Teach Secondary 13.8

“Low on cost, big on outdoor learning” What’s new at Conway Centres this year? With school budgets, family purse strings and teaching staff resource tighter than ever, we want to ensure that as many schools and young people as possible can experience a residential. We have now launched our brand new programmes, which make booking a residential easier than ever. The three new programmes are perfect for secondary schools, and are all low on cost and big on outdoor learning. Tell us more about the new programmes… We have three new programmes for secondary schools: Conway Outdoors , Conway Connect and Conway Ultimate . Conway Outdoors is designed for schools wanting a low-cost residential with all the benefits of outdoor learning. Conway Connect focuses on boosting teamwork, forging friendships, improving communication with peers and supporting each other. Conway Ultimate , meanwhile, is perfect if you are looking for something for thrill-seekers! This jam-packed adventure programme provides access to our widest and most exciting activities, and includes an off-site day. What can schools expect from a residential at Conway Centres? Our new programmes have all been carefully crafted to make the most of your residential experience. Whether it’s bringing your Y7s out to build new friendships and connect , ready for their secondary school experience; ABOUT MARIA: Maria McQuillan is Head of Conway Centres, Anglesey What’s the difference? + Experience off-site visits to all of North Wales’ hotspots + Boost grades and raise attainment with an exam support course residential +Whether you want to bring a small class of 30, a whole year or even your MAT, Conway Centres, Anglesey can accommodate all schools’ requirements. Just let the team know, and they will work their magic! 30 SECOND BRIEFING Winners of the ‘Best Residential Experience’ at the latest School Travel Awards, Conway Centres, Anglesey are experts in providing secondary schools with outdoor learning residentials. Located on the Menai Strait and close to all of North Wales’ hotspots – adventure is never far away. Q&A Maria McQuillan discusses the exciting programmes Conway Centres, Anglesey is offering this year… encouraging your Y8s to get outdoors ; or helping your Y9s experience the ultimate adventure, outdoor learning is at the heart of everything we do. Plus, we still have our popular exam support courses and revision adventures, which have a proven track record of raising attainment and boosting students’ grades at GCSE and A Level! Great! When should we visit? The most cost-effective time to visit is during the autumn term, from just £79 per person. Schools will fight for summer dates, but don’t rule out autumn – with highs of 14 to 16°C in September and October, the sun still shines over the Anglesey centre! Schools come to Anglesey as late as November and December, and love the quiet seasons, since they offer more in-depth learning experiences and greater exclusivity of the site, whilst beating the crowds! And what better way of building resilience through outdoor learning than with a good old Anglesey downpour? Why should schools choose Conway Centres, Anglesey? Set on the Menai Strait and nestled beneath the Snowdonia National Park, our team are all outdoor learning experts, and live and breathe adventure! From kayaking to the Antarctic, to climbing El Capitan – some staff even commute to work by kayak or boat. Schools often tell us that our staff are what sets Conway Centres apart from the others, and therefore keeps them coming back year after year… Contact: 01248 714 501 conwaycentres@edsential.co.uk conwaycentres.co.uk PA R T N E R C O N T E N T 22 teachwire.net/secondary