Château de Chantereine Brochure

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OUTDOOR & LANGUAGE IN FRANCEEDUCATION

Château De Chantereine,Criel-sur-Mer, France

Castle Museum Dieppe RaidmemorialFish marketOld Town tour

Aître Saint-MaclouossuaryPlace de Vieux MarcheSaint Joan of Arc churchCathédrale Notre DameChurch of Saint MaclouSt. Ouen’s abbeyGros Horloge

Château d'EuMarket visit

Eiffel TowerChamps élyséesArc de TriompheLouvreRiver Seine cruise Sacré CoeurNotre DameParc AstérixDisneyland Resort Paris

Amiens Cathedral Quartier St Leu

WW1 BattlefieldsMusée des AbrisBeaumont-Hamel ParkThiepval MemorialLochnagar Crater La BoiselleMansell Copse

Nausicaá Sea Life CentreAqualud Water ParkHitler’s V2 Rocket Launching Base

Château Du BaFFYD-Day Landing BeachesBayeux TapestryMont Saint Michel

Architectural tourUnderground WW1 tunnels tourVimy RidgeMedieval Castle

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as part of the education travel Group,we have an unrivalled academicheritage, spanning almost 80 years. it was 1997 when we opened our firstKingswood centre in France with theaim of combining our proven expertisein outdoor education with a uniqueinstructor-led learning programme thatprovides an illuminating insight into the French way of life. Our instructors, known as ‘animateurs’, ensure your pupilsget the most from their visit by providing a course whichengages them with French culture, history and language ina lively and immersive manner. We’ll take the educationallead giving you the freedom to support your class on aone-to-one basis.

This brochure will give you an idea of the KingswoodFrance experience and how it will benefit your students.We hope it answers all your questions but if there’sanything else you need to know, just call our friendly team on 0800 655 6564.

WELCOME TOKINGSWOOD FRANCE

the right choice.......................... 4

Château de Chantereine ........... 6

Kingswood animateurs ............. 8

French Discovery .......................10

reportage ...................................12

Study site - WW1 battlefields ... 14

Study site - rouen ...................... 16

Study site - Dieppe ..................... 18

Study site - half day excursions 19

added extra excursions:Paris ............................................. 20

Lower normandy........................ 21

Your students’ safety.................. 22

With you all the way................... 24

Making a booking ...................... 25

Your questions answered.......... 26

CONTENTS

Linda addyManaging Director, Kingswood

Bienvenue! For over 20 yearsKingswood have been providingstimulating French study breaks,carefully crafted to ensure students get the most out of their visit to thisbeautiful and historically-rich country.

eDuCatiOnaL BeneFitSIt’s amazing how much students absorb when immersed in the sights andsounds of a foreign town, largely without realising they’re learning! Study trips also give students a taste of independence that can help greatly with their personal growth and social development.

Our eXPert aniMateurS Our animateurs take the lead on all educational excursions, so your studentsbenefit from their in-depth knowledge of local culture and history, while you havetime to concentrate on assisting students’ development on an individual basis.

PiCK YOur PrOGraMMeYou can choose between two terrific programmes, each led by Kingswoodanimateurs. French Discovery gives pupils the freedom to explore Francethrough visits to local towns and inspiring excursions. Reportage adds a valuableICT element wherein students create multi-media presentations about their day.Both courses also leave room for students to try our fun outdoor activities.

SaFetY FirStThe safety of our guests is of utmost importance to us. We adhere to a robustset of health and safety procedures, on-site activities are taught by trained staffand each of our closely-supervised excursion sites undergoes a comprehensiverisk assessment.

Let uS taKe Care OF eVerYthinGOur all-inclusive package takes all the hard work out of organising a school trip.We’ll help you with paperwork and programme choice, provide door-to-doortransport and insurance and can even visit your school for a parents’ meeting if you’d like.

taiLOr-MaDe SChOOL triPSOur unique flexibility allows you to build a schedule of excursions and activitiesthat will perfectly complement the aims and objectives of your group’s visit. Thanks to our animateurs’ local knowledge, we can even adapt yourprogramme during your stay so the course develops along with your students.

