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Factsheet - First Challenge: Y5-6; KS 2

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jacobs-ladderThis course may well be the first time away from home in a shared residential environment. Tackling new, exciting and at times demanding challenges in a supportive environment. Taking responsibility and learning to become more independent are themes on the course. Being prepared to take part fully and overcome apprehensions with the reward of achievement and an increased confidence in future situations.

Sharing, fun and a sense of being part of an achieving team is part of the course, giving and receiving support from others.

Many schools will use the opportunity to use the course to support classroom work pre or post course perhaps in experiencing first hand the natural environment . Creative work using the natural environment and stimulation for creative writing.

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Confident Individuals

  • Enjoy and experience new adventures
  • Increase self-confidence through overcoming challenges in a supportive environment

Successful Learners

  • Develop the skills to become independent learners by taking responsibility for tasks and commitments

Responsible Citizens

  • Develop respect and responsibility for self, others and the natural environment
  • Develop collective responsibility and understand the importance of looking after each other

Outcomes for participants

  • Fun and enjoyment
  • Opportunities for me to overcome exciting new challenges
  • More confidence and a feeling of self worth that I can apply to opportunities beyond the course
  • An opportunity to work with others and appreciate their worth and contribution
  • A greater understanding of my strengths and weaknesses
  • To experience the sense of achievement and fun from working effectively with others
  • Opportunity to celebrate success and achievement

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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