Latest Reviews
The Kaddi Review system gives teachers and youth workers the ability to leave venue and provider feedback. All reviews have been added via EVOLVE, by visit leaders that have recently used the venues/providers. Kaddi Reviews provide valuable information for anyone planning educational visits.
| Provider | Score | Comments | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilderness Expertise | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Mount Batten Centre | Very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Competent first aid when needed. Extreme heat taken into consideration and adaptations made including provision of extra water, suncream breaks and the movement of some activities into the shade with fans. | 20 July 2021 | |
| Go Ape Temple Newsam Continuous Belay Course | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Wingham Wildlife Park, Canterbury | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Hollowford Centre | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Whitwell Hall Country Centre | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Banham Zoo | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Hautbois | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Weardale Adventures | Tone and manner of some instructors was not suitable for our children. Not clear about procedure for attending - consent forms were not taken with us however we were not told that these were needed. There was no pre-visit check. | 20 July 2021 | |
| Kingswood Dearne Valley | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Mount Batten Centre | Very well organised. | 20 July 2021 | |
| Carymoor Environmental Trust | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Go Ape Normanby Hall Continuous Belay Course | Great fun and well run event. | 20 July 2021 | |
| Cadbury World | 20 July 2021 | ||
| The Horstead Centre | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Caldecotte Xperience | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life | Fantastic trip, very well organised and a lot of fun for the children whilst providing them with facts about Great Yarmouth seaside. Staff were all very engaging and helpful. | 20 July 2021 | |
| Norfolk Gliding Club | excellent and well organised | 20 July 2021 | |
| Haden Hill Leisure Centre | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Rochester Cathedral Education Centre | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park | it was a long day but the kids loved it | 20 July 2021 | |
| Paccar Scout Camp | Paccar being a new site was a bit of an unknown and we were concerned it would match other sites we had been on that the upkeep was not so good. We were pleasantly surprised. There was a good staff presence and were really helpful with all required. We have booked again for September and look forward to Tomahawk throwing!! | 20 July 2021 | |
| Marston Vale Forest Centre | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Barnstondale Centre | Well organised, especially in the current climate | 20 July 2021 | |
| Testwood Lakes Nature Reserve | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Go Ape Alexandra Palace Continuous Belay Course | Students enjoyed the experience very much and were encouraged to push themselves out of their comfort zone. | 20 July 2021 | |
| Port Sunlight Museum | 20 July 2021 | ||
| Harlow Carr Gardens | Super grounds with lots to explore. | 19 July 2021 | |
| Girlguiding UK Waddow Hall | As other children were on site, some aspects of organisation didn't run quite as smoothly e.g being unclear which area we were using for the campfire. | 19 July 2021 | |
| Kingswood Trust | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Kingswood Trust | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Holkham Enterprises | Great day | 19 July 2021 | |
| Holkham Enterprises | Excellent providers of outdoor education | 19 July 2021 | |
| Holkham Enterprises | Excellent providers of outdoor education | 19 July 2021 | |
| Holkham Enterprises | Great time | 19 July 2021 | |
| Holkham Enterprises | Happy to change date due to their staff shortages | 19 July 2021 | |
| Holkham Enterprises | Excellent organistion and a good day had by all | 19 July 2021 | |
| SSG ACTIVITIES - THE LESLIE SELL ACTIVITY CENTRE | Well organised day - activities more appropriate for year 4 than year 6 in my opinion. | 19 July 2021 | |
| Sayers Croft Outdoor Learning Centre | Friendly staff, exciting and challenging activities. A fun day out. | 19 July 2021 | |
| Greenlands Farm Village | It was a very well organised and educational visit. The team that looked after us and discussed/showed us the animals were wonderful. A special mention to Jane who was fantastic with our children and kept them all thoroughly engaged. | 19 July 2021 | |