VaLue FOr MOneYWe believe that giving children the chance to absorb a new culture can be aninvaluable and even life-changing experience. That’s why we work hard to make our courses as affordable as possible. And because our programmes are all-inclusive you won’t be surprised with any extra costs.

T HE RIGHTCHOICE

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Amazing staff, greatlocation, fantasticactivities and extremelyprofessional.

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Chris Bond, Blurton High School

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nestled in the picturesque uppernormandy fishing village of Criel-sur-Mer sits the magnificent 17th centuryChâteau de Chantereine – a fantasticplace for students to immersethemselves in the French language,culture and way of life.

Once you’ve crossed the channel it’s only a short drive from Calais to theChâteau. Its location is the perfect base from which to explore the historic sites and rich cultural attractions of Normandy’s Alabaster coast region.

aCtiVitieSOnce home to the Marquis de Reynal, the Château’s impressive four-acre grounds are now used for a range of adventure and team activities, including pétanque, fencing, archery and climbing. The grounds also house a multi-purpose sports complex so bad weather is never a problem.

And the fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down – from 8.30-9.30pm we enter the Twilight Zone, where our staff lead a variety of games and activities to entertain your students for the evening.

aCCOMMODatiOnThe great house itself has clean, spacious bedrooms that accommodatebetween 2-6 children each with teachers’ rooms nearby. There’s also a teachers’ lounge where you can relax at the end of a busy day, complete with tea and coffee facilities, DVD player and television.

FrenCh CuiSineWith such a hectic schedule it’s essential that our young guests are fuelled by a healthy, balanced diet. Our meal plans provide three nutritious meals a day with plenty of variety.

And it wouldn’t be a true French adventure if we didn’t give students thechance to sample a few French delicacies such as croissants or even cuisses de grenouille and escargot – frogs legs and snails! You’ll be surprised how many children accept (and enjoy) the challenge.

SeCuritYStudents visiting the Château are kept safe at all times. The Château has a gated entrance, perimeter fencing, security code restricted dormitories and a night manager.

archeryBeach gamesCircus skillsClimbingFencingField gamesPetanqueteam techtreasure hunt

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Club KingswoodMini OlympicsScrapheap challengetrail of mystery

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CHÂTEAU DECHANTEREINE


V.McGrail, Christs School

The experience at the Château is typicallyFrench, the food is authentic, the activitiesexcellent, educational and immensely enjoyable.

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KINGSWOODANIMATEURS

Our animateurs offer a truly enrichingexperience that cannot be replicated.Your students may have been abroadbut never before will they have had the chance to get so much out of an overseas visit.

inSPiratiOnaL LeaDerShiPKingswood’s animateurs add a smile to your stay and establish a fantasticrapport with your students. They’re skilled in leading groups through a wideprogramme of cultural, historical and linguistic excursions, supported byworkbook materials for a more interactive experience.

iGnitinG a PaSSiOn FOr LearninGEvery one of our animateurs offers a wealth of in-depth local knowledge and all are experienced at imparting this to students, gently encouraging lessconfident children and guiding those who work well under their own initiative.Their enthusiasm sparks pupils’ interest, helping children engage with thesubject matter and get the most out of their studies.

MaKinG YOur JOB eaSierWhile you’re here, our capable animateurs will head-up all off-site visits, taking the pressure off you. Their expert guidance will lead to a leap in thedevelopment of students’ listening and speaking skills, instilling them with a deeper connection to the language. And as you know the more interestedand motivated they are, the easier they are to teach!

an unFOrGettaBLe eXPerienCeThink back to your own school days and the trips are invariably among thehighlights that stand out in your memory. The first chance to live with friends,the first time away from parents, the first interaction with a different culture –these are just some of the things that make a visit to France such a formativeexperience for students. Plus with Kingswood, your pupils will benefit from the unique personal touches offered by our animateurs.


