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Planning a Visit
Booking a trip out? Here's a list to help you, it's only a guide but covers the essential things to remember.
Choosing your destination:
Is it relevant to your scheme of work?
Is it cost inhibitive?
How long is the journey?
Does the coach have safety belts?
Is the coach company insured satisfactorily?
Does the venue have relevant worksheets designed to enhance the day?
Has the venue carried out a risk assessment for school visits?
Does the venue have a set of procedures? Does the venue have satisfactory First Aid provision?
Do the venue staff lead the activities?
Is there a satisfactory staff:pupil ratio?
Are the venue staff suited to school groups?
Can you make a pre-visit to the venue?
Does the venue provide:
Covered study areas?
A place to eat?
Toilets and hand washing facilities?
Wet weather options?
Clip boards and pencils?
Support literature for activities?
Follow up materials for post visit work?
Drinks?
Sun hats for hot weather?
Spare clothes for wet weather?
A gift shop?
Have you:
Completed parent consent forms?
Informed staff of trip?
Informed school kitchen?
Left details of venue with the school secretary or head?
Organised parent and staff helpers?
Organised a camera and spare film?
A sick bag for the coach?
A dry set of clothes in case of accident?
Organised lunch for free school lunch pupils?
Miscellaneous
What is the cost per pupil?
Is the venue open all year?
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