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Group adventures and time outdoors are more than just fresh air and fun. For young people, they can be powerful opportunities for growth, independence and real-world learning.  Whether it's a weekend residential, a summer camp for a group trip away, structured outdoor experiences help young people develop essential life skills that stay with them long after they return home.  For…

Secondary school is a time when young people are developing not just academically, but socially and emotionally too. While lessons in the classroom play an important role, experiences outside the usual school routine can help pupils grow in different ways. Team-based challenges are a great example of this. When students work together to solve problems, support one another, and reach…

Secondary school is a time of huge change for young people. Alongside academic learning, students are beginning to understand who they are, what they’re capable of, and how they interact with the world around them. While exam results and subject knowledge play an important role in education, the teenage years are also when many of the skills that shape adulthood…

PGL and Regatta Great Outdoors join forces to get more young people and families kitted out for adventure PGL, the UK’s biggest outdoor education provider has announced an extension of its partnership with Regatta Great Outdoors with the provision of 6,000 waterproof jackets and trousers for school visitors to its centres. Following on from its collaboration with PGL Kids' Camps…

For many families, school residential trips bring mixed emotions. There’s often excitement about new experiences, independence and friendships, but for parents of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), or additional support needs (ASN) in Scotland, those feelings can sit alongside very real worries. Will my child be supported properly? Will staff understand their needs? Will they cope away…

When we talk about preparing young people for the future, academic achievement is only part of the picture. While subjects like maths, English and science are essential, students also need confidence, resilience and practical abilities to navigate everyday life, learning and work. This is where life skills for students play a vital role. Life skills help young people manage challenges,…

Student wellbeing is now a real focus for schools, especially in secondary education. This is a time when young people are juggling academic pressure, changing friendships and a growing sense of independence, often all at once. While support in the classroom is essential, learning experiences outside the school gates can play a huge role in helping students feel more confident,…

Sport plays a huge role in young people’s lives. For many children and teenagers, it’s where friendships are made, confidence grows, and important life skills start to develop. Weekly training sessions and school PE lessons are a great foundation, but they often come with tight time slots and limited chances to really focus on improvement. That’s where residential camps can…

Football has always been part of school life, but it does far more than just get students moving. While PE lessons and after-school clubs provide a strong foundation, football coaching trips offer an opportunity to deepen and enrich that learning. These experiences give students dedicated time and space to refine their skills, build confidence, and strengthen teamwork in a focused…

Planning a secondary school residential trip is an exciting opportunity, but deciding when to go can often feel like the most difficult part. With curriculum pressures, exam timetables, attendance concerns and staff availability all to juggle, it’s rare that there’s a single date that suits everyone perfectly. The good news is that the best time for school residentials isn’t about…