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FRENCHDISCOVERY

truLY enGaGinG eXCurSiOnSJust a short coastal drive from Calais, our magnificent Normandy Château makes a perfect base from which to explore the historic and cultural highlightsof northern France. Tours of the WW1 battlefields present a sobering insight intothe day-to-day realities of the Great War, whilst local produce visits let studentsexperience cheese, cider and bread making up close.

The area also has a choice of beautiful towns revealing a rich and varied history,from the times of William the Conqueror and Joan of Arc up until the presentday. Art students can enjoy a trip to cultural capital Dieppe, those interested ingeography will appreciate Nausicaá, the French National Sea Experience Centre,and pupils of all ages will enjoy a trip to Paris to see the sights or visit Disneyland.

a tiMetaBLe YOu taiLOrWe’ll work with you to put together a full and rewarding schedule of excursionsand activities to perfectly suit your group. By choosing from our range of full dayand half day excursions you can create an itinerary that focuses on one or moreaspects of France, whether that be history, geography, culture or language.

You can even suggest excursions we haven’t listed and we’ll be pleased toarrange these for you. We understand how daunting it can be to organise anoverseas school trip which is why we’re dedicated to giving you the support and flexibility you need.

as many teachers will agree, givingstudents the chance to put theirlearning into practice with a visit toFrance is a surefire way of allowingtheir skills to really flourish.

Our French Discovery excursionprogramme is such a fun andimmersive experience that it makessoaking up the French language,history and way of life less of an aim and more of an inevitability.

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A great way forpupils to learn about the Frenchculture and history.A super week!

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Kevin Reid, Brampton Primary

eXCurSiOn SuPPOrt MateriaLSAll students receive our Excursion Workbook tohelp your pupils get the most from their visits. We also provide teacher study outlines you can useto build lessons around when you return home.


French Discovery 5-Day sample timetable

LuNDi (Mon) MARDi (TUES) MERcREDi (Wed) JEuDi (Thurs) VENDREDi (Fri)Travel to

Kingswood

NausicaáArrive 5pm

Site tour & fire drillSouper

Evening entertainment

Petit déjeunerRouen

Pique-niqueRouen

ActivitySouper


Petit déjeunerWW1

Pique-nique

WW1

Souper


Petit déjeunerDieppe

Pique-niqueNeufchatel cheese farm

ActivitySouper


Petit déjeunerEu market

Pique-nique

Depart

STUDY PROGRAMME

REPORTAGE

the aSSiGnMentStudents work in teams and against the clock to produce a report for thefictional French news channel, TNN. Our junior journalists are set the challenge of gathering information and photo footage from the locations they visit.

Then it’s back to the Château where our ICT lab becomes a hub of activity as teams rush to meet their deadline. Storyboards are laid out, scripts editedand footage compiled before the finishing touches are added with graphicsand a French language voiceover.

a GuiDinG hanDGuidance is supplied throughout by our team of experienced Kingswoodanimateurs, always on hand to steer students’ projects and show them how to get the most from the multi-media tools at their disposal. This gives you the perfect opportunity to work alongside your pupils one-to-one, getting a real sense of their progress so you can tailor lessons accordingly once you’re back home.

Pounding the streets in search of that elusive story, the buzz of thebustling newsroom, the adrenalinerush of presenting – our reportageprogramme lets students experiencethe hectic life of a news reporter whiledeveloping their understanding ofFrench culture, history and language.

reportage weaves together our FrenchDiscovery excursions with a fulfillingtask that encourages students to reallyengage with and learn from the peopleand places they come across.


Mr Griffin, The Old School, Henstead

Another excellent educational experience. The children had a fantastic time.

