Activity Programmes at Glaramara will enthuse and challenge pupils in ways that may be difficult to achieve in the classroom. When children are placed in a totally different environment, removed from their comfort zones and presented with real physical and mental challenges, the opportunities for developing their key skills are remarkable.
The Key Skills most notably covered by our multi-activity outdoor activity programmes are:
- Working with others: children will meet real life challenges where they are expected to contribute to discussion, appreciate the ideas and situations of others and work in teams to achieve goals.
- Problem Solving and Application of Number: children will be encouraged to develop strategies and skills which can later be used to solve real life problems.
- Communication: many opportunities will occur for children to communicate in a variety of ways with peers and adults e.g. working together to build a raft and cross a stretch of water.
- Improving own learning and performance: reviewing of activities in a positive and sensitive way encourages reflection and growth.
Citizenship and PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Many elements of the Programme of Study and non-statutory guidelines for Citizenship and PSHE are encompassed by a stay at Glaramara. :
Key Stage 2
- Developing good relationships and respecting the differences between people.
- Developing confidence and responsibility and making the most of their abilities.
- Developing a safer, healthier lifestyle.
Key Stages 3 & 4
- Developing skills of enquiry and communication.
- Developing skills of participation and responsible action.