Outdoor Academy Mobile Adventurous Activities

Areas Visited

Operating year round during term time, weekends and school holidays, we deliver mobile outdoor activities all over the UK. Based in the South of the UK, we have excellent transport links just 10 minutes from junction 12 of the M4.

We mainly delivering activity programmes to schools and groups in the South from Reading, Basingstoke, Oxford, London, Swindon, Newbury and surrounding areas.

Accreditation and Awards

• Adventurous Activities Licensing Authority (AALA – R1593)

• AQA Unit Award Scheme approved centre

What is typically included on our school trips?

We work hard to make your experience memorable, from the initial enquiry through to post-event. Our high level of service has built a wealth of longstanding clients which re-book time after time.

We will tailor the activity programme around your learning outcomes and abilities with your group. Many of our activities are suitable for all age ranges.

There is increasing evidence that outdoor learning has a positive impact on children and young people. Outdoor adventurous activities can:

• increase self-esteem and awareness;
• increase confidence;
• develop personal and social skills;
• improve communication skills;
• increase motivation to learn;
• provide the opportunity to try new things.

We are regulated by the Adventurous Activities Licensing Authority (AALA) so you can be assured of the highest standards.

Group Sizes Catered For

Group sizes of up to 170 participants - perfect for a class, club, year group or the entire school!

Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions

Photographs, video and audio recordings are permitted during your activity programme featuring your own participants if parental permission has been granted.

If you would like a photo board made of your visit, we will take photographs during the programme and the photo board(s) will be sent by email the following day.  

Our Privacy Policy can be found here: https://www.outdooracademy.co.uk/privacy-policy/

Pricing Information

The price quoted is based on varying factors, please contact us with the following information:

• Number of participants
• Preferred date
• Location
• Operating times
• Preferred activities or learning outcomes

*all prices quoted are exclusive of VAT, most schools can claim back the VAT.

Clothing Requirements

As the activities take place outdoors, we would recommend that participants wear loose, comfortable clothing suitable for the weather conditions and a pair of comfortable trainers or sturdy closed toe footwear that you don’t mind getting a bit muddy – no crocs, flip flops or heels please! It is always advised to bring a warm jacket or coat with you and layers for the Winter months.

For those warm and sunny days, don’t forget a sun hat and sun cream.

If the programme includes water based activities, we will advise on booking whether a change of clothes is required.

A kit list will be provided on confirmation of booking.

First Aid Information

There will always be a member of staff on site who holds a current and up to date 16 hour outdoor first aid certificate.

Testimonials

“We were once again incredibly impressed with the level of professionalism, service and friendliness shown by all the staff on our site. Our guests absolutely loved the variety of activities that were on offer.  Thank you for once again helping to make our event the very best.” 

St. Georges, Weybridge

“Very helpful and amenable to queries and changes at the booking stage, very enthusiastic and great with the children, good at encouraging the nervous children. Amazing range of activities and very professional throughout. The children had a great time as did the staff, we will be looking forward to booking again with you next year. Thank you very much for an amazing weekend.”

St Margaret’s Infant School

“I was really impressed by your team, they encouraged engagement, differentiated brilliantly, maintained thorough safety standards and worked hard continually. We look forward to working together in the future!

Freedom Church

For more testimonials, please visit our website – www.outdooracademy.co.uk

Booking information

Please contact the main office on 0118 9712 769 or email info@outdooracademy.co.uk if you require further information or if you would like a suggested programme and quotation.