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LuNDi (Mon) MARDi (TUES) MERcREDi (Wed) JEuDi (Thurs) VENDREDi (Fri)Travel to

Kingswood

NausicaáArrive 5pm

Site tour & fire drillSouper

introduction toReportage

Petit déjeunerRouen

Pique-niqueRouen

ReportageSouper


Petit déjeunerReportage

Pique-nique

Activities

Souper


Petit déjeunerDieppe

Pique-niqueNeufchatel cheese farm

Reportage

Souper


Petit déjeunerEu market

Pique-nique

Depart

reportage 5-Day sample timetable

STUDY PROGRAMME

WORLD WAR 1BATTLEFIELDS

For over four months, the Battle of theSomme raged throughout northernFrance, killing or wounding over a third of the three million men involved. Our full day battlefield tour is apowerful inclusion to any school tripitinerary, bringing this moving periodof history to life.

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During the day, your pupils will have the chance to visit the following historic sites and museums:

MuSee DeS aBriS, aLBertHoused in a series of tunnels below the town square, this fascinating museumgives students an insight into life in the trenches, with well-presentedreconstructions of trench scenes, dugouts, mortar positions and more. Exhibitsinclude weapons and memorabilia plus a wide range of photographs and films.

BeauMOnt-haMeL neWFOunDLanD MeMOriaLMoving on to this 84-acre park, students can explore preserved trench linesfrom the Battle of Beaumont-Hamel, reinforcing lessons learned at themuseum. The park also contains a visitor centre and no end of cemeteries and monuments, including the Caribou Memorials, founded to remembersoldiers from Newfoundland.

thiePVaL MeMOriaLBuilt in 1932, this is the largest British war memorial in the world. It honours the 73,000 British and Commonwealth men who died at the Battle of theSomme and who have no known grave.

LOChnaGar Crater, La BOiSeLLe & ManSeLL COPSeCreated on the first day of the battle by exploding 60,000lbs of guncottonunder the German front line, Lochnagar is the largest crater on the westernfront. Pupils also visit the nearby village of La Boiselle, site of some of the initialfighting, and the Devonshire cemetery at Mansell Copse.


Ruth Lum & Kary Hant, ACS Egham International School

A wonderful educationalexperience again this year. Thanks to thedynamic and energeticKingswood team.

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riCh in hiStOrYDuring the Middle Ages, Rouen rivalled Paris in importance and for many yearsit was the second largest city in the kingdom. Our tour includes a visit to theAître Saint-Maclou, a plague-era ossuary that housed the remains of the dead,and takes in the Place de Vieux Marche where Joan of Arc was burnt at thestake. Students are fascinated by the modern Saint Joan of Arc church,designed to represent the pyre on which she went to her death.

SPeCtaCuLar arChiteCtureDespite suffering excessive damage during World War II, the city still boasts anexceptional range of architectural styles. Our guided tour will take your groupthrough quaint streets full of beautiful half-timbered houses, the incredibleCathedrale Notre Dame, made famous by Monet’s Cathedral series, St. Ouen’sabbey and the gothic Church of Saint Maclou as well as the unique GrosHorloge, an astronomical clock dating back to 1389.

traDitiOnaL MarKet CuLtureAffectionately referred to as “little Paris” Rouen has plenty to offer in the way ofcharming shops and open markets. A wander through the safe, pedestrianisedstreets of the city centre allows students the opportunity to practice theirFrench by interacting with the friendly and accommodating shopkeepers. A great chance to sample some of Rouen’s delicious macaroon biscuits!

ROUENPupils can walk their way throughhistory on our guided tour of thisimportant city. the capital of uppernormandy, rouen has long been acultural, religious, economic andadministrative centre and bears witness to its impressive past throughan exceptional architectural heritage.


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Sara Torres,Langley Grammar School

An excellent experience. A view of French cultureand life in the region.

