www.rygoutdoor.co.uk

Rhos Y Gwaliau is based on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park

Where is RYG?

RYG – About us

• A brief history – Originally the village primary school, RYG first became an outdoor centre in the early 70’s . The centre was then run by Mid Glamorgan L.E.A. before being taken on by The Rhos-Y-Gwaliau Outdoor Education Trust. This Trust worked in conjunction with Berkshire unitary authorities. 8 years ago the centre faced closure and was taken on by staff members to be run as a private business. RYG still supports many Berkshire schools and continues to maintain a very strong educational ethos.

Safety• Rhos y Gwaliau has a proven safety record over

more than 30 years.• It has been inspected and approved by the

Adventurous Activities Licensing Authority (AALA).• It employs well qualified, highly motivated teachers

and instructors.• RYG holds the “Gold Standard” quality badge in

outdoor education.

Our Strengths• Staff - Our instructors are experienced outdoor practitioners and

qualified to a high standard. For them it is a full time career choice and a passion. Children visiting the centre are able to work with the same instructor throughout the course, building a rapport with them. We find this makes teaching more purposeful as activities can be tailored, and challenge or support given more effectively. We see amazing changes in children throughout their stay which make us extremely proud.

• Quality – RYG has recently been awarded The “Gold Standard” in outdoor Education. This quality badge is awarded by the AHOEC (Association of Heads of Outdoor Education Centres) as recognition, not only of safety but of the highest quality instruction and provision in terms of the experience offered. This award also encompasses the “Learning Outside the Classroom” quality badge and the “Adventuremark”.

…and More

• Off site activities in the great outdoors• Opportunities for children to develop many skills

including: independence, self esteem and being part of a team

• Children are encouraged to challenge themselves and try new things. Have a go!

• We celebrate success..sometimes the smallest steps are the biggest!

• Opportunities for children to review their learning and experiences

• Due to its small size only one school group is on site at a time.

Staff

Ed Jones – Director

Paul - InstructorLucy -

Instructor

Lewis - Trainee

Sigrid - Trainee

Gill - Instructor

Domestic Staff

LindaSecretary

SimonChef

MaryDomestic duties

Healthy Eating

• The centre provides a range of popular, healthy and nutritionally balanced meals.

• The centre aims to use fresh produce and serve home cooked meals as much as possible.

• Biscuits are freshly baked every day for supper.• There is always plenty of fruit, which children can

help themselves to at any time.• Special dietary requirements are well catered for.• The RYG kitchen has received top marks for food

hygiene. (July 2011)

* Leave School 9.30am Sunday

* Arrive RYG 2.30pm Sunday

* Leave RYG 10.00 Saturday

* Arrive School 3.00 pm Saturday

* Travel while at the centre is by mini bus.

* All driving is done by PCV qualified drivers.

* RYG holds a coach operators licence.

Travel

A Typical Day

• 7.30am Get up. Dormitory inspection• 8.00am Breakfast• 9.00am Duties• 9.30am Morning meeting• 9.40am – 4.15pm Activities• 4.15pm – 5.30 Showers / Free time• 5.30pm Dinner• 7.00pm Evening Session• 9.00pm Supper• 9.00pm Bedtime and lights out

Activities

Climbing

Ropes Course

We can’t guarantee snow or sun !

Mountain Walk

Mining

Canoeing

Kayaking Kayaking

Gorge scramble

Sailing

Sailing

Orienteering

What equipment will the centre provide?

• Windproof fleece

• Waterproofs• Walking boots• Wellies• Rucksack

See our website for a full kit list

Fit for Purpose?

Warm and dry!

Just A Few Comments

“For children like ours , outdoor and adventurous activities are absolutely vital in enabling them to explore other talents– a chance to ‘shine’ and develop determination, self esteem and team spirit. All of them came away with a great feeling of success , which then impacts on their achievements in school because they are more willing to ‘have a go’ even when they find things difficult”.

Bev Revie Headteacher

New Christ Church CE Primary School

A very well organised centre, with professional, friendly and considerate staff.

Little Heath School

We have had a wonderful week. It has been really pleasing to see the children grow in confidence and form supportive teams as the week progressed. Englefield Primary

My week at Rhos y Gwaliau has cr ea ted a deep impression on me and I wish to return at sometime, at least by the same time next year. The value of the experience for all concerned is almost certainly immeasurable and will continue to have a long lasting effect upon all participants. Mr R Kellow RYLA 2001

I came nervously and was certainly helped by the staff’s calm and knowledgeable approach. What teachers at Rhos y Gwaliau offer children through their expertise, knowledge and commitment could not be offered in the classroom. Mr D Atwell Dedworth Middle School

Teaching was excellent, the children did not have the opportunity to become bored or disinterested and were active for most of the day. We are delighted that the children are both confident to try new experiences and far more mature. They return full of confidence and are prepared to work as part of team. Claycotts School

I’ve learned many new leadership skills which I hope to use. Chris I would definitely recommend it. Jess I have learned to think more about the needs and feelings of other members of the team and perhaps I’m not always right about everything. Martyn RYLA evaluation 2001