Key Stage 5 (17+)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
At Key Stage 5, pupils have a range of options available to them; A Levels, Baccalaureates (both English and International), BTECs and Scottish Higher National Certificates/Diplomas are just some of the qualifications open to the 17-18 age-group.
School trips can become even more tailored to suit interests at this level as student groups become smaller and more specialised. For example, one of the ultimate visits for sixth form scientists would be to the Cern Centre (Conseil Européen pour la Recherche Nucléaire) near Geneva, where scientists are daily investigating the fundamental structure of the universe.
Suitable Venues
The New Vic is Staffordshire's award-winning theatre-in-the-round.
The New Vic delivers a programme of international-class work made with local audiences in mind. And, through an extensive community involvement, is helping to make our community a better, safer and more inspiring place to live and work.
Make a splash in a canoe at Tittesworth Water, scale the heights at The Roaches, or get your pulse racing on a mountain bike.
A pretty reserve set within a secluded river valley, with flower rich grassland and ancient woodland. Plenty of nature for the kids to enjoy, from butterflies and bees, to bare ground and boggy bits!
Stroll along a magical stream and listen to the soothing sound of water as you look out for the many birds and wildflowers that can be found here.
Ford Green Hall is a 17th century timber-framed farmhouse complete with period garden. An award-winning museum, the Hall offers visitors a fascinating insight into the life of the 17th century. The rooms are furnished with an outstanding collection of textiles, ceramics and furniture.
WaterWorld attracts over 400,000 visitors a year making it a leading visitor attraction in North Staffordshire & the UK’s No.1 indoor tropical aqua park!
Indoor rock climbing is a fun and enjoyable way to exercise and an excellent way to keep fit and healthy. We have always strived to offer the best indoor climbing experience - friendly staff, interesting routes, centre cleanliness.
here are over 900 square metres of bouldering to keep you happy for many, many visits!
Schools have been coming to Stanley Head for almost 60 years and this is still our main customer group hosting between two and ten schools almost every week of the school term and during school holidays. Most schools visit us for 5 days making the most of our full-board accommodation. However, we can design a programme to suit your needs starting from three-hour sessions up to full weeks.
Our instructors have been providing adventurous outdoor activities since 1992. Offering training and technical support to the outdoor industry, the activities we offer are run under National Government Body Guidelines and certified by the relevant Organisations.
A tropical water paradise 65m dragon slide, plus rapids, fountains, spas, whirlpool, cascade pools and lots more!
We offer the following in our swimming pools:
Leisure swim - A tropical water paradise with "Dino", our 65 metre dragon slide, rapids, fountains, spas, whirlpool, cascade pools and lots more fun for everyone.
Aerial Extreme is a high ropes adventure course involving a series of challenging obstacles set at varying heights above the ground. You'll find yourself tackling fun obstacles such as rope bridges, scramble nets, zip wires, swinging logs and balance beams, plus many more!
A specialist in outdoor activities, Pro Active Adventure has been delivering high quality outdoor adventure holidays since 2000. We are recognised leaders in Outdoor Education, Activity Holidays, Adrenaline Adventure Activities and MIAS mountain bike instructor courses.
Etruria Industrial Museum is the last steam-powered potters’ mill in Britain. The mill is ‘in steam’ several times a year when the 1903 boiler is fired and historic machinery can be seen working. Situated in a pleasant location at the junction of the Trent & Mersey, and Caldon Canals the museum is also a perfect stop-off for walkers, cyclists and boaters.
West Reservoir Water Sports Centre is a water sports and environmental education centre which is located in a picturesque corner of Stoke Newington. The centre provides the opportunity to take part in sailing and kayaking for adults and children under the watchful eye of expert instructors. The centre is operated by a charity social enterprise, Greenwich Leisure Limited (GLL).
An exciting indoor karting circuit that can be enjoyed by all ability levels. Kids get to drive a specially designed kart that can have the power limited remotely until their skills and confidence have increased. For ages 8 and older.
Boasting sensationally speedy, but child friendly indoor go-karts that are specially designed to allow kids to race at their own pace.
The Lord Leycester Hospital is not now, and has never been, a medical establishment. The word ‘hospital’ is used in its ancient sense meaning “a charitable institution for the housing and maintenance of the needy, infirm or aged”.
The ruins at Weoley Castle are over 700 years old and are the remains of the moated medieval manor house that once stood here. The site has been inhabited from the 12th century and, according to the Domesday Book, was part of the estates of William Fitz Ansculf. Weoley changed hands several times between 1485 and 1531 when it began to fall into disrepair.
Our Aim is to educate and to provide memorable and challenging experiences, to all age groups, no matter what their level of ability and fitness.
Trains run on regular dates throughout the year offering visitors a chance to board and admire the trains.
Baggeridge Country Park is a beautiful area of countryside on the doorstep of the Black Country. Being set back from the roads, its secluded delights are revealed to you as you explore further. The creation of today's scenery however, is very diverse.
An opportunity to travel the complete length of Dudley Tunnel and also visit Dudley's famous Limestone Mines.
An opportunity to travel the complete length of Dudley Tunnel and also visit Dudley's famous Limestone Mines, at the Dudley Canal Trust.
At RKE, we specialise in delivering the Expedition section of the Award, but our staff will be happy to advise on all other Sections, since our years of involvement with DofE are long and our experience extensive.
Fun pool with flume, bubble beds and more features; heated outdoor pool and kiddie gym.
Aqua Vale Swimming and Fitness Centre has an excellent range of facilities including: 25 Metre, 8 Lane Competition Swimming Pool; Leisure Waters (Flume, Spa, Bubble Beds and Lazy River) and 20 Metre Heated Outdoor Pool.
A play area for younger kids as well as a 'teen' play area, new tennis courts, a multi-use games area and a bowls green. There is also a skatepark facility, but the park still remains a green and tranquil place close to the town centre.
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