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“George ‘grew up’ whilst he was away in Costa Rica. He met all the challenges head on, arriving home tired and

dirty but looking wonderful! He is not a natural team player but he has learnt that he can fit into and lead a team. When George arrived home he exclaimed that he had

‘found a new family’ in the expedition team.”Simon, Parent

Thomas Alleyne’s High School Costa Rica

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World Challenge ProgrammesTM excite and engage, stretch and challenge, provide new skills and open doors for the future. It is not just an amazing trip to another country but a whole developmental journey that starts long before students step on a plane.

Teachers and parents tell us their “children came back as adults”, others that “it’s the most powerful teambuilding experience available”. We’re committed to making memories that last a lifetime without burdening busy teachers.

ChallengeStudents are stretched beyond their comfort zones where learning outcomes are much more powerful as they overcome adversity, adapt to new environments, understand their strengths and weaknesses and manage problems successfully.

ParticipationWe encourage real student ownership of this whole experience. Months before they depart on expedition, they must plan and prepare as a team through a carefully crafted Build-up programme to develop increased responsibility, decision making and team working skills.

EnvironmentExploring new cultures and landscapes gives students a greater sense of perspective of their own. Students learn to have a greater respect for any environment, which could be trekking through the rainforest, greeting a Massai tribe, working in a classroom or contributing to family life.

The World Challenge ethosFounded in 1987, no other company in the world has come close to organising as many developmental overseas expeditions for schools as World Challenge. But our ethos remains unchanged and runs through everything we do...

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Why go on a school trip when you can go on a World Challenge? There are many reasons to choose World Challenge over the other providers claiming to be “just like World Challenge”.

No other provider offers the depth of learning outcomes delivered by our personal development syllabus, the scale of safety and back-up provided by the Operations Centre or the level of customer support provided to teachers, students and parents. The level of investment required to do this is simply out of reach of any small expedition provider.

Developing young people The World Challenge ProgrammeTM establishes a wide range of learning outcomes and can earn students up to 70 UCAS points. Our expedition leaders ‘lead from behind’, facilitating students to work as a self contained team so they can learn from mistakes and enjoy the personal rewards of success.

All inclusive No hidden fees, we guarantee no flight surcharges and you can keep the expedition tents we provide you with. We don’t even charge to enter the fundraising ‘Challenger Runs’.

Big is beautiful... at least in our industry anyway! Our size means we can offer better support and investment while our staff members only handle a small number of schools each. Your School Support Coordinator is there to help you, but we also have a Fundraising Support Team and a Customer Support Team to handle enquiries from students and parents, so you don’t have to. What’s more, every school has its own web portal with personal log-ins for everyone involved.

Why WorldChallenge?“Charlotte has been back two days and already we can see how much she has grown from the adventure. She says it was very hard at times, but is so proud of her achievements. Charlotte has told us that the World Challenge leader was truly inspirational: a motivating force who delegated the responsibility to the team, yet ultimately was in charge.”

Kate, parent Tring SchoolBorneo

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For more on why we’re different go to www.world-challenge.co.uk/unique


In safe hands Our comprehensive safety and back-up provision is what we’re renowned for. All aspects are covered from industry leading medical insurance, a 24-hr staffed Operations Centre, the latest satellite communications equipment, a rapid response team to fly out to you if needed and even our own Western Union Terminal. We keep all our back-up support in-house so we can promise to be there when you need us.

Great teacher benefitsNone of the usual school trip headaches, we liaise with parents, collate all monies and do all the risk assessments. We don’t drain school resources, including teachers’ time thanks to our School Support Coordinators. Of course teachers travel for free (1:8), can claim a free first aid course and also have access to a valuable CPD programme. Teachers also get the largest discounts on expedition clothing, kit and inoculations.

Expedition pedigree Since 1987, we’ve only ever organised expeditions for young people so all decisions are based on invaluable experience. No one has taken more young people trekking at altitude by a significant margin; we understand the risks, how to combat them and crucially how to deal with the unexpected.

“The expedition enables me to interact with students in a different way from in school; they get a lot out of the programme, which is rewarding for teachers; helping to convey the World Challenge ethos is valuable; and I get to see another country for a month, which I might not otherwise visit.”

