Residential Stays and Activity Days in Norfolk.
Description
With competitive seasonal rates and new activities there has never been a better time to boost your school’s learning outside the classroom potential.
At the Horstead Centre your group will experience a warm welcome and the undivided attention of our professional and long-established team. You will have sole occupancy of our house and grounds and our activities will be delivered by a compassionate team who understand the importance of recognising children as individuals whilst challenging them to succeed.
Our beautiful Centre is open all year round and we specialise in the provision of bespoke experiences to suit the needs of your school and its pupils, in a safe and nurturing environment.
Our curriculum-linked programmes provide endless opportunities for your learners to develop a wide range of life skills that support their educational development and their social and emotional wellbeing.
Reviews
Overview
4.8
79 reviews
Excellent
78%
Very Good
20%
Average
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We had an amazing visit and the centre, as usual, were amazing. (March 2024 - Primary School)
(March 2024 - Primary School)
I would recommend this venue to support children's overall wellbeing, develop communication skills, team work and support social interaction whilst experiences new, adventurous and challenging experiences. (March 2024 - Secondary School)
Helpful, professional staff, excellent at supporting children across the ability spectrum. Well organised activities and accommodation. (February 2024 - Primary School)
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(November 2023 - Primary School)
Great venue. Great staff. (November 2023 - Primary School)
Great venue. Great staff. (November 2023 - Primary School)
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Superb facilities, staff and activities. (November 2023 - Primary School)
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Excellent service by provider (June 2023 - Primary School)
Our Year 4 children had a brilliant time experiencing lots of new activities an facing their fears. It was their first time away from home for many and they loved it. A very welcoming, well organised centre (May 2023 - Primary School)
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Residential (February 2023 - Primary School)
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Brilliant.
Venue great.
Activities excellent
Staff amazing
Safety paramount (January 2023 - Primary School)
Great when we had the whole site for ourselves. (November 2022 - Primary School)
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(November 2022 - Primary School)
Year 4 loved our stay at the Horstead centre. Throughout the activities, we were able to see their confidence and team spirit grow enormously. The site is very well equipped for the children we took and the staff were great. We have already re-booked for next year! (September 2022 - Primary School)
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Well-run acitivities with fantastic instructors. The centre is clean and warm, and the food is excellent. We have booked for our fourth visit. (February 2022 - Primary School)
Amazing centre for a residential - super staff, excellent food and very comfortable facilities. (February 2022 - Primary School)
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(December 2021 - Secondary School)
Fantastic.
Flexible.
Accomodating.
Excellent adaptations to children with needs.
Clean.
Safe. (December 2021 - Primary School)
Lots of downtime that means teachers need to bring extra activities for the children - especially during the evenings. (November 2021 - Primary School)
A small (Covid friendly - we were the only school on site) venue with top quality instructors and a range of adventurous activities. (November 2021 - Primary School)
Friendly staff, children had an enjoyable time. (October 2021 - Primary School)
An excellent day! Enjoyed by all (September 2021 - Primary School)
(July 2021 - Primary School)
A great day for the children. They enjoyed all the activities and the staff were friendly and helpful and kept all the children safe. (July 2021 - Primary School)
(July 2021)
Our visit to Horstead was brilliant; staff ensured the children were safe during each activity whilst also equipping them with the knowledge of how to keep themselves safe. The children came away from our visit full of confidence! (June 2021 - Primary School)
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An excellent residential stay that the children will remember for a very long time. (December 2019 - Primary School)
Excellent.
First class activities, staff, accommodation and food.
Really well organised and equipped throughout. (November 2019 - Primary School)
Staff were very helpful and accommodating towards us and the children. They ensured the needs of all the children were met. Lovely, friendly staff. (November 2019 - Primary School)
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Excellent trip and support from staff. Activities were very good. Food was lovely. (July 2019 - Primary School)
Excellent support from staff and provision. Activities excellent. (July 2019 - Primary School)
(July 2019 - Primary School)
The activities were great for team building. the food and accommodation were good. (June 2019 - Primary School)
The Horstead Centre continues to be a venue that takes every precaution to prevent accident or injury. The site has very clear safety routines which are communicated to all on arrival. The staff are warm and welcoming, encouraging the children to challenge themselves in a supportive way. (June 2019 - Primary School)
(May 2019 - Primary School)
An amazing day for all of the children. (May 2019 - Primary School)
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Excellent staff and facilities. Children challenged themselves and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. (April 2019 - Primary School)
An excellent facility, one we have used for a number of years. All staff have always been outstanding and friendly. (February 2019 - Primary School)
An excellent facility, one we have used for a number of years. All staff have always been outstanding and friendly. (February 2019 - Primary School)
(November 2018 - Secondary School)
(October 2018 - Primary School)
Ok for Yr4. Not challenging enough for Yr 5 or Yr 6. Great to have the centre to ourselves. Too much 'free time,' activity sessions could be longer. (July 2018 - Primary School)
All the children had a fabulous time. The activity leaders were friendly and helpful. The food was excellent and the upgraded facilities (updated kitchen and extra staff bathroom) were very much appreciated. (May 2018 - Primary School)
Friendly, helpful and well organised. Everything went to plan and the children learned so much from the whole experience. (March 2018 - Primary School)
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