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PaCKeD With hiStOrYA fixture of the French coast for over a millennium, Dieppe has seen a lot ofchanges throughout its long history. From medieval fishing village to premierport, from cartography centre to stylish beach resort, Dieppe has been through it all.

Students will learn all about the Dieppe Raid, the ill-fated 1942 Allied Forces raidon the German-occupied town. Poor intelligence and last minute changes to theplan caused the Allies to suffer great losses, but taught them valuable lessonsthey would put into practice in future beach invasions.

a BuStLinG MarKet Every Saturday Dieppe’s narrow streets come alive with stalls packed full of classicFrench fare – local cheeses, homecooked tarte aux pommes, slithering escargotand the fishermen’s daily catches displayed on beds of ice. Our guided tourthrough these streets offers a veritable feast for the senses for your students.

DIEPPE

a charming seaside town, Dieppe also played a key part in the Second World War,making it a fascinating destination for school groups.

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HALF DAYEXCURSIONS

arraSHeavy bombardment during the French Revolution and both World Wars hasleft the town of Arras with a glorious mix of architectural styles. Also includesthe option of a visit to a French market and can be combined with Vimy Ridge.

ViMY riDGe (only available with Arras)During WW1 the battle here proved a turning point, with the Canadian Corps crucial in helping to break through German lines. The area has since been given to the Canadian people as a mark of gratitude.

aMienSHome of the magnificent Cathedral Notre Dame, the largest gothic structure in France, Amiens also enjoys a reputation for great food and shopping.

DiePPeChoose from a tour of this charming seaside town, a market visit or both.

euThe last Royal domain of France, Eu boasts a wonderful castle as well as a bustling market.

CheeSe FarMLearn how the famous Neufchatel cheese is made and enjoy a few tasty samples along the way.

BOuLanGerieA hands-on experience where pupils spend a morning with the local baker,making their own pain-au-chocolat and baguette.

ChOCOLate FaCtOrYOn your way to or from Boulogne, why not stop off for a tour and taste at the local chocolate factory?

nauSiCaÁOne of the largest Sea Life Centres in Europe, this innovative exhibit is at theforefront of marine discovery and focuses on the relationship between man and the sea.

OtherSMany groups also enjoy a walk into the village to browse the shops and explorethe beach, a trip to a local restaurant for a French meal, visiting a hypermarketto buy produce and practice language skills or just going bowling as a group.Whatever you would like your group to do, we’ll be happy to help.

We also offer many other historic andcultural excursions – if there’s anythingyou’d like to do that isn’t mentioned,just let us know and we’ll be happy to arrange it for you.


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WOrLD-FaMOuS SiGhtSOur full-day bespoke walking tour gives pupils the chance to see Paris up closeand personal. We’ll help you choose an itinerary but popular stops include theEiffel Tower, Champs élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, River Seine, Sacré Coeurand Notre Dame. Whichever you decide, you can also choose either a visit to thefirst level of the Eiffel Tower or a cruise along the Seine.

aCtiOn-PaCKeD aDVentureSStudents of all ages will love our optional excursion to Disneyland® Resort Paris.Instead of a full day in Paris, you’ll enjoy a half-day walking tour encompassing the main sights before spending the night at a Kingswood-approved hotel. The next day it’s off to the park for a full day of white-knuckle rides, enchantingshows and crazy characters across the five themed lands – your pupils won’t wantto leave!

taiLOr-MaDe triPSWe can also arrange other Paris-based excursions, such as a trip to Parc Asterix .

Prices start from as little as £79

PARIS

a rich feast for the senses, no school trip would be complete without a visit to thecapital. extend your stay in France by adding an overnight visit to Paris to thebeginning or end of your trip. Many of the main sights are found along the river, so your pupils can see the city’s highlights without covering too much ground.