Mark, School Leader Tormead School Costa Rica, Bolivia, China and Chile


The World Challenge ProgrammeTM starts when students sign up and it builds through the months (on average about 15) before departure. It continues through careful facilitation during the expedition and is then rounded up when they return through reviewing, certification and joining an alumni network so friendships can continue for a lifetime.

World Challenge and the National Curriculum Our content rich Programme covers all eight Cross Curriculum Dimensions of the National Curriculum, the Personal Learning and Thinking Skills Framework as well as Learning Outside the Classroom and Curriculum for Excellence. We encourage successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors, all without being an administrative nightmare for teachers.

Earn 70 UCAS points Students have the opportunity to earn up to 70 UCAS points (ASDAN Certificate of Personal Effectiveness - Level 3). All information for students is available online and we even help moderate portfolios so you don’t have to.

ASDAN Universities Award Every student completing the World Challenge ProgrammeTM automatically gains an ASDAN Universities Award.

International Baccalaureate Our programme can be used to fulfil the Creativity, Action and Service and Extended Essay elements of the IB Diploma.

Learning outcomes

A World Challenge is so much more than an expedition and sets out to achieve two key aims:1. To prepare students for adulthood by opening

their eyes to the real world and giving them the attitude and ability to embrace it

2. To facilitate valuable skills development linked to the National Curriculum*

* And Curriculum for Excellence in Scotland

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For more on learning outcomes go to www.world-challenge.co.uk/outcomes


World Challenge was advocating life skill development long before ‘Every Child Matters’ and ‘Learning Outside the Classroom’ so all these years’ experience has given us a great head start. Communication, teamwork, leadership, risk management, negotiation, delegation and money management are all central to the World Challenge ProgrammeTM.

These life skills are recognised by FE Colleges, Universities and employers as being of significant value and the name ‘World Challenge’ on a CV has been proved to add great weight to any application (United Learning Trust research).

International School Award and HTI Go for it! Award Help your school earn either or both of these two Awards by completing a World Challenge ProgrammeTM. Ask us for details.

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“The expedition and the people we’ve met have been so inspiring.

It’s given me a lot of motivation to get through the last year of school

and out into the world and real life! It’s made me excited about my future

and shown me that I can achieve what I want with my life.”

Nicola, student Sir John Lawes School, Thailand

Running through the World Challenge ProgrammeTM

is a 35 module personal development syllabus developed over 25 years

Expedition Phase

Rest & relaxation

Community projects

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Acclimatisation

Experience & communication

Alumni engagement

Capture learning

Review & Reflection Phase

Celebrate

Build-up Phase

Launch

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Fundraising

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The Complete Expedition Programme

A World Challenge ProgrammeTM can take anything from 12-22 months and culminates in an overseas expedition, but we hope the journey never ends. This is more than just a school trip as students complete a powerful personal journey, guided by a syllabus which is integrated with the National Curriculum and Curriculum for Excellence, delivered by experienced leaders.

Running through the World Challenge ProgrammeTM

is a 35 module personal development syllabus developed over 25 years

“We can only be a stepping stone in their lives. The Programme certainly provides a safe but challenging one. All our students had the opportunity to lead and get good feedback, gained confidence and those that could take it got pushed more. I think they have learned the need to plan, discuss, tolerate and negotiate. I personally learned the same and more. It will have knock-on effects in my teaching.”

Nicky, School Leader Ilkeston School Venezuela and Borneo

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BUILD-UP EXPEDITION REVIEW & REFLECT


The Build-up phaseThe Build-up phase of the World Challenge ProgrammeTM is both practical and hugely developmental. It encourages students to take real ownership of their expedition by researching the destination, fundraising to pay their fees and preparing themselves for the mental and physical challenge they are taking on. This process makes them committed to getting 110% out of every day on expedition.

We liaise directly with students and parents throughout so you don’t have to.

What does the Build-up consist of?Motivation - World Challenge ProgrammeTM Facilitators visit schools regularly to keep the team motivated.

Money Management Programme - students work through a step by step programme to help them raise the necessary funds for their trip and learn vital financial skills.

