Project weeks and partnership projects 2011
Lee Valley Regional Orienteering Competition (for schools)
Thursday 5th July 2012
Is your school up for a challenge? The Lee Valley Regional Orienteering Competition is now in its sixth year. Secondary schools (year 9 to 13 pupils) from across the region are invited to explore the Lee Valley Regional Park by testing their teamwork and navigation skills on part of our 15km orienteering course. Teams of four to six required. Map and compass provided.
Venue: Lee Valley Regional Park, Cheshunt Station Entrance, Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, Herts. (Nearest postcode) EN8 9AJ
Session Times: 10:00-13:00. There will be four designated ‘start times’ for teams – 10.00, 10.15, 10.30, and 10.45 (we will advise you of a suggested arrival time and start time on confirmation of your booking).
Suitable for: Years 9 to 13. The competition will comprise of two categories: Years 9-11 and Sixth form
No orienteering experience is necessary. Schools are required to identify groups of four to six students per team with a minimum of four.
Charge: Students: £2.00. Adults: No charge
Contact: To book or for more information please call the Youth & Schools Service on 08456 770 607
Farm Discovery Day
For special needs schools or students
Thursday 26 & Friday 27 April 2012
Discover the farm through sensory experiences, games and meeting our animals.
Planned activities include chicken feeding, lamb feeding, milking (a model cow), games,
quizzes, learning to care for pets and ferret racing. Special needs students of any age are
welcome, physical and learning special needs can be catered for.
Venue: Lee Valley Park Farms, Stubbins Hall Lane, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2EF
Sessions: 10:30 to 12:00 and 12.30 to 14.00
Suitable for: Special needs schools and groups
Charge: £4.30 per student (accompanying adults free)
Contact: For more information, to discuss your group’s learning needs and to book
please contact the Youth & Schools Service on 08456 770 607