Disneyland paris


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Château Du BaFFYAdd a Lower Normandy excursion to your trip and you’ll stay overnight at theChâteau du Baffy in the traditional Normandy hamlet of Colombiers. This 18thcentury estate is given over exclusively to school parties during term time. Localexcursions on offer include:

D-DaY LanDinG BeaCheSTake a tour of the epochal sites of World War II’s Normandy landing. The 'Circuit deDébarquement' coastal route takes in the major landing beaches and a host ofmuseums covering every aspect of the D-Day landings.

BaYeuX taPeStrYYou’ll be staying just outside of the town of Bayeux, home to the legendarytapestry. This 68-metre long embroidery tells the full tale of the Norman’sconquest of England in 1066.

MOnt St MiCheLPerched atop a tidal island half a mile off the coast of Normandy, thisbreathtakingly beautiful town was built as a strategic stronghold in the 8thcentury and is understandably one of France’s most popular attractions.

Prices start from as little as £79

Venture further south and the region of Lower normandy offers much to see in the way of study sites and World War ii history. a visit to this fascinating area of France can be easily incorporated into your trip by adding an overnight stay in Bayeux to the beginning or end of your 5 nights in upper normandy.

château du baffy

LOWERNORMANDY

ADDED EXTRA

Consideration for health, safety andsecurity runs through everything we do.Our excursions give students thefreedom to explore closely supervisedlocations, while outdoor activities allowthem to take managed risks in a safe,controlled environment.

OFF-Site SaFetY We have strict policies in place for the operation of visits and excursions. All ofour excursion sites are regularly used and well-known to our animateurs andour operating procedures cover everything from boarding a coach to crossing a road, student supervision ratios, clothing requirements, instructor trainingrequirements and systems for remote supervision.

All of our instructors have undergone first aid training and always have accessto a first aid kit and mobile phone. They provide thorough safety briefings tostudents before they depart from the Château, and are trained to conductdynamic risk assessments through the day to respond to changingenvironmental conditions.

Senior staff members conduct regular audits of our study programmes toconfirm that our high standards are being maintained, and we consult withexperienced teaching and health and safety experts to ensure that ourprocedures stay in line with current best practice.

riSK aSSeSSMentSWe have conducted comprehensive risk assessments for our excursionprogrammes, and all of the venues we use are vetted for their suitability before first use by a senior staff member. Copies of risk assessments can be downloaded from www.kingswood.co.uk.

On-Site CareStudents stay in clean, comfortable dormitories within easy walking distance ofall main areas. Male and female dorms have separate shower and toilet facilities.We provide sheets, duvets and pillows and dorms offer hanging space andunder-bed storage. Teacher bedrooms are close by so you can easily superviseyour students. We also have a Duty Manager and First-Aider on call 24 hours a day, and our management team always includes a native French speaker.

MeetinG eXternaL StanDarDSAll Kingswood centres are inspected and accredited by the British ActivityHolidays Association and hold the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge and the Adventuremark Award for safety in activity and learning provision.

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YOUR STUDENTS’SAFETY


As a team we felt this has been the bestresidential we haveexperienced. We’ve felt welcomed andsupported since ourarrival and will definitelybe recommending to others.Laura Wiltshire, The Manor Primary

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WITH YOU ALL THE WAY

We want to make this trip as hassle-freeas possible for you. that’s why whenyou book a French study break withKingswood you can count on us to takecare of everything from pre-trippreparations and support totransport and travel insurance.

Our FrienDLY SChOOLS SuPPOrt teaMWe are always just a telephone call away and will be happy to advise you on any aspect of your stay, from special needs requirements to information about our menus or disabled access.

We’ll help you launch your trip, providing a comprehensive pack containingeverything you need to get things off the ground. We’ll keep in touch duringthe run-up to your trip and will provide guidance in selecting a programme and itinerary to meet the needs of your group.

Free teaCher PreVieWSWe’re always delighted to show visiting teachers everything we have to offer on our free preview weekends. These weekends are a great opportunity, not only to meet our centre manager and staff, but to get a feel for the activities, excursions and facilities.

traVeL MaDe eaSYFrom the moment you book your trip our dedicated travel teams are on-hand to figure out the logistics and all travel costs are fully included in the price of your trip.