Fundraising events - we organise free to enter Challenger Runs and Challenger Abseils for a minimal charge, both available across the UK. We even provide an online fundraiser page for each team’s events.

Resources - students have access to their personal expedition website which is continually updated with video aids, news, reminders, activities and facts to help them prepare.

Ongoing communication - students can call a friendly Customer Support Team or a Fundraising Support Team with any questions they may have as well as access online chat forums with World Challenge leaders and staff. Teachers have their own School Support Coordinator.

My World Challenge Teachers, students, parents, Local Authorities and Leaders all have log-ins to their personal expedition website to monitor progress at any time.

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For more on Build-up go to www.world-challenge.co.uk/buildup For more on fundraising go to www.world-challenge.co.uk/fundraising


Benefits to students• Developsoftskillssuchasproject

management, prioritising, decision making, time management, communication and team working

• Improvedfitnesslevels,particularlythrough training for the Challenger Runs

• Developvitalmoneymanagementskills as well as the responsibility of working towards a financial target

• Learnaboutthehistory,geography,geology and language of their destination as well as all other practical areas of their expedition such as health, hygiene, nutrition

• Learnsafeandresponsible techniques for communicating via the Internet through their personal expedition website and popular social networking sites

• Ongoingskillsdevelopmentandmotivation is maintained by World Challenge ProgrammeTM Facilitators who regularly visit schools.

€2,500from a ‘Pre-resolution’ party

Emma Flood, Rathdown Community School, India 2010 sold tickets to a pre resolution party she organised between Christmas and New Year. She hired buses to take students to a club in Belfast.

£4,000from an auction

Sharna Bennett, Baysgarth School, Uganda 2009 asked her local community to donate unwanted items which she collected and auctioned off at a fun event, which included a profitable raffle.

£1,520from bag packing

Chelmer Valley High School team, Cambodia and Thailand 2011, spent one long day bag packing in their local Morrisons supermarket at Christmas.

Fundraising activities In raising funds, students become creative, individually and as a team...

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“Anna came back a much more rounded and considerate person. Her tolerance of others’ needs and her relationships within the family were completely different and have remained so. It prepared her for university; she went away a young person and came back a young blossoming adult. A fantastic trip she thoroughly enjoyed, well done World Challenge!”

Gill, parentWheatley Park SchoolBrazil

TrainingStudents complete a two day training expedition. This camping experience encourages team bonding and develops the essential practical skills for expedition life such as risk management, provisioning, cooking, trekking scenario planning, packing a rucksack, erecting a tent, hygiene, nutrition, etc.

Teachers and expedition leaders also attend a one day Expedition Preparation Conference to learn the World Challenge safety policies and procedures and discuss their destination in workshops.

In-country acclimatisation Once in-country, time is taken to get used to the terrain, altitude, food, smells and culture as well as to iron out team working issues and handle any admin and planning tasks. The team start to rotate their team leadership roles for the duration of the expedition.

An acclimatisation trek helps prepare the team for the tougher challenges to come. Regular reviewing ensures the team learn from any mistakes.

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“A truly remarkable opportunity which as a previous Head of Sixth Form I was aware of and whole heartedly supported my daughter in pursuing. She has had a relatively unchallenging youth in a very supportive environment and the opportunities offered by World Challenge are unparalleled. My daughter has returned a much wiser and mature individual with a more realistic sense of her world, the opportunities and challenges it presents for herself and others.”

Andrew, parentDurham Johnston Comprehensive SchoolNamibia

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TrekkingWith 55 destinations to choose from and many different treks in each, the sky really is the limit. Your team can choose a trek to suit their preferred environment and physical ability, you may even use horses, camels or elephants!

From mountain peaks, dense jungles and rich valleys to savannah plains and volcanoes, World Challenge will have something to inspire you and your team. You could be navigating through lush jungles in Costa Rica or Borneo, climbing Mt Kenya, trekking through canyons in Namibia or exploring a remote region of Ladakh, deep in the Indian Himalaya.

Wherever the trek, our leaders take a step back and let the students make the decisions.

What to eat, when to eat, how far to trek, who carries what, what time to wake up... the leader keeps the group safe but lets them make mistakes they will learn from. By the end of their last trek, a group of disparate individuals becomes one united team.

