Nationally accredited training for leaders of Educational Visits

Training for Confident and Competent Educational Visit Leaders

It is essential for schools and settings to have confident, competent leaders who can make dynamic risk assessments and respond promptly and effectively in emergency situations. This training is relevant for staff leading a wide range of activities, including:

• Forest School sessions on site
• Stream dipping in local areas
• Duke of Edinburgh expeditions
• Trips to London museums
• Overseas visits such as Battlefields or Sports tours

Leading National Governing Bodies in adventure education have shared insights from serious incidents, highlighting key themes that are highly relevant to educational visits. You can read the full article here 
Learning Through Loss – Mountain Training

Emerging themes across incidents include:

1. Lack of risk assessment or poor implementation
2. Questionable competence and experience of instructors
3. Participants not fully understanding the demands of the activity

To address these concerns, a practical training course has been developed to equip staff with the skills and confidence needed to lead safe and successful educational visits.

Course Details:

• Date: Thursday 6 November
• Location: Oxford Sailing Club, Farmoor Reservoir
• Format: Full-day course combining classroom-based and practical elements
• Topics Covered: Safety in woodlands, near water, on roads, in vehicles, and in public access spaces

Booking and Further Information - Visit Leader Training

Alternatively, if you would like to arrange a bespoke Visit Leader training session at your school, options include half-day, full-day, and twilight briefings.

To enquire or book a tailored session, contact mike.fawcett@oxfordshire.gov.uk