YEAR 8 - TRIP
On Monday 5th March 2018 , staff and students left Limehurst Academy , very excited about their trip to PGL ’ s Caythorpe Court in Lincolnshire . From the energy echoing around the bus it was obvious this was going to be a fun packed trip . On arrival we were greeted in the usual PGL style with our very helpful and enthusiastic group leader , Adam .
After settling into our accommodation we were taken on a tour of the site . After lunch students got straight into the first activities which included Zip Wire , Challenge Course and Giants Swing . Students approached these activities with enthusiasm and worked well as a team . Some students managed to conquer their fear of heights on the Zip Wire , with a little encouragement from their peers , and felt a huge sense of achievement after showing such great resilience , this was brilliant to see . The afternoon was finished off with a campfire , where staff and students sang songs , told stories and learnt about fire safety in the countryside , this was a really nice activity to end the first day of the trip .
On Tuesday students woke really excited about the activities that were planned for the day ahead . This included Raft Building , Archery , Trapeze and Orienteering . Some ended up a little wet following the testing of their rafts however others were more successful and managed to remain dry while paddling across the lake . The Trapeze proved to be a test of willpower and bravery for many . A number of students flew to the top of the Trapeze pole in a fearless fashion and some managed to scramble up as high as they could , overcoming their fear of heights , this was fantastic to see . In the evening students participated in a very tactical game of Ambush with both staff and students working together to find other teams hidden in the woods , great fun was had by all .
Wednesday was a busy morning of orienteering and climbing . During the climbing session students learnt how to correctly use a harness , belay a rope and climb in a safe manor . When students had participated in their last activity we played games on the lawn outside the court house before lunch and our departure .
Both PGL and Limehurst staff were impressed with the students “ have a go ” and daring attitude , as well as the teamwork and encouragement provided by all students to those who were a little more fearful of certain activities . Some students enjoyed more of a leadership role throughout the trip and showed excellent communication and teamwork skills , well done !
A huge well done and thank you to all of the students involved in the Year 8 PGL Trip to Caythope Court 2018 on behalf of the Limehurst Academy staff , you were amazing !!!
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