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For more on trekking go to www.world-challenge.co.uk/trekking


Diary entry from the team

“Today was the big one as far as trekking was concerned. We all woke up early in anticipation of 4 hours’ trekking. Once we got over the Pass, then it was downhill most of the way to our overnight camp. The going was quite tough, working against the altitude and heat. We walked together as a group until we were approaching the top, when Laura sprinted ahead to get some photos of us getting to the top. It was a fantastic feeling when we got up there, mainly because we all made it despite some of the team’s illnesses. It was quite surreal thinking that we were higher than Mont Blanc. We got some photos before a group of us took a short walk up a small hill to get some more views of the surrounding valley. Here, we were at 5030m and could see everything for miles around. We set off downhill towards our campsite at Shingo in high spirits.”

Ben, student Churchers College India, Ladakh


Community projectFor many this is the most rewarding part of the expedition where they can experience real cultural interaction. Typically about a week long, students choose from a range of community project options, ranging from building basic amenities in a remote Andean village in Ecuador, renovating classrooms in a Himalayan village or working in a turtle sanctuary.

We also have an expanding range of long term projects where a series of expedition teams will each complete part of a larger project to have an even greater impact on the local community.

All our projects are sustainable and will continue to benefit the community long after the team has left and many are now affiliated to a local, national or global charity.

Research shows that parents in particular value this phase of the expedition as they want their children to open their eyes to the real world, away from their computers, TVs and mobile phones where they can put things into perspective. The team leaves their project site with a feeling of having made a difference and wiser for their encounter with people who hold a very different set of values.

Community projects

”The project here was a great success. The group from Backwell School did a wonderful job of constructing a cooking shelter to be used by the local women when they are cooking school food. I believe that the group enjoyed themselves, and they really were a pleasure to work with. I was highly impressed with their ability to accept local conditions and culture.”

Project coordinator Nicaragua

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“Others should take part in an expedition because it is a once in a lifetime experience - I know everyone says that, but you can’t appreciate it until you’re out there doing it. The fact that I raised the money on my own merit makes it even more satisfying now that I’ve completed my expedition. I enjoyed every minute and I want others to have the same experience.”

Alice, student Bromley High School The Maya Route

The final few days of the expedition is spent relaxing, a chance to take in everything they have seen, felt, done and learnt and to celebrate their new friendships and achievements. Whether sitting on a beautiful beach, visiting the Taj Mahal or experiencing the thrills of white water rafting, the team will review lessons and reflect on future plans.

On returning home, students log back into their personal web page to review their whole experience, capturing the valuable lessons they will carry through life and download their certificate of personal achievement. They will present their experiences back to their school and can join the World Challenge Alumni network. Here they can share experiences, photos and videos on Flickr, Facebook and YouTube and access resources to help make the most of their World Challenge experience on CVs and application forms.

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“The experience was excellent for George. The lead up to it, having to gather the money by organising his own sponsored cycle ride amongst other things taught him as much as the trip itself. Since the expedition, he is aware of the need to plan, more aware of others, a better team member and an improved leader.”

Tom, parentAbingdon SchoolIndia


World class safety and back-upSchools keep coming back to World Challenge because they know they are in the safest hands. We’re highly experienced at balancing risk against challenge but no matter how much you prepare accidents can always happen, as they do at home and at school. We make sure that unnecessary risk is eliminated or reduced and that we’re always prepared for the worst. Our safety record over three decades is unrivalled.

Safety

For more on safety go to www.world-challenge.co.uk/safety

Well prepared - managing risk...

• Regularplanningvisitsarecarriedouton each of our expedition itineraries

• Ourthoroughriskassessmentsarealways up to date (as experts in this we run risk assessment training for ASCL and other education bodies)

• Receiveregularsafetyupdates from our staff based in-country and specialist security advisors

• WeholdtheBritishStandard8848(independently assessed by Young Explorers’ Trust, not self assessed as many providers)

• WeholdtheLearningOutside the Classroom Quality Badge

• Industrybestpracticeisobserved,compliant with all National Governing Body guidelines

• FullycompliantwithDCSFPracticalGuide for Health & Safety of Learners Outside the Classroom

• AllUKbasedactivitiesarelicensed by Adventure Activities Licensing Scheme (AALS) 1996

• Retainaworldrenownedexpertin expedition medicine to provide specialist advice

• ATOLlicensed(number2844),Commission for Aviation Regulation licensed (number 232) and IATA Accredited Agent.

