Going into post primary school can be a daunting time for children, as they leave behind the security of the familiar and move on to ‘big school’. Our Fun and Adventure Days for first years are an ideal way to bring together children from different primary schools, introducing them to their new classmates in a relaxed yet stimulating environment. Our events are carefully planned so that the group is continually mixed up, encouraging the pupils to really mingle and interact with one another.

A typical Fun and Adventure Day

• We begin with our ice-breaker games, which usually end in laughter, helping to ease tension and fear of the unknown. The children then move on to our High Ropes course where they are encouraged by the instructors to support each other and hold the rope for those up above.

• As the day progresses, we introduce more exciting activities – and not all centred on the high ropes as we are aware that some children may have a fear of heights. Our Low Ropes Challenge Course is only a foot off the ground and designed specifically for team building, as students are required to support each other around the course.

• Our Jungle Swing is brilliant for teamwork as the children must work together to achieve a goal which cannot be attained individually. It involves planning ahead and agreeing a strategy to complete the course - so communication is essential here.

• Our fixed Orienteering course is ideal for developing strong team work, forward planning and time management, not to mention giving them a good run around the estate.

Our events have proved successful time and time again in helping to integrate a new class of students.  A great time is had by all; they go home feeling exhilarated and filled with confidence about their future at school.  It is not uncommon to see new friendships formed which go on to last even beyond their school days.

During each activity session, and especially after, the group are encouraged to discuss and express what they have learned and what the benefits were for them, both personally and as a team.