Our team will be with your group for the whole of the trip, including leading activities, coming to meals and delivering the evening activity programme. We request that a member of school staff accompanies each activity group during their stay and overall pastoral care and responsibility for pupils remain with the school. A member of our team will be on …
Are you Learning Outside the Classroom Endorsed?
At Rootd we hold the LOtC Quality badge and are proud to offer Learning Outside the Classroom approved School trips. You can learn more in our blog post about the importance of LOtC for your School trip provider.
Do you provide risk assessments for the trip?
Yes, a thorough risk assessment will be carried out for all activities and accommodation. Copies of our risk assessments will be emailed to you well in advance of your trip.
What does a Rootd adventure include?
We provide all activities, equipment, instruction, meals (except packed lunch on day 1) and accommodation in either our bell tents or woodland pod. Children will need to bring a sleeping bag and pillow for their bunk beds and, particularly if camping, please try to ensure children have a warm 3-season sleeping bag, as even in the summer it does feel …
Where do Rootd Adventures take place?
Our locations are situated in the South East of England (Hertfordshire), all easily accessible and within a short distance of both the M1 / M25. All centres have flexible accommodation options including our bell tented villages, offering an authentic under canvas camping experience, or stylish ‘glamping pods’ complete with underfloor heating.
What safety measures are in place on camp?
All members of staff hold current first-aid, safeguarding and food hygiene/safety qualifications. Staff are highly vigilant and always put the safety of children first. To keep the camp secure at night, there’s a main gate and barrier, which are both closed from 8.30pm in the evening until morning. The site is contained by a perimeter fence and there is CCTV …
How do children benefit from going on a Rootd school trip?
When children come on a Rootd school trip, they have a unique opportunity to switch off from the demands of daily life and experience the freedom of the outdoors with their friends – making unforgettable memories together. With the support of our Rootd team members, children are encouraged to rise to new challenges, test their limits and uncover their potential. …
What can children expect when they first arrive on camp?
When children first arrive at our Rootd camp, they’ll be greeted by our friendly Rootd team at the coach park. The camp lead will introduce themselves to both the children and teachers, before walking them to their camp and showing them around. Children will have the opportunity to explore their accommodation and settle in before starting their activities.
How do I make a booking?
All our activity programmes are tailored for each school to take into account your objectives, budget, group size, age of pupils etc. so do get in touch to discuss your requirements, check availability and for a detailed quote. We recommend booking early to secure your preferred dates, as we take bookings 12-18 months in advance and the peak Summer term …
What activities take place on a typical day?
A typical day on a Rootd residential begins with breakfast, followed by two morning activities (10:00am-1:00pm). Children then enjoy some downtime over lunch, before taking part in afternoon activities (2:00pm-5:00pm) . Dinner is served at around 6pm, after which children take part in an evening activity, finishing around the campfire with hot chocolate and biscuits. We provide all activities, equipment, …