In the field - where you need it, when you need it...

World Challenge selected leaders:

• Balanceofqualificationsandexperience

• Usuallyprofessionaloutdoorinstructors or members of the uniformed services

• Experienceofworkingwithyoungpeople

• Relevantmountain,jungleordesert experience

• Passrigoroustrainingandassessment course

• FirstaidtrainedandclearedbytheCriminal Records Bureau/Scottish Criminal Records Office

• Latestsatellitecommunicationequipment

• Rigoroustrainingforalltravellingteachers, students and expedition leaders

• Minimum1:8ratioofadulttostudent

• Closeworkingrelationshipswithnumerous agencies, Embassies, High Commissions and the Foreign & Commonwealth Office

• Overseashubstoprovidecustomerand operational support.

Behind the scenes - we’re always there when you need us...

• 24-hourindustryleading Operations Centre

• Internationalmedicalassistanceavailable for fast access to a wide network of emergency medical and evacuation facilities, aviation support and screened blood

• PrivateWesternUnionTerminalinthe Operations Centre to immediately wire money anywhere in the world

• Bespokeindustryleadinginsurancepolicy ensures money is never an issue in an emergency

• RapidResponseTeamready to travel at a moment’s notice.

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Kenya & Tanzania

Madagascar

Malawi

Namibia & Botswana

Project Ghana

Project Mozambique

Project Namibia

Project Uganda

South Africa

Soth Africa & Namibia

Tanzania - Mt Kilimanjaro

Tanzania - Mt Meru

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Our vast range of destinations span all terrains in all corners of the globe. For more information go to www.world-challenge.co.uk or call to discuss.

Shorter durations are available, please call us and ask about World Challange CompactTM

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Expedition destinations

“A wonderful experience in tolerance and organisation, maturing his attitudes and widening his outlook on life.”

Philip, parentThe Judd SchoolVenezuela


China

India - Himalaya

India - Ladakh (Stok Kangri)

India - Ladakh (non Stok Kangri)

India - Himalaya & Rajasthan

India - South

Kyrgyzstan

Mongolia

Nepal

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Siberia

The Silk Route (Uzbekistan,Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan)

Borneo

Cambodia & Thailand

Malaysia

North Vietnam & Laos

Thailand

Thailand & Laos

Vietnam

Costa Rica

Dive Honduras

Nicaragua

Maya Route (Belize & Mexico)

Mexico

Andes & Amazon

Argentina

Bolivia & Chile

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Brazil - South

Chile

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Ecuador & The Galapagos

Peru - North

Peru - South

Southern Peru & Bolivia

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For more on destinations go to www.world-challenge.co.uk/destinations


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For more on World Challenge go to www.world-challenge.co.uk

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Our partners

Since 1987, World Challenge has built up a vast network of contacts and partnerships and has also become accredited or approved by all the appropriate industry regulators.

In many cases, it has been instrumental in initiating or developing these quality standards in order to maintain a high standard across the industry.

Our environmentSustainability and responsible travel are an inherent part of our ethos and we like to practice what we preach. We encourage others to respect and care for the environment we take them to so we run World Challenge in a responsible manner also.

Intelligent business operations• Weaimtoensurethatallofour

expeditions have a minimum or positive impact on people, places and the planet

• Wereduce,reuseandrecycle where possible

• Weworkinanenvironmentallyfriendly building

• Ournetworkofregionalstaffminimise travel while enhancing customer service

• Weoffsetcarbonemissions through Climate Care for all employee flights and encourage customers to do the same

• Wehaveinvestedindigitaltechnologies to use as little paper as possible and recycle all paper, packaging and printer cartridges.

People and placesWe adhere to the Young Explorers’ Trust and British Biological Society’s guidelines on environmental responsibility for expeditions.

For example, we...

