of a number of Fieldwork techniques 2. Understanding the links between different subjects such as geography, biology, history, leisure and tourism, PHSE and Art and Design 3. Encouragement of lifelong learning by learning syllabus topics away from school 4. A positive attitude to the outdoors 5. Personal responsibility for safety, possessions and each other’s welfare (SAMPLE) WEEK Programme Morning Afternoon Welcome & Orientation Swanage Town Calcareous Monday Evening Dinner Night Navigation Tuesday Studland Beach & Sand Dunes Return via Old Harry Rocks Dinner Classroom Wednesday River Study at the River Wey Dinner Presentation Thursday Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door Geomorphology & Visitor Management Dinner Discussion Friday Farewells and Depart Dinner (SAMPLE) SHORT WEEK Programme Morning Swanage Bay Coastal Processes & Defences Monday Tuesday Wednesday Afternoon Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door Geomorphology & Visitor Management Old Harry Rock Stack Formation Farewells Evening Dinner Classroom Dinner Presentations Dinner GEOGRAPHY IN ACTION This innovative programme has brought the subject alive to those who prefer to be active rather than sit in the classroom. Experiencing the features of the coastline through rock climbing and kayaking gives a totally different emphasis for the need to understand the properties of different rock types and coastal processes as well as the impact of tourism. The programme is suitable for Year 7 upwards and many of our partner schools report that this results in a higher uptake of Geography as a GCSE subject. Learning Outcomes: 1. 2. 3. 4. Understanding and interpreting local features Understanding local development issues Practice of fieldwork techniques and data collection A demonstration of increased personal confidence and teamwork through outdoor adventurous activities 5. Putting theories into practice whilst enjoying the outdoors (SAMPLE) SHORT WEEK Programme Morning Welcome Swanage Beach Monday Tuesday Wednesday Afternoon Studland Sand Dune’s and Kayaking to Old Harry Rocks ( stack formation) Durlston Country Park Farewells Evening Dinner Night Navigation Dinner Presentations Dinner Classic Sites in our Catchment! SWANAGE BEACH * SWANAGE TOWN * LULWORTH COVE * DURDLE DOOR * STUDLAND SAND DUNES * KIMMERIDGE * DURLSTON COUNTRY PARK * OLD HARRY ROCKS *ARNE NATURE RESERVE * RIVER WEY * NATURAL PURBECK VILLAGES * CORFE CASTLE FRESHWATER BAY * THE NEEDLES * RYDE * BLACKGANG CHINE * COMPTON BAY * VENTNOR * MEDINA VALLEY * ROBIN HILL * NEWPORT GCSE & CONTROLLED ASSESSMENT “Our local knowledge and expertise makes the Chatsworth’s Field Studies Centre ideal to bring your GCSE group!” Our 2 or 4 night residential gives you the time you need for us to cover your controlled assessment, collect data, or prepare for an exam. Our programmes are tailored to your specifications. Each group will have a dedicated coordinator for pre- and post-visit information. Learning Outcomes: 1. Assistance with your chosen controlled assessment task question. 2. Allowing time if desired for writing up and date presentation. 3. Giving the students a wide range of knowledge to assist with their studies. 4. Allowing the opportunity for students to see geographical features first hand. 5. Increased comprehension of physical processes by witnessing the results. 6. Access to the teaching team for follow up questioning. POPULAR STUDY MODULES AT THIS LEVEL INCLUDE: Coastal Formations Coastal formations are studied as part of a coastal walk. Groups will look at the formations of bays and headlands from above and see how a discordant coastline can be shaped by erosion. They will walk to the end of the headland and observe the famous stack formations at Old Harry’s Rocks. Different types of erosion will be discussed and groups will be encouraged to draw and annotate a field sketch to show the processes and features. Coastal Geomorphology & Tourism Investigation Starting at the arch formation Durdle Door, groups will look at how coves are formed along a concordant coastline. Through a coastal walk, they will trace the cove formation looking at different stages in the formation, finishing at an Embryo Cove. Students will look at how tourism is managed around Lulworth Cove and the impacts tourists have on the area. Coastal Processes and Management On an ever-changing coastline, groups will study the beach’s defences that are in place and how effective they are. They will observe the effects of slumping in the area and how the land use around the beach can be affected. Data will be collected to show the coastal processes that are occurring, focusing on Long Shore Drift in the area. There is the opportunity to visit a managed and unmanaged area for a comparison. Fragile