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1 13 th February 2019 Dear Parent/Guardian, As our trip to Italy is only weeks away, I would like to confirm some more details with you to help you to prepare! There will be an information evening on Thursday 7 th March at 5.30pm to give you the opportunity to ask any questions about the trip. Travelling and flight information Sunday 7 th April Students to meet outside of school in time for the bus to leave at 3.30am. On return, we anticipate that we will be back at school by approximately 6pm on Wednesday 10 th April, Flight Details Departure Departure Date 07/04/2019 Manchester 10/04/2019 Nápoli / Capodichino Departure Time Arrival Date Arrival 08:15 07/04/2019 Nápoli / Capodichino 12:20 10/04/2019 Manchester however this will depend on the traffic. The flight details are below; Arrival Airline Flight Locator Time Number 12:20 jet2 LS 947 2W8M7C 14:35 jet2 LS 948 2W8M7C jet2 Luggage allowance: One item of hand luggage weighing up to 10 kg with dimensions that do not exceed 56 x 45 x 25 cm, plus one small additional personal item, such as a handbag, allowed at the airline's discretion. jet2 liquid allowance; Limited amounts of liquid will be allowed through the security search point provided that:- It is in a container with a capacity no greater than 100ml. It is carried within one transparent, re-sealable plastic bag with a capacity not exceeding 1 litre; the dimensions for which must not exceed 20cm x 20cm (8 x 8 ). The contents of the plastic bag must fit comfortably and the bag must be completely closed. The plastic bag must be carried separately from hand baggage. The person is responsible for providing their own plastic bag. Plastic bags that do not meet the correct criteria will not be allowed. Medicines & special dietary products, such as baby food vital for the trip. You may be asked for a medical letter or proof of authenticity. Please be aware bottles and packaging may need to be opened during screening by airport security. Accommodation- Hotel Angelina, a small, family run hotel in the quiet location of St Agnello di Sorrento, with 27 simple and comfortable rooms. Full board including continental breakfast, packed lunches and evening meal.

2 Suggested clothing/equipment Trainers/walking boots for walking (especially for Mount Vesuvius) Suitable coat (preferably waterproof) Suitable clothing for all weather, including trousers. Sun hat/cap Sun cream Sunglasses Towel Small bag/rucksack Refillable water bottle Travel sickness bands/tablets (for the Amalfi coast journey) EU travel adaptor Suggested spending money We suggest that the students take no more 100 euros. Students will need to bring 15 Euros in a named envelope which will be handed into the hotel on arrival as a security deposit. This will be given back to the students before they travel back to the UK. They can use this money on the inbound journey home. Hoodies There is an opportunity to purchase an Italy hoodie through parent pay, however this is not compulsory. The cost is 22 and the students need to complete an order form and hand it in to Mrs Williams in the office. You will be given a booklet of information at our parents evening on Thursday 7 th March. This will have all contact details and a detailed itinerary for the trip. Please don t hesitate to contact me if you have any queries in the meantime, Lucy Anderson Subject Leader of Geography Lucy.anderson@bishopbarrington.net

