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Autumn update 2022

The Big Return

2022 has been a big year for L&E.  We hadn’t been able to offer any in-person programmes since 2019 and we were desperate to get back to doing what we do best.  It has been tough time for everyone but particularly young people.  Cultural and adventurous experiences have been few and far between these past couple of years and so it was incredibly important that we were able to operate.  This year certainly wasn’t without it’s challenges but with the energy and enthusiasm of both staff and students we were able to successfully navigate a wonderful year!

World Camp UK

World Camp UK at Aysgarth School returned this summer and was a huge success.  Lots of old and new faces connecting from all over the world.  We had over 20 different nationalities from 6 continents all embracing and learning from each other.  A lot of old activities returned as well as some exciting new ones including the Open Minds course and Wilderness experience.  Our older teens were challenged to investigate and interrogate the world around them, challenge themselves creatively and consider new perspectives.  They also experienced an incredible night under the stars on their Wilderness Experience.

All our International students embraced the British culture and improved their English and our local children learnt so much about other cultures.

Soccer Camp

L&E continued the tradition of working with professional football clubs and this summer we were delighted to work with Manchester City.  Tzeachten Under 16 Girls Football Club from British Columbia, Canada were lucky enough to be coached by ex-pro and Manchester City Academy coach Ian Fitzpatrick.  The girls had elite sessions every day plus 2 matches including the Manchester City Under 17 Educational Team at Manchester Regional Arena overlooked by the Etihad Stadium.  The girls enjoyed a tour of the stadium plus a unique opportunity to see the training facilities.

Teen Travel

Teen Travel UK was also back and our tours were a triumph.  We had teens from the US, Canada, France, Thailand, Italy, Spain and UK all gain invaluable life skills and gain a love for the history and beauty of Britain.  Our travellers learnt how to manage a budget, how to negotiate and how to adapt to different situations all whilst making sold friendships along the way.

It was also the first time students were able to combine the Teen Travel and World Camp experiences which made for a unique experience.

2023

Following a successful return we are delighted to announce our 2023 schedule. 

• 25th June – 8th July, 2023: Teen Travel UK Tour, England (14-17), Scotland & Wales
• 9th July – 22nd July, 2023: World Camp UK (8-15), Aysgarth School
• 23rd July – 5th August, 2023: World Camp UK (8-15), Aysgarth School
• 6th August – 19th August, 2023: Teen Travel UK Tour (14-17), England, Scotland & Wales

All experiences are in 2 weeks blocks and our 14 and 15 year olds can combine Teen Travel & World Camps.  All transfers are included between programmes.  

A 15% Deposit is due to confirm the reservation. Payment plans are available.

Limited places

To ensure the highest quality of experience we will be strict on limiting the amount of children from any one non-English speaking country so please be aware that countries such as France, Spain, Germany and Italy will sell out very quickly.

Early Booking Discount

If families make the reservation before 1st December, 2022 they will receive a 10% discount.

UK, Canadian & U.S. Schools

During the past year we have helped many families find a suitable school for an international educational experience.  We have a thorough knowledge of UK Schools and have placed dozens of students since 2009.  Now we have an office in Vancouver we have developed relationships with a few select schools, not just in Canada but also the U.S.  

This is a free service to families who have attended an L&E programme.  We are able to offer a unique service with our personal experience of both student and school which is invaluable and beneficial to all concerned.  Consultancy can be extended to friends and family so please feel free to make referrals.

L&E back on the road

Now that we are able to travel a little more freely again we will be returning to making a few trips throughout the year visiting countries to talk to families about our programmes and services.

• Berlin: 30th October – 1st November
• London: 2nd November
• Dubai: 13th – 16th February
• New York: 15th-16th April

If your children have attended and enjoyed an L&E experience please “Spread the Word”.

Sharing this email, website link, instagram etc all helps.

We are also always happy to add locations and dates to our “Road Trip” so if you have friends and family interested in meeting with us then let us know!

5 reasons why every child should go to summer camp!

Here at L&E we firmly believe that ‘Happy Children Thrive’ so that’s what we try to create a happy, inclusive, fun and unforgettable camp.  We want your children to return to you with a new found sense of adventure, a long list of new friends and with a MASSIVE smile on their face!

1. To have many ‘firsts’

There are many firsts at camp.  Some children have never been away from home before, some have never scuba dived or abseiled and some have never sang songs under the stars.  Enjoying a ‘first’ is special enough but doing it whilst away from home is even more special.  Your children will come back with many stories of camp and every story is an achievement and with each achievement they grew slightly taller as a result.

5 reasons why every child should go to summer camp!

2. To develop social skills

All throughout camp children find themselves in new situations with children they have never met before.  Not only will they learn how to effectively communicate they will learn leadership skills and how to work in a team.  With new responsibilities they will work with their new found friends to get the most out of camp.  Our three rules at camp are ‘be kind, be kind, be kind’.  We feel that children become more understanding after spending time within the L&E community.  

3. Physical activity is on the schedule!

Each and every day the children have the opportunity to spend time outdoors.  The L&E day is split into 3 parts which gives children the opportunity to be outside doing activities – some of the children even use their downtime to play outside.  This structured and unstructured time spent in the fresh air is just what the doctor ordered.

5 reasons why every child should go to summer camp!

4. Unplug from technology

We know how important limiting screen time is and here at camp we fully understand that.  Your children are very welcome to bring their phones to camp however we will look after them for the duration of their stay with us. Each day after dinner for around 30 minutes there is an opportunity for every child to get their phone to call home – this is the extent of the children’s phone use over the week!!

5 reasons why every child should go to summer camp!

5. Gain a sense of adventure 

There are so many different types of activities to choose from at camp, from abseiling to climbing, scuba diving to kayaking, geocaching to scavenger hunts.  And it isn’t just during the activities where that ‘spark’ can occur, a song sung around the campfire can be just as magical.  

The list could go on and on!!!  Summer camps truly are a special place for children to learn many skills and make friends for life.

Julie Dickson, April 2018

Happy 2017!

A look back at 2016 and a look ahead to Spring & Summer 2017…

2016 was another wonderful year for L&E but we think Summer 2017 will be even better.

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Highlights included:

• The online viral campaign that brought back Lenny the Landrover
• The opening of our first camp in Madrid
• Over 400 children attending our famous Summer Camps in the UK
• Many school groups enjoying L&E Cultural & Language Trips across Europe.
• Securing our third venue in the UK but first in the South of England for Summer 2017
• Securing our second venue in Spain for Spring 2017
• Several awards for our unrivalled Teen Travel programme
• Director, Sam Ridgway gaining his Ski Instructor qualifications (maybe a clue for the next L&E venture!!)