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

Longridge provides a range of exciting water sports and land-based activities aimed at young people of all abilities.

Forty Hall is a Grade 1 listed Jacobean Manor House, nestled in leafy Enfield and set amidst pleasure gardens, ancient royal parkland, majestic trees, lakes and watercourses.

We provide all year round Adventure activities, outdoor pursuits & paintball, near to Bowness and Team building events near to Ambleside & Lake Windermere, kayaking on Coniston Water, gorge walking & canyoning in Eskdale  and rock climbing in Langdale.

Easy access to scenic mountains, tranquil lakes, awe-inspiring coastlines and breath-taking rivers. They pride themselves on their outstanding ability to deliver a wide range of high quality outdoor education programmes with a variety of activities to suit all ages and abilities.

It is a sad fact that some young people experience placement breakdown with no appropriate alternative readily available. Reflexions Response is designed to meet the immediate needs of both young people and the placing authorities by providing an immediate place of safety and a holistic ninety day assessment to inform future placement planning.

Anglesey Adventures is an adventure activity company that provides adventure days and breaks on Anglesey and throughout North Wales. If you are looking for an outdoor experience with a difference then our adventure breaks will not disappoint you.

New in 2010, this activity centre is like nothing you’ve seen before! 

Formerly a four-star hotel, Liddington offers a unique adventure centre experience. There are over 150 acres of grounds to accommodate the latest and greatest range of activities! 

The site is so large and has so many activities you’ll find it hard to come across the same activity twice!

We cater both for the total beginner trying a new activity for the first time, together with the more experienced wishing to develop their personal skills and expand their horizons.

If you are interested in gaining coaching qualifications we offer training and assessment for many National Governing Body Coaching Awards.

New to PGL in 2009, this impressive Grade 2 listed Mansion House is set in 21 acres of grounds on the Sussex Downs. 

Only 2 hours from central London, 1 hour from the M25, 45 minutes from Brighton and 1 hour from the Channel Tunnel.

Riverside is ideally located for activities based on the water, our programme also includes opportunities for climbing, hiking, team building, orienteering, camping and bushcraft.

The Oxford Canoe and Kayak Club meet at the centre.

Excellent water facilities, accommodation, a campsite, Family Fun Park, Life Fitness Gym and marvellous nature trails for cycling and walking.

We love outdoor adventure activities, and we want to show you why we love them. Our Isle of Wight Adventure Activities are based across the whole of the Isle of Wight with its surf beaches, wooded hill sides, exposed downs, cliffs and more!

This delightful French château was built in 1714. It is situated in 40 acres of beautiful parkland, with its own private lake. 

Colwick Park Adventure Centre was built in 2005 to provide adventurous activities and environmental education for young people in Nottingham.

Explore history, art & design, technology and much more through our fascinating collections.

CRS Adventures is a family run outdoor activities centre run by the Sell family.

Situated in the heart of Cardiff’s elegant civic centre, today it houses Wales’s national archaeology, art, geology and natural history collections as well as major touring and temporary exhibitions.

360 Beach and Watersports is a unique multisport facility situated at the heart of Swansea Bay, a stunning natural resource that lends itself to both land and water based activity. 360 opened in September 2012 and offers opportunities for individuals and groups of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to get involved with a range of sports and activities.

Brighton Marina Lagoon Watersports offers activities that are suitable for individuals, groups, and families and provide a unique way to view Brighton and Hove from the sea. Whether visiting the city or a resident of Brighton you will have an unforgettable experience.

Since 1997 we have aimed high to offer you a fully inclusive adventure package that will encompass the full spirit of an adventure experience. We have a vast portfolio of exciting adventures which cater for all of our client needs. 

At our PGL centre, as well as recently constructed accommodation, dining room and indoor activity zone, there are more than 20 activities all situated on site. Marchants is also the only centre to have the awesome new Powerfan freefall activity!

Prepare to get snorkelling!

Our Mill Rythe activity centre on Hayling Island, Hampshire, is the perfect location for enjoying a waterside adventure.

Situated in nine acres of parkland on the doorstep of the beautiful Peak District, this centre includes superb watersports facilities

With the beautiful Peak District on its doorstep, this friendly and inclusive centre provides the ideal destination for younger students to experience the great outdoors within a secure environment

Watersports centre on the Scout Dike reservoir, adjacent to the centre, offering exciting activities including canoeing and raft building

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