Educational ADVENTURE residentials for SCHOOLS
over 45 years of experience
4 adventure centres (and a bunkhouse) in Scotland 4 stunning locations 4 unique centres
Curriculum for Excellence Developing the four capacities Successful Learners Effective Contributors Confident Individuals Responsible Citizens The following criteria can be met during a visit to Abernethy: Literacy Religious Observance Health and Wellbeing Social studies
Safety Your child s safety is of the highest importance to us We are a registered member of the AALA and meet all of their safety regulations. Our instructional staff hold NGB qualifications in our activities. All staff are PVG disclosed. Regular equipment checks are performed and all our activities are maintained to the highest safety standards. We keep our group sizes small to ensure that each child is known and accounted for.
Abernethy Ardeonaig Set on the shores of Loch Tay Less than 2 hours from Edinburgh and Glasgow 20 acre private estate
Photo tour Main House Loch Tay
Photo tour Brae Lounge Cosy area with wood burning stove Full AV facilities
Photo tour Barratt Lounge A place to relax after activities Wood-burning fire and a DVD library
Photo tour Dining Room All meals served here in a family style Tea and Coffee making facilities
Sample Menu Continental breakfast with a cooked option Cereals, porridge, toast, fruit juice, tea & coffee Daily hot option e.g. sausage & baked beans, pancakes etc Packed lunch (self service) White or brown bread with a selection of jams, spreads & fillings e.g. Ham, grated cheddar, tuna, sliced tomato and lettuce fresh fruit, crisps & chocolate biscuit 2 course evening dinner Home made Steak Pie, potatoes and peas Vegetable pie (V) Ice cream & raspberry sauce or fresh fruit Tea & coffee Suppertime snack: Home baking & a hot or cold drink Also available at all times: Unlimited fresh fruit Chilled water
Photo tour Drying facilities Efficient drying room Boot and outdoor shoe storage area
Photo tour Centre shop Opens each morning or evening Souvenirs, Abernethy clothing, accessories, drinks, snacks, confectionery, postcards, toiletries & essentials Teachers may choose to set a spending limit
Photo tour Bedrooms Bunk bedded rooms with linen provided Shared WC and washroom facilities Room sizes from 2 7 people Accommodation for 59
Photo tour Games Room Great fun after a day of activities! Table tennis and table football
Photo tour Sports Hall Feel free to borrow our equipment for basketball, indoor football, badminton and volleyball
Activity options Learning Outdoors Your customised activity programme will be prepared in advance of your trip, in consultation with teachers
Activity options Archery Our enthusiastic instructors will help you develop you skills with a bow and arrow
Activity options Bushcraft Learn how to build a shelter and light a fire in the wild!
Activity options Open Canoeing Flat water canoeing on Loch Tay
Activity options Kayaking As with the canoeing, these activities are held on Loch Tay
Activity options Raft building Design and build your very own raft, and see if you can stay dry!
Activity options Challenge Activities Work together as a team to problem solve and achieve the task. There are lots of challenging activities within our grounds and woodland, including: Magic Flute Pharaoh s Pyramid Shore Bound Spiders Web Code-Cracker
Activity options Gorge Adventure A great physical challenge as you battle your way upstream, and then relax a bit as the water carries you back down!
Activity options Sailing An exhilarating activity on the waters of Loch Tay
Activity options Crate Climb Work as a team to build a crate tower as high as you can go!
Activity options Adventure Days Explore the wilderness at an off-site woodland area
Activity options Orienteering Get your bearings, develop your map reading skills and navigate your way around our on-site orienteering course
Activity options Low Ropes Course Build your teamwork and communication skills, and your confidence on this course
Activity options High Ropes Course If you have a head for heights then this is a thrilling activity that will get the adrenaline pumping!
Activity options Jacob s Ladder Build strong teamwork skills, and get as high up the ladder as you can!
Activity options John Muir Award It is possible for pupils to achieve their John Muir Award during their week at Abernethy
Equipment We will provide: Helmet Buoyancy aid Harness Any other specialist or safety equipment as needed
Kit list You need to bring: Warm Clothes Waterproofs Old clothes Old Trainers/sturdy footwear Sun Cream Day Sack Lunch box Flask (metal) Torch Towel Wellington boots Midge Repellent
ACTIVTY DAYS Qualified Instructors Experienced with school groups Small groups 8-10 students per instructor
Sample daily programme 7.30am 8.00am 8.45am 9.15am 12.30pm 1.30pm 4.30pm 6.00pm 8.30pm 9.15pm Later Wake up call Breakfast & make packed lunch Tuck Shop Climbing & abseiling, team challenges Lunch break Raft building, archery Free time Dinner Explore Supper (Camp fire & hot dog on last night, weather dependent) Bedtime
Core values Safety AALA Equipment Fire First Aid Minibus Learning New skills Residential experience Responsibility The teachers love it too! Fun Learning new activities Living together Explore
Comments Had an amazing time, the activities were awesome - P7 Pupil We chose the centre because of reputation, child-centred approach, catering, staff quality and the total experience - Teacher Tremendous ethos; patience of staff with pupils, all staff so courteous and helpful-they make time for you - Teacher
KEEP IN TOUCH! www.abernethy.org.uk Did you know? We provide holidays for groups, churches, families and individuals. We also have a selection of great DofE opportunities and NGB short courses
ABERNETHY ARDEONAIG See you soon!