• Encourageteamstosourcelocal food rather than imported

• Includeasustainableproject phase in every expedition

• AdheretotheguidelinesoftheInternational Porters’ Protection Group.


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World Challenge FoundationWe set up a Foundation to provide financial support to all our projects through donations made by the Company, Challengers, School Leaders and Expedition Leaders. Email [email protected] for more details.

“Adam had an excellent experience. He learnt to respect the views of others,

how to make his own point in a non confrontational way and his self esteem

improved no end. Many thanks!”

Colin, parentRoyal Belfast Academical Institution

India


What’s includedAs our expeditions are tailor made to your requirements, we can’t quote a price until we know what you want to do. Once we’ve given you a price we’ll stick to it and there are no hidden extras.

What is included in our quoted prices:

Flights and in-country costsTransport, food, accommodation, guides’ fees, park fees, airport taxes, local equipment purchase or hire and other in-country costs specific to the expedition. No airline surcharges will be passed onto our customers, guaranteed.

EquipmentSatellite communications devices, tents, ropes, harnesses, stoves and extensive medical supplies as well as any other group equipment required for your itinerary.

Insurance (medical)24-hour support up from the Operations Centre and all the facilities this has at its disposal, all medical treatment until return to country of origin, search and rescue and casualty evacuation for all team members.

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Build-up, preparation and trainingThe World Challenge ProgrammeTM is linked to the National Curriculum and Curriculum for Excellence, Money Management Programme, online resources, destination research, access to fundraising and customer support teams, ASDAN Universities Award, regular meetings with World Challenge staff.

Team training expedition, expedition handbooks, individual medical clearance and medical consultancy, Challenger Run, teacher support from the school support coordinator and regional team as well as an Expedition Preparation Conference for all travelling adults.

Leaders and AssistantsEach expedition team travels with an Expedition Leader (and an Assistant depending on student : adult ratios) with necessary qualifications and experience, specifically trained and assessed.

Medical assistanceInternational medical assistance agency First Assist supports the Operations Centre and is available to us at any time.

What isn’t included:

Vaccinations, visas (if required), personal equipment and personal equipment insurance, optional ASDAN CoPE Level 3 Award, transport within the country of origin, pre-departure accommodation close to airport if required and any optional rest and relaxation activities.

“World Challenge has changed Emma’s perspective and given her very valuable

life skills which I am sure will be of huge benefit in the future. I would not

hesitate to recommend World Challenge and look forward to my other daughter

and son taking part in an expedition soon.”

Viv, parentAbbots Bromley School for Girls

Kenya


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one.Enquire

Call us for a chat and we can always arrange a school

visit.

two.Reserve We’ll hold

departure slots to your chosen destination

(no obligation) while you request approval from SLT; we can help

with supporting documents.

three.Engage

We'll send you a pack including a DVD to present the opportunity to students in

assembly.

four.Consent

We'll visit school to deliver a presentation to parents and answer

any questions.

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“It has been the best activity that I have been involved in for school children. There are so many challenges that it adds layer upon layer to a student’s skill set in a short period of time, and in a real context.”Grant, School LeaderBury Grammar School for Boys Mongolia and Peru

Find out what people really think of the World Challenge experience, go to www.youtube.com and search for ‘World Challenge’

View some of the best expedition photos on Flickr (we can’t take the credit for them, all courtesy of you). Simply go to www.Flickr.com and search for ‘World Challenge’.

Read comments about World Challenge on our Facebook fan page or fundraising group by visiting www.facebook.com and searching for ‘World Challenge’

Keep an eye on what is happening with our fundraising events on Twitter, search for ’apedcrusader’ our mascot.

Visit our blog at www.world-challenge.co.uk

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Applications and deposits received.

We’ll confirm final numbers and issue log-ins to the ‘My World Challenge’

web portal.

The World Challenge Programme™ starts here...

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World Challenge 17-21 Queens Road, High Wycombe, HP13 6AQT +44 (0)1494 427650 F +44 (0)1494 444499 E [email protected] +353 (0)1 4475730 Scotland +44 (0)1315 498322

All photographs in this brochure have been taken by students, teachers and Leaders on expedition.

Printed on 100% chlorine free wood pulps sourced from sustainable forests.

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