Why Choose Lakeside YMCA?
We cover:
- 50+ activities
- Lake Windermere
- Private woodland
- Outdoor learning
- Experienced instructors
- All activities available on site
- Accommodation
- Catering
- Age-appropriate programmes
- Safety/accreditation
School Residential Activities in Cumbria
From Canoeing, Raft Building on Lake Windermere to climbing, archery and team-building challenges on land, pupils can take part in more than 50 outdoor activities during their residential at YMCA Lakeside. Here’s a flavour of what you might be doing when you arrive here at Lakeside YMCA.
- Long boat Sailing
- Canoeing
- Raft Building
- Archery
- Mountain Expedition
- King Swing
- Challenge Course
- Campfire and Barbeque
A typical day at Lakeside
A typical day at Lakeside involves breakfast, followed by a morning activity (either 1 x 3 hour activity, or 2 x 1.5 hour activities), lunch, an afternoon activity (1 x 3 hour or 2 x 1.5 hours), dinner, and a 1.5 hour evening activity.
We have over 50 activities to choose from. Call us and we will do our very best to get your favourites on your itinerary.
KS2 Learning outcomes
- Develop independence and self-confidence
- Explore and develop an understanding of effective communication skills
- Improve problem-solving skills in a fun and interactive way
- Enjoy and experience new adventures
- Develop the skills to become independent learners by taking responsibility for tasks and commitments
- Develop respect and responsibility for self, others and the natural environment
- Increase self-confidence through overcoming challenges in a supportive environment
Sample KS2 programme (PDF)
Sample KS2 programme (PDF)
KS3 Learning outcomes
- Develops and builds classmate relationships
- Learn the importance of working together.
- Support personal development, important life skills and growth.
- Encourages bonding, team-work and long-term friendship
- Understand more fully the school’s behavioural values and expectations
- Increase skills in working / collaborating with others, communication and planning
- Enjoy and experience new adventures
- Develop respect and responsibility for self, others and the natural environment
- Develop organisational skills and a sense of responsibility
- Cope with uncertainty and difficulty
- Establish new friendships and encourage respect for peers
