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Pupil Aims of the Visit
To recognise the cultural and social
aspects of Germany
 To use language skills in “real” situations
 To have fun!
 To sample some German food and drink
 To do some Christmas Shopping
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Agenda
Group composition
 Travel arrangements
 Accommodation
 Itinerary
 Remote supervision
 Code of conduct
 Insurance
 Clothing/Bags
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Pocket money
 Medication
 Passports / EHIC
 Any Questions?
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Group Composition
65 pupils
 7 staff
 Staff/Pupil ratio of 1:9
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Members of Staff
Mr Dearden (Group Leader)
 Mrs Rahman
 Ms Hall
 Mr Jimenez
 Mrs Kitchener
 Mr Kaziro
 Mr Modi
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Travel Arrangements
Friday 16th December – Outbound Journey
 Pupils arrive at school car park at 5.30am
 Coach leaves promptly at 5.45am
 Coach to Dover via motorway
 Channel crossing with P&O Ferries
 Coach to Cologne via motorway
 (stops throughout journey for refreshments)
 Arrival at hotel for evening meal
Travel Arrangements
Sat 17th December – Return Journey
 Coach to Calais via motorway
 Channel crossing via train
 Coach to Bingham via motorway
 (stops throughout journey for refreshments)
 Arrival at school car park at approx. 9am
Coach Company
Holds correct licence to travel in Europe
 Holds suitable levels of insurance
 Has a suitable maintenance regime
 Coach has seatbelts fitted to each seat
 Driver has been police checked and holds
current and suitable driving licence
 Double Decker Executive Coach with DVD
player and reclining seats!!
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Coach Company
Ferry Company
P&O Ferries
 Subject to stringent safety regulations
 Group list handed to reception upon
boarding
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Train Company
Eurotunnel
 Subject to stringent safety regulations
 Shorter crossing overnight
 Chance for pupils to stretch legs, toilet
stop or keep up on sleeping!
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Accommodation
A & O Hotel, Neumarkt, Köln
 Rooms of 2-3 pupils with staff on same
floor
 Keys available to lock rooms at night
 24 hour hotel staffed reception
 Bar area for buying soft drinks
 Restaurant
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Accommodation
Fire-safety
 General security
 Safety of accommodation
 Suitable food preparation facilities
 Cleanliness and general appearance
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Itinerary
Friday 16th December
 Dinner at the Hotel
 Late evening visit to the first Christmas
Market
Itinerary
Saturday 17th December
 Visit to Cologne Cathedral
 Kaufhof Shopping Challenge
 Chocolate Factory Tour
 Shopping
 Ice Skating
 Christmas Markets
Remote Supervision
Short periods of time when pupils will be
given:
 Clear guidelines as to what activities are
permitted
 Information about how to contact members of
staff in the activity area who can reach the
group promptly
 Clear and understandable boundaries in
regards to conduct and time deadlines
 Instructions to remain in groups of four or
more
Remote Supervision
Likely in the following areas:
 travelling on the ferry
 during free time in the hotel
 Kaufhof Shopping
 Ice-Skating
Code of Conduct
Applies at all times during the trip
 For the enjoyment and safety of the
whole group
 Please read through carefully with your
son/daughter
 Sign to indicate you agree with code and
that your child will follow it
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Luggage
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ONE rucksack/handbag for the day in Cologne
- packed lunch
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ONE small bag for
- change of clothes
- toiletries
Clothing and Equipment
School Uniform is not needed!
 Smart/Casual/Comfortable clothes and shoes
 Waterproof coat
 Hat/scarf/gloves
 Warm jumper/Sweatshirt/Fleece
 Overnight clothes for travel back to the UK
 All toiletries
 European Plug Adapters
 Sleeping bag/duvet/pillow
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Pocket Money
Recommended €20
 For buying souvenirs, gifts, snacks etc.
 Pupils will be responsible for their own
money during the trip
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Medication
Please label clearly with child’s name,
dosage and when it should be taken
 Can be handed to group leader on
Friday morning for safe-keeping
 Please see or contact Mr Dearden if this
is the case
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Passports
All pupil passports will be looked after by
a member of staff during the trip
 A photocopy of each passport will be
made prior to the trip as a form of ID for
pupils to carry at all times
 They will be returned when we return to
school on Sunday 18th December
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EHIC Card
The European Health Insurance Card
(EHIC) allows you to access stateprovided healthcare at a reduced cost or
sometimes free of charge
 Would be treated on the same basis as
a resident of Germany
 They will be returned when we return to
school on Sunday 18th December
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Telephone Tree
In case of early/late return or emergency
during the trip
 Will be sent home with pupils on
Wednesday 14th December
 Thank you to main contact volunteers
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Any questions?