In preparation for the impending trip to Condover Hall, we will be spending some time over the next week or so going through Condover arrangements with the children. We thought that you also would appreciate a bit of additional information and clarification to help you prepare your children for what we are sure will be a very positive and exciting experience for them.
Packing & Preparation
- CLEARLY NAME ALL CLOTHING AND PROPERTY!
- If possible, choose a soft hold-all rather than a rigid case as this makes storage in the dorms easier and gives the children more space. Please DO NOT WORRY if this is not possible!
- Please allow your children to be as involved in the packing of their bag as possible, this will help them to be more aware of what they have and where it is – it will also help them when packing for the return home.
- Please provide a large plastic bag or bin bag for dirty or wet clothing.
Packed lunch for Thursday
- Your child will need to bring their own packed lunch with them to school on Thursday 9th March (unless your child is eligible for Free School Meals and you have requested that we provide a school packed lunch) as the first meal provided by Condover Hall will be dinner on Thursday evening.
Medication
Put any medication in a container with your child’s name written clearly on the front along with clear instructions and dosage. Please let us know some time prior to our visit if your child will be bringing medication.
Thursday morning
- We will ask the children to do the ‘big’ hugs and goodbyes at home before leaving for school.
- Please allow your child to bring their own bag into the classroom.
- Only come into class if you have to provide us with your child’s medication or if you have to tell us some new information.
- Please be aware that if you wish to wave off your child, the coach will not be leaving until around 11.30am at the earliest.
Wednesday afternoon
- The coach will return at approximately 3:30pm-3.45pm, depending on the traffic. We will phone ahead if delayed for any reason. Please watch the noticeboard outside school for any changes.
- PLEASE WAIT INSIDE THE SCHOOL GATES UNTIL ALL BAGS HAVE BEEN UNLOADED – you will be able to greet your children before collecting bags.
- Be aware that your child’s wellies/wet clothes bag may have become separated from their main bag – please ensure to collect ALL your child’s belongings.
DON’T FORGET
NOT ALLOWED
- Mobile phones
- Electronic games/devices e.g. PSP
- Extra snacks/sweets
- Cameras – school will be taking plenty of pictures/videos
ALLOWED
- Maximum of £5 spending money – to be placed in a sealed envelope with child’s name and class written on outside
Hopefully, this information will help avoid any last minute worries or queries. Your cooperation in these matters will be greatly appreciated and will contribute to the smooth running of the trip.
Many thanks in anticipation,
Miss Jones & Miss Lewis