KS2 Year 5 and 6 Cross Curriculum – Survivial

The course normally runs 10am – 2.30pm. There will be an approx. 30 min lunch slot, the timing will depend on the final agreed course programme.

Pre Visit / Prior Learning

• No prior knowledge is required to attend this day.

Optional

• Information on what we need to survive, how long can we survive without water and food?
• What makes good teamwork? How can you help your team be successful?

Welcome and Introduction

• Introduction to the day
• Group discussion on what they know about survival what are the most important things we need to survive.
• Toilets and snacks before heading outside.

Morning Session -

Skills we need to survive.

• The children will explore how we know what is in our environment, what signs and clues animals leave behind with our animal tracks activity.
• The Children will be split into 3 groups and take part in 3 activities on a rotation.
  Firelighting - Using natural materials to fire light, what can we find, what properties are we looking for, can we successfully light them (this activity is subject to weather conditions).
  Building traps and ways to catch our food - Using natural resources the children will problem solve to design their own traps and ways to collect food.
  Resources - The group will find and make decisions on what resources they need for their group; will they choose the right ones and survive?

Afternoon Session

Team building survival challenge.

• With natural resources and only a few small items, each class will be split into smaller groups. Each group will be set a challenge;
  - To build a waterproof shelter,
  - A way to collect rainwater
  - A way to signal for help.
• Each group will have opportunities to test their shelters, share their ideas and present them to the class.

Depart

Future Learning/Follow up

• Children will be able to discuss their first-hand learning experiences. They can use these experiences for creative writing, displays and posters.

Design Technology

• Evaluate their ideas and products against their own design criteria and consider the views of others to improve their work.
• Apply their understanding of how to strengthen, stiffen and reinforce more complex structures.

• Develop personal skills
• Have fun
• Be inspired by a passion for the subject
• Build friendships

Customer Information
Details of how to book, terms and conditions, policies and procedures, including risk assessments, can be found on our website here.

Variation
The outline shown is indicative. Whilst we do our best to deliver the agreed programme, we sometimes must change the programme due to for example, weather, access to sites, or staffing issues. Most changes are insignificant and will not affect your trip.

Liaison
This programme is designed to meet the curriculum/specification requirements.
Prior to your visit, one of the Tutors leading your group will be in touch via email. This is an opportunity for us to find out more about the group and to make small adjustments to meet your groups needs.

Tuition
Tuition is delivered by Field Studies Council Tutors, with an expert knowledge of the subject and fieldwork locations, and a passion for the subject being taught. The education team are DBS checked, and undergo regular training including in first aid, water safety and risk assessments.

Transport
There is no requirement for transport during the day. All activities take place on site or within walking distance.

Teaching Groups
Your group will be divided into an agreed number of taught groups at the point of booking. This may not match your normal classes. Please subdivide the taught group into subgroups in advance of your visit, discuss with the Tutor at liaison how many subgroups are required.

Teachers and supporting adults
The school should provide teachers and support staff, or parents, to meet minimum ratios per teaching group. Teachers and adults are expected to participate and support the student's learning. Teachers are expected to manage behaviour & support group management, and to supervise break and lunch times.

What to bring
A kit list can be found on our website here. Please adjust this based on the weather conditions. Ensure the group bring lunch and plenty to drink.

Clothing and footwear
Appropriate outdoor clothing (and waterproofs) should be worn, taking into account the weather forecast. The group will be outside most of the day, even in wet weather. It is advised that long trousers are worn, even on sunny days due to the presence of ticks. We advise wearing sensible footwear – trainers or walking boots that can get muddy.