Special Educational Needs (SEN)

More than a school trip. Build confidence, resilience and teamwork through unforgettable outdoor learning on the shores of Windermere. With over 50 land and water-based activities, expert instructors and high-quality accommodation, YMCA Lakeside helps pupils grow in ways which are hard to achieve in the classroom. Set on the quiet, south-west shore of Windermere, surrounded by 100 acres of private woodland, the centre offers an inspiring setting for challenge and personal growth. (280 beds Max)

JCA Croft Farm Residential Centre provides children with varied learning experiences that support their learning and development. By offering a great range of facilities & accommodation designed to engage schools groups in the Cotswolds, with 24-hour staffing and safety measures, Croft Far provides a safe environment for students. Both the adventure day trips and residential centre are designed to build confidence, and life skills for your students.

Outward Bound utilises the power of learning and adventure to unleash a students true potential; with a large range of thrilling activities, the pupils will be constantly engaged and excited, making Outward Bound the perfect destination for school trips. Max Group size of 120 (10 groups) Fully Catered options.

Adventure 4 You Outdoor Residential Centre Northamptonshire offers adventurous residential enrichment activity programmes for schools. These programs are aimed at providing adventurous activities and experiences where students can learn, achieve and develop key life skills in a safe environment. The power of the outdoors and the benefits that has to children’s mental health and well-being is undeniable. All meals are fully catered. (Group sizes up to 80)

Xplore! Nature Forest School in North Wales is an inclusive and engaging space where science meets forest schools. This place help students of all ages to generate curiosity, build independence, and also develop a love for nature whilst nurturing leadership skills. Xplore! Nature Forest School provides wide range of educational sessions for schools on exciting school days and is also dedicated to inspiring young minds with a broad curriculum, constant support and engaging activities.

Herts Young Mariners Base offers schools a comprehensive outdoor-education experience in the Lee Valley and also allows for comfortable residential stays, making it ideal for both day trips and longer educational experiences. Herts Young Mariners has beautiful grounds including a large natural spring lake which students can use for all kinds of water sport activities. School groups can use Lee Valley YHA next doors for their residential stay. (Group sizes up to 100)

At the Prison & Police Museum Ripon discover the history of crime & punishment in the Victorian prison, learn the history of policing in Yorkshire from the Anglo-Saxons to the formation of professional policing, perfect historical interactive experience. The learning programme can accommodate groups from Key Stage 1 through to university level.

The Wilderness Centre Forest of Dean Gloucestershire offers residential and activity packages for school groups. The aim of The Wilderness Centre is to give schools the ultimate outdoor experience & leave all who visit with the knowledge and confidence to safely enjoy the outdoors. A residential stay here means affordable and comfortable accommodation for residential school trips. It offers both fully catered and self catering options are available. (Group sizes up to 100).

Immersive Experiences is the UK's multi-award-winning immersive learning/entertainment outreach provider, reaching a record breaking 200,000 people a year.

Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer offers high quality outdoor and adventurous activities for schools and educational groups with on site accommodation for up to 70 students and support staff. The experienced, enthusiastic team have a strong background in outdoor activities and coaching, ensuring we deliver some of the most exciting and varied activities, including, canoeing, kayaking, caving, orienteering, mountain biking, rock climbing, abseiling, plus many more.

Situated on the beautiful Hampshire coast, Stubbington Study Centre offers a wide range of exciting outdoor learning opportunities with environmental,  team building and educational themes.  Stubbington is the perfect venue for school residentials, reward trips ans also educational group experiences and much more.  With a variety of habitats for wildlife, huge play areas and only a five minute walk to the beach, a visit to Stubbington Study Centre will make school trips unforgettable again. (Group sizes for up to 112 children)

Snozone Yorkshire offers students the opportunity to learn new snow sports such as Skiing and Snowboarding in a fun safe environment, with a team of professional staff on hand to help guide your students to this active team focused experience.

Belmont Outdoor Education Centre is located about 30 minutes from both Dundee and Perth in around 100 acres of fabulous grounds and woodland. The area is an ideal school trip destination for both water sports like kayaking and canoe trips but also for walking or climbing. Belmont Residential Centre can deliver inspiring outdoor learning for students of all ages. All the outdoor activities are tailored to your school group's desires, age and ability.

Test your school groups' mental and physical abilities in an exciting team building environment in a supervised indoor activity and fitness venue inspired by ITV's hit programme. Climb, balance, jump and swing on awesome obstacle courses at Ninja Warrior UK Adventure Park Liverpool. The ultimate indoor adventure park for students of all ages where your school groups will be kept busy on a memorable and exciting school day.

National Forest Adventure Farm provides adventurous school trips that are aimed at younger students. Here, your pupils will enjoy an inspirational experience which is not only educational but also fun! Amazing Animals workshop tailored to EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

In Rockley Adventure Point Activity Centre students can try their hand at stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, windsurfing, canoeing as well as visiting the waterpark itself.  There's plenty of water and land adventures activities for schools and youth groups to enjoy in Dorset, Rockley Activity Centre.