3 KS4 Geography Visit to Italy 2019 Sunday 7 th April Wednesday 10 th April A guide for parents and carers

4 Who is going? Purpose of the trip Travel Arrangements Coach Journey Flight Group Leader and first aider L. Anderson L. Webb and D. Palmer To visit Geographical sites of interest and take in the breath taking scenery of Sorrento! Sunday 7 th April -Meet at Bishop Barrington School at 3.15am to leave by 3.30am. -Arrive at Manchester by 6.15am. -Flight LS 947 departs at 8.15am and arrives at Naples at 12.20pm local time. Wednesday 10 th April -Flight LS 948 departs at 12.20pm and will arrive at Manchester at 2.35pm. -Arrive back at Bishop Barrington School by approximately 6pm. (We will keep you updated through the school Facebook page) -Students can use their 15 Euros security money for refreshments for the return journey. -Please bring entertainment for the journey such as a book or a magazine, and sufficient money in Stirling for the UK part of the journey. -All students must remain seated and use safety belts at all times while on the coach. Chewing gum and energy drinks will not be allowed on the coach. -It is requested that all students bring a refillable water bottle which they can use for the trip. -Students may wish to bring a travel pillow for the journey too. - jet2 Luggage allowance: One item of hand luggage weighing up to 10 kg with dimensions that do not exceed 56 x 45 x 25 cm, plus one small additional personal item, such as a handbag, allowed at the airline's discretion. - jet2 liquid allowance; Limited amounts of liquid will be allowed through the security search point provided that:- It is in a container with a capacity no greater than 100ml. It is carried within one transparent, re-sealable plastic bag with a capacity not exceeding 1 litre; the dimensions for which must not exceed 20cm x 20cm (8 x 8 ). The contents of the plastic bag must fit comfortably and the bag must be completely closed. The plastic bag must be carried separately from hand baggage. The person is responsible for providing their own plastic bag. Plastic bags that do not meet the correct criteria will not be allowed. Medicines & special dietary products, such as baby food vital for the trip. You may be asked for a medical letter or proof of authenticity. Please be aware bottles and packaging may need to be opened during screening by airport security. Accommodation -Hotel Angelina, a small, family run hotel in the quiet location of St Agnello di Sorrento, with 27 simple and comfortable rooms. Full board including continental breakfast, packed lunches and evening meal. - Students to bring 15 Euros in a named and sealed envelope for a security deposit for their room. This will be given back to them for their return journey.

5 Itinerary Things to take Things not to take Money Travel sickness and Medication Sunday 7 th April Arrive at airport 12.20pm local time, coach transfer to the airport. Naples underground tour Check in to the hotel at approximately 5pm local time Monday 8 th April Breakfast at the hotel (packed lunch for dinner) Mount Vesuvius Guided visit around Pompeii Evening meal at hotel Bowling Tuesday 9 th April Breakfast at the hotel (packed lunches for dinner) Guided visit to the Amalfi coast, Scala and Ravello Evening meal at the hotel Evening walk into Sorrento Wednesday 10 th April Breakfast at the hotel (packed lunches for dinner) Check in at the airport at 10.20am local time Arrive at Manchester at 2.35pm and back to school by coach by approximately 6pm. Sturdy trainers/walking boots for walking (especially for Mount Vesuvius) Suitable coat (preferably waterproof) Suitable clothing for all weather, including trousers. Sun hat/cap Sun cream Sunglasses Toiletries including a towel Small bag/rucksack Refillable water bottle Travel sickness bands/tablets (for the Amalfi coast journey) EU travel adaptor Medication if required -Don t take very expensive items or items with sentimental value -Inappropriate clothing e.g. high heels. Football shirts or T-shirts with potentially offensive slogans. -No pen knives, laser pens, lighters etc. Spending money up to 100 Euros Please provide your son/daughter with sufficient travel sickness tablets for the outward and return journey and ensure that your son/daughter has taken a tablet BEFORE the outward journey as staff cannot provide pupils with these. Likewise, staff are unable to supply paracetamol, plasters, aspirin, diarrhoea and hay fever tablets etc. Therefore please provide your child with these should you think they require them. Staff can keep medication on behalf of your son/daughter provided you have indicated this on the medical form. There will be a first aid kit available at all times.

6 In case of emergency Details of accommodation Queries Tel: This is the school mobile number, however please only contact this in case of an emergency. The purpose of the mobile is for the group leader to contact the bus driver to confirm times of arrival for the coach. -For non-emergencies, please contact the Hotel or your child directly. -On the way home, we will ask your child to contact you with a definite time of arrival when we know it. If your child does not have a mobile phone he / she will contact you using the school mobile. Hotel Angelina, Via Cappuchini 34, ST Agnello, Italy,80065 Website: Thank you for your support! Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Anderson prior to departure on or by at lucy.anderson@bishopbarrington.net We are happy for you to post pictures on social media as long as you follow these rules; You must have that person s permission to post the picture on social media. No pictures of students asleep at night No pictures of teachers unless you have their permission