Outdoor educational trips

As an ex teacher of KS1 and Early Years I have to say that no school trips were a ‘jolly’ for me. I used to breath a huge sigh of relief when it was all over and no one was lost, hurt, or worse.
At this particular time I would think it unwise to do off site activities.

This is not the time to attempt to reinstate school trips, far too risky for staff and others involved. In any case, the exam regulations have taken the loss of these practical components into account.
Yes, it is a shame for children to miss out on the experiences, but it is such hard work for the staff,
I remember cutting back from trips to France. All the girls thanked us as they got off the bus on our return, but hardly any parents did.

Coming back, not cutting back.

Never ever a jolly for teachers that I have experienced, but so rewarding to see children blossoming and having different experiences.
Sadly, the high cost and the threat of Covid will mean that children are denied this.

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