We offer door-to-door transport in conjunction with our sister companyBritannia Coaches. You’ll be picked up from school in good time to achieve a lunchtime Eurotunnel channel crossing. This ensures you’ll arrive at theChâteau mid-afternoon, ready for your group to begin their French adventure.

YOur PerSOnaL COaChThroughout the duration of your stay you’ll have your coach and driver on-hand to transport you to whatever excursions you choose.

You can also break up your outgoing or return journeys by stopping off at an attraction en route to really get the best value from your visit.


Mrs Anne Brown, Grenville Combined

It’s been afabulous week -Kingswood staffhave been informative and helpful.

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MAKING A BOOKING

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SteP 1MaKinG a PrOViSiOnaL BOOKinGTo make a ‘no obligation’ booking, call 0800 655 6564 and we’ll be delighted to check availability at the Château and discuss your course and excursionoptions. You will be sent details of your proposed visit along with full costingsand we can hold your provisional booking for 28 days. We can also arrange anynecessary pre-visit inspections and explain how we can help support yourschool in launching your trip.

SteP 2LaunChinG YOur triPWe’ll send you a welcome guide that includes everything needed tosuccessfully promote your school trip to students and parents. This includesparent guides, a Powerpoint presentation and savings cards. A member of ourteam can also visit your school and discuss with parents the benefits of ourFrench programme.

SteP 3COnFirMinG YOur BOOKinGSimply confirm the number of children attending and include initial deposits of £40 per child. In certain circumstances deposits may be returnable, thanks to the comprehensive travel insurance included in your booking.

SteP 4SeCOnD DePOSitSSecond deposits of £55 per child are due 8 weeks after the first deposit.

SteP 5FinaL BaLanCeThe final balance is due 8 weeks before you arrive at the centre.

SteP 6ChOOSinG YOur PrOGraMMe8 weeks before your arrival we’ll send you an up-to-date menu of the optionsavailable so you can plan out your group’s excursions and activities.

What’S inCLuDeD• Launch materials to help you promote the trip in school• Free teacher preview weekend prior to your visit• Coach travel from school to Château and back again• Full board and accommodation at the Château• On-site activity and entertainment programme• 1 free teacher place for every 8 pupils• Half price places for extra teachers (subject to availability)• Services of Kingswood staff • All excursion entrance fees (excluding our extended stay

‘Added Extra Excursions’)• Excursion workbooks• Exclusive use of coach for visits and excursions• All local taxes and road tolls• Use of ICT hardware and software for Reportage course• Comprehensive travel insurance

It has been anexperience of a lifetime! We thoroughly enjoyedour stay and can't waitto come back! Social,cultural, educational experience not to be forgotten!

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Mr Chittick, Ayscoughfee Hall School

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YOUR QUESTIONSANSWERED

if you still have any questions about our French programmes, you shouldhopefully find the answers here. if not, please call a member of our schoolssupport team on 0800 655 6564 and they’ll be happy to help.

Q: Can I talk to someone about studyrequirements before I visit?A: We’ll call you a few weeks before your visit toplan out your itinerary, but you can contact us atany time if you have questions or concerns. Don’t forget, you can also find more information at www.kingswood.co.uk.

Q: Can I visit the Château in advance of our stay?A: We regularly run free preview weekends forteachers so just let us know if you’d like to visit and we’ll be pleased to make the arrangements. We’ll give you a full tour of the site and facilities so you can get a good feel of what to expect from your school’s visit.

Q: Do I need to bring any specialist equipment or clothing?A: No – we have a comprehensive inventory ofequipment for all our activities. The launch pack we send you contains a full list of suggestedclothing, none of which are out of the ordinary.