Ecosystems Heathland habitats are one of the most fragile ecosystems in Britain. Studying the sand dune ecosystem, groups will compare a typical profile to what they are measuring. They will look at the topography of the dunes and how the vegetation changes as you move away from the sea. Groups will look at the impacts humans are having on this environment. AS /A2 GEOGRAPHY DATA COLLECTION TECHNIQUES “Our specialised tutors all have a relevant degree and experience in the area to ensure your syllabus needs are met.” Whether you are studying the current syllabus or the reformed syllabus for 2016, we can design a programme to suit you. Learning outcomes: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Understand the theory behind data collection methods Experience a variety of sampling techniques To analyse the data collected and show the results To introduce a variety of statistical analysis and complete a statistical test To be enthused in aspects of fieldwork POPULAR STUDY MODULES AT THIS LEVEL INCLUDE: Urban and Rural Rebranding Investigating both a Rural and Urban case study, students will look at the history of the areas and why they needed to rebrand. They will investigate the success of the rebranding using photographic evidence, questionnaires and environmental surveys. The rural rebranding will look at a local farm that has become an adventure park. This will include an insightful talk from the owner and a trip around the farm. River Systems and Flooding A River Study from the source of the river to the mouth, students will look at how the system is affected by flooding and compare the river to Bradshaw’s Model. At between 6 and 10 locations, they will look at the river’s depth, width, wetted perimeter, bedload, velocity, gradient and how the area is managed in terms of flooding. Back at the field Studies Centre, groups can produce cross-sections of the river with the help of our tutors and calculate the hydraulic radius. Coastal Management On an ever-changing coastline, groups will study the beach’s defences that are in place and how effective they are. They will observe the effects of slumping in the area and how the land use around the beach can be affected. Data will be collected to show the coastal processes that are occurring, focussing on Long Shore Drift in the area. There is the opportunity to visit a managed and unmanaged area for a comparison. Crowded Coasts Students will look at the diversity of our coastline and study the concentration of the population in coastal areas. They will look at the economic and environmental benefits and costs that relate to these crowded areas. They can look at how the areas are at risk from coastal processes and how this is being managed. Back at the Field Studies Centre groups can look on Google Earth and the areas have changed over time. BIOLOGY DATA COLLECTION TECHNIQUES AS /A2 “The Chatsworth’s Field Studies Centre has easy access to coastal, river, grassland and woodland environments, making us the easy choice for your biology residential.” Our specialised tutors all have a relevant degree and experience in the area to ensure your syllabus needs are met and your students are supported in their investigations. Whether you are planning to do your quantitative and qualitative assessments whilst with us, or here for background knowledge, we can tailor your programme to ensure all the aspects you need are covered. Learning outcomes: 6. Understand the theory behind data collection methods 7. Experience a variety of sampling techniques 8. To analyse the data collected and show the results 9. To introduce a variety of statistical analysis and complete a statistical test 10. To be enthused in aspects of fieldwork POPULAR STUDY MODULES AT THIS LEVEL INCLUDE: Calcareous Grasslands Comparing a trampled and un-trampled section of calcareous grasslands, students will identify key plant species in the different areas. They will look at how trampling can impact on the grasslands and how humans have influenced the area. They will study the vegetation within a quadrat and discuss different sampling techniques that can be used. Freshwater Ecology and river pollution Focusing on Biotic and Abiotic factors, students will investigate different sites along a river. They will be looking at the invertebrates that live there and the water quality. They will compare Trent’s Biotic Index to the chemical tests and see if there is a correlation. They will use kick sampling and identification keys. Psammosere Succession Heathland habitats are one of the most fragile ecosystems in Britain. Studying the Psammosere, groups will compare a typical profile to what they are measuring. They will look at the topography of the dunes, how vegetation alters and abiotic factors that affect it. Groups