LOtC Quality Badge
LOtC Quality Badge
The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom oversee the awarding of a range of Quality Badges which are specific to the particular organisation. Read more about these below.
For LOtC Providers
Awarded by the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom, the LOtC Quality Badge is a national award combining the essential elements of provision – learning and safety – into ONE easily recognisable and trusted accreditation scheme for ALL types of Learning Outside the Classroom provider organisation. Read more about the LOtC Quality Badge: http://lotcqualitybadge.org.uk/
The LOtC Site Provider Award
The LOtC Site Provider Award is intended to recognise those organisations which actively welcome schools onto their sites and ensure that those sites and any other services provided meet the needs of schools. Read more about the LOtC Site Provider Award: http://www.lotc.org.uk/lotc-accreditations/lotc-site-provider-award/
The LOtC Resource Provider Award
The LOtC Resource Provider Award is intended to recognise those organisations that provide products and services which genuinely assist teachers in delivering LOtC, and work with users to ensure that this is the case. Read more about the LOtC Resource Provider Award: http://www.lotc.org.uk/lotc-accreditations/lotc-resource-provider-award/
For Schools
The LOtC Mark is the first national accreditation for schools which recognises and supports the development of Learning Outside the Classroom across all subject areas. Comprising of three levels, the LOtC Mark is intended not only to recognise existing exemplary provision, but also to assist and support schools in developing their LOtC offer. Read more about the LOtC Mark: http://www.lotc.org.uk/lotc-accreditations/lotc-mark
Venues with this Accreditation
Split over two levels, the indoor attraction allows people with and without disabilities to try their hand at caving in a safe environment. The cave has been designed to replicate a natural cave and includes features like stalactites, stalagmites, and hidden fossils.
David Hall Training is a mobile training organisation based in the North of England, delivering courses throughout the country for individuals and groups, delivering training, practice and qualifying expeditions for Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards on foot, mountain bikes, in kayaks and canoes. These courses are underpinned by skill training and teambuilding.
Peat Rigg Outdoor Training Centre is a converted nineteenth century farmhouse set in 90 acres of beautiful rural scenery. It is located within Cropton Forest on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park
Located on the outskirts of Doncaster, Hatfield Outdoor Activity Centre is a fantastic facility for outdoor enthusiastics & novices alike. Set against an idyllic woodland backdrop, the activity centre offers a range of water-based and land-based activities for all ages and abilities.
Our instructors have wide and varied experience of outdoor education and youth work stretching over several decades. We employ experienced, fully qualified and certified instructors, and hold a comprehensive insurance policy in order to make our activities safe and enjoyable.
Addventure Awards Ltd was formed in 2008, with the objective of offering mountain expertise to a wider audience, to include young people. The company utilises a long association with its qualified instructors in its existing adult market to offer additional services for young people.
Compass Bridge is a registered charity which was formed in 2012 to offer alternative educational programmes and stimulating, fun and active learning opportunities to young people.
We offer high quality all inclusive residential and non-residential outdoor education experiences and group activity courses for all sectors of the community including residential school trips, colleges, youth groups, families and corporate groups. The Centre has been adapted to accommodate those with special needs and disabilities.
Carnegie Great Outdoors is a leading provider of outdoor education, adventure activities and leadership development. We have over ten years' experience working with individuals, groups, charities and corporate clients across the UK and overseas.
High Borrans is North Tyneside Council's outdoor education centre set amidst some of the Lake District's most spectacular scenery, 3 miles from Windermere. With the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks on our doorstep we are able to offer a huge variety of activities and outdoor experiences.
From walking in the Yorkshire Dales, to mountaineering in the Lake District, Muddy Boots helps you or your group get from A to B with navigational assistance and training.
Our centres at Pensarn Harbour & Bryn-y-Moel are set in fantastic locations: nestled in between the vast unspoilt beaches of the Cambrian coast and the wild beauty of the Rhinog mountain range, the centres are truly set in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park.
Beddgelert is undoubtedly Snowdonia’s loveliest village. A place of legend, culture and history; yet rich with activities, adventures and attractions. It is a beautiful place to visit, and an event better place to stay for a holiday.
The Centre is set within 35 acres of beautiful mixed woodland, much of which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and includes some rare species of plant. From the top of the woods there are panoramic views over the Conwy Estuary to Snowdonia and Anglesey. And being in the rain shadow of the mountains means we have a lot of sun!
Test your nerve by journeying through a mountain via a series of exciting adventurous challenges. Try your hand at zip-lining over water or climbing up a vertical shaft, boat across a lake, traverse over an abyss, scale a waterfall or abseil your way down to the deepest point in Snowdonia!
The activities are well managed by experienced and qualified instructors. It is impossible to eliminate all risk, however through experience and following best practice and national guidelines we do our utmost to ensure your safety and keep risks to a minimum.
Adventure Training North East will give you an adventure to remember in Northumberland, Yorkshire, the North Pennines, the Lake District, or even the Costa Blanca, Spain.
Gareth Haldenby is the lead instructor and is based in the Yorkshire area. Having over ten years experience in outdoor education, Gareth will ensure you have an outstanding experience, tailoring delivery to meet personal aspirations.
Yorkshire Dales Guides provides a range of caving, climbing and walking activities. Instructors are fully qualified and lead instructor Dave Gallvian holds a Mountain Rescue Casualty Care Certificate as well as holding an up to date First Aid Certificate.
Following our hosting of the white water canoeing at the London2012 Olympics, development and expansion work has recently been completed at Lee Valley White Water Centre. There are now improved facilities for the 2014 season including more changing rooms, an expanded café with a bigger outdoor terrace area and the new Pavilion in the park which includes the Finish Line Café.
Our activities take place in the fresh air in spectacular locations. It's all about giving young people fantastic real-world experiences - no fake climbing walls in sight!
Spectacular Victorian Gothic Revival house with gardens and parkland. A fine Victorian country house created by one of England's richest commoners, William Gibbs, who built his fortune on fertiliser.
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