Q: What do students do in the evenings?A: After dinner we enter the Twilight Zone – our programme of fun group games and cool ways to unwind. Students are encouraged to socialise through activities including ClubKingswood, Mini Olympics, Scrapheap challenge,Trail of mystery and other exciting activities.

Q: Who will be my point of contact during my stay?A: Each school is assigned a Group Leader who willgreet them and be present almost all of the time.The site also employs a Guest Services Coordinatoras well as a bilingual Château Operations Manager.

Q: What is your payment process?A: Once you’ve reserved your dates, you’ll need topay the first, non-refundable deposit within 28 days.The second deposit is due 8 weeks after the first,with the third and final payment due 8 weeksbefore arrival.

Q: Do students from different schools mix?A: Not usually. Classmates share the same dormsand stay together throughout the day. However,students may have the chance to meet and makenew friends from other schools during the eveningTwilight Zone events.

Q: What travel documentation do students need?A: The teacher organising the trip will hold on to thegroup’s travel insurance documents so all thestudents will need to bring are their passports.

Q: Will students need additional pocket money?A: All students’ on-site needs are catered for. Duringexcursions students may get the chance to goshopping or visit gift shops. We’d suggest studentsbring spending money of no more than 20-25 Euros each.

Q: What is included in the booking fee?A: In a word, everything! Coach travel from yourschool to the Château is included in the price, as is comprehensive travel insurance for your group.All excursions are included (except for our overnight ‘Added Extra Excursions’), withworkbooks relating to each excursion, plus full useof our ICT facilities for Reportage participants.

And of course, your booking fee covers a fully-supervised programme of adventure activities,evening entertainment, accommodation, healthy meals and free places for 1 teacher to every 8 pupils.

Q: Can you arrange insurance?A: You don’t need to make any additionalarrangements – to make life easier for you GroupTravel Insurance is included in the booking forChâteau visitors. This covers students and theirparty leaders from the moment you leave schooluntil your return.

Q: What about students with special needs?A: We can accommodate most needs but we do askthat you let us know at the time of booking so thatwe can advise on whether we are equipped to dealwith specific situations.

Q: What is the food like?A: All our meals are created with health andnutrition in mind. Menus vary from day-to-dayaccording to the season and the individual centre.Guests eat in the communal dining room, with fourcourse evening meals and vegetarian selections. Wecan also cater for students with special religious ordietary needs if you let us know in advance.Students who are off-site at lunchtime will be givena packed lunch, including filled baguettes, fruit,biscuits, crisps and a drink.

Q: What care is available during the night?A: Teachers sleep just down the corridor from theirpupils and there is also a Duty Manager on callthroughout the night.

Q: How secure is the centre?A: The Château grounds have a gated entrance,perimeter fencing and (from 2012) CCTV. Dormitorydoor security codes restrict access to your groupmembers only, dorm windows are secure and aswitchboard in the teachers’ room informs youwhether the lights are on in your students’ quarters.

Q: Do you have fire drills?A: Upon arriving at the Château, all schools receivea fire-safety briefing where we point out theemergency exits and meeting areas and rehearseour evacuation procedure. We then carry out anemergency fire drill involving everyone on site –students, teachers and staff.

Q: Do you have first-aid cover?A: We have fully-qualified first aid staff on site at alltimes. In the event of a more serious accident weare a 10 minute drive to the nearest hospital.

See your pupils blossom,gaining self-confidence

and building stronger classrelationships on a visit to France

with Kingswood. Our coursesand activities have beendesigned to support thenational Curriculum and

enhance personal developmentand are taught by expert

animateurs and instructors in safe, secure environments.

With over 30 years’ experience,we’re experts in providing

great-value educationaladventure trips and meeting

teachers’ needs. Come and visit us to enjoy immersive

learning at its best.

Kingswood Centres | Kingswood House | Alkmaar Way | Norwich | Norfolk | NR6 6BF

t | 0800 655 6564 f | 0844 800 5008 e | [email protected]

www.kingswood.co.uk

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