will look at the impacts humans are having on this environment. There is the opportunity to compare 2 transects with different levels of trampling. Rocky Shore Zonation Students will explore the marine life across the shore. Starting in the splash zone, students will look at the marine organisms that live here. They will study the adaptations they have to survive and the stress factors that influence them. They will follow a transect through the intertidal zone to the upper shore recording the different organisms found. THE CHASTWORTH & EAST DENE CENTRE SAMPLE MENU BREAKFAST LUNCH MONDAY Bring packed lunch from home DINNER Chicken burger, Beef Burger Veggie burger Peas, Chips Salad Bar Doughnuts, Cream cakes Fresh Fruit, Yoghurts TUESDAY Bacon Quorn Sausages, Scrambled Eggs Each day Brown / White Toast Selection of Cereals, Preserves & Condiments Fresh Fruit, Yoghurts Juices Tea, Coffee & Hot Chocolate WEDNESDAY Packed Lunch Choice of Fillings Brown / White Roll Crisps, Fresh Fruit, Biscuits Water Packed Lunch Croissants Cheese & Hams Chocolate Spread Plus as above THURSDAY Waffles & Maple Syrup Plus as above Choice of Fillings Brown / White Roll Crisps, Fresh Fruit, Biscuits Water Packed Lunch Choice of Fillings Brown / White Roll Crisps, Fresh Fruit, Biscuits Water FRIDAY Sausage Bap Veggie Sausage Bap Plus as above A packed lunch can be arranged for an additional cost if required for the journey home Beef Bolognese Veggie Bolognese Pasta Garlic Bread & Grated Cheese Salad Bar Ice Cream Selection, Sorbet Selection Fresh Fruit, Yoghurts Homemade Shepherd’s Pie Veggie Shepherd's Pie Macaroni Cheese Green Beans & Carrots Baked Beans Salad Bar Chocolate or Vanilla Mousse Fresh Berries & Cream Fresh Fruit, Yoghurts Chicken korma Vegetable korma Rice, Mini Naan Salad Bar Cheese & Biscuits Fresh Fruit, Yoghurts A few more things you will want to know... Duration of Residential Programmes The full week programmes (Monday to Friday) begin with arrival from 1pm, followed by a welcome talk, orientation and activities starting at 2pm. It finishes after breakfast on departure day. The short week programmes are available Mon – Wed, Wed – Fri or Fri - Sun starting with an activity at 2pm and finishing with an activity after breakfast on departure day. What's Included in the price? 1. 2. 3. 4. A Presentation at your school to help get Parents involved. A free preview planning visit for group leaders and their families Full board and lodging from 1pm on arrival day until breakfast on departure day Direct liaison with our Head of Teaching to tailor the details of your programme to your particular needs 5. Quality tutors who will get the best out of your children 6. Any transport needed during the programme 7. An unforgettable experience! Safety and Security These are, of course, our priority and full details of our systems are found in the accompanying booklet “Quality Assurance”. Supporting your Parents’ Talk Involving parents is key and before the first visit of a new group we are happy to come along to give an illustrated talk and to answer any questions. Alternatively we have a PowerPoint Presentation for you to use yourselves. We are extremely conscious of the responsibility you hold as a group leader and the lack of time in your busy schedules so this is our way of giving you all the information and support you need especially to keep Parents informed and confident in your choice of venue. “Our aim is to develop a long term Partnership with all our Schools, supporting your approach, by providing holistic education for each individual, with our own specific and stimulating contribution.” Transport We are happy to help with organising the most reliable and cost effective transport to either of our Centres. Getting to the Isle of Wight is simple to arrange and the journey across the sea makes an exciting beginning to all visits to the Island. There are several routes to choose from. Coaches can pick up your group and bring you to our door. Alternately you may arrange for your own coach to drop you at the Mainland port and our local coach service pick you up from the island port and bring you to our door. Foot passengers can come by Hovertravel (provided they can carry their own cases!) Be sure to book online to attract the best discounts “At school we endeavour to create opportunities for cooperation, team building and thinking outside the box, however time and facilities can limit this. The activities and environment at your centres promote all the qualities that we feel are important for our children to become independent learners” If you would like more detail about anything contained in this Guide to Learning Outside the Classroom, 01202 555358 Please call [email protected]
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