| HYMB - Herts Young Mariners Base | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Kingswood Grosvenor Hall | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park | All fantastic but took over an hour to receive all children's lunches. | 19 July 2021 | |
| Magna Science Centre | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Essex Outdoors Danbury | Staff were extremely helpful, great site for DofE camping with good routes | 19 July 2021 | |
| Go Ape Crawley Continuous Belay Course | We were on the Tree top adventure which was suitable for year 7 and 8, however the year 9/10 students never found this challenging. I have spoken to Go Ape and said that were not told prior to going that this is the course we would be completing. | 19 July 2021 | |
| Hagg Farm Outdoor Education Centre | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Hagg Farm Outdoor Education Centre | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Whitwell Hall Country Centre | The trip had to be cancelled as staff at Whitwell were self-isolating due to Covid. We will rebook for next academic year. | 19 July 2021 | |
| Whitwell Hall Country Centre | The trip had to be cancelled as staff at Whitwell were self-isolating due to Covid. We will rebook for next academic year. | 19 July 2021 | |
| Pensthorpe Natural Park | Our first visit but we will definitely be returning...excellent venue | 19 July 2021 | |
| Whitwell Hall Country Centre | An excellent day, well planned activities, knowledgeable and helpful staff | 19 July 2021 | |
| Whitwell Hall Country Centre | An excellent day, well planned activities, knowledgeable and helpful staff | 19 July 2021 | |
| Nell Bank Charitable Trust | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Nell Bank Charitable Trust | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Nell Bank Charitable Trust | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Warwick Castle | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew - Kew Gardens | Staff were responsive and very helpful. The venue is also a great educational place. | 19 July 2021 | |
| Essex Outdoors Danbury | 19 July 2021 | ||
| PGL Marchants Hill | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Thorpe Park | Long queues to get in and on the rides but the children all had a great time | 19 July 2021 | |
| Go Ape Thetford Continuous Belay Course | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Cadbury World | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Tower of London - Historic Royal Palaces | Fabulous venue, incredibly helpful staff and great facilities | 19 July 2021 | |
| Essex Outdoors Danbury | Great staff and excellent activities. | 19 July 2021 | |
| PGL Marchants Hill | 19 July 2021 | ||
| PGL Marchants Hill | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Black Hills Scout Camp | 19 July 2021 | ||
| Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse | Excellent visit and Victorian experience | 18 July 2021 | |
| Pensthorpe Natural Park | Wonderfull visit! Well planned and organised by Pensthorpe and we were well looked after and supported throughout our trip. Thank you so much | 18 July 2021 | |
| Pensthorpe Natural Park | Fantastic trip, brilliant communication and organisation. Allan was excellent with the children. There was a fantastic balance between learning in the discovery centre and then hands on practical activities too. | 18 July 2021 | |
| Tower of London - Historic Royal Palaces | Superb place to visit. So much history in one place. Incredible. Staff very welcoming. | 18 July 2021 | |
| Aldenham Country Park | Lots of space for a great variety activities. | 18 July 2021 | |
| Robinwood Activity Centre - Dobroyd Castle | Great activities and very well organised | 18 July 2021 | |
| Ascent Trampoline Park | 18 July 2021 | ||
| Banham Zoo | Children had a lovely day. The teachers realised how much they had missed taking the children on trips! | 17 July 2021 | |
| Walesby Forest | an absolutely stunning location which allowed our city children to safely 'roam' the countryside with a degree of freedom. lodges were great, including good cooking facilities. The option of self catering enabled us to bring this visit in at a cost accessible to our parents (and much less than other providers who insist on meal packages) | 17 July 2021 | |
| Eaton Vale Scout & Guide Activity Centre | Well organised activities. Children were well supported and encouraged. | 16 July 2021 | |
| Eaton Vale Scout & Guide Activity Centre | Well organised activities. Children were well supported and encouraged. | 16 July 2021 | |
| Alternative Adventure & Outdoor Activities Service | A great day was had by all. The activities were well prepared and well run. The activity leaders were highly experienced and were able to motivate even the least willing participant! I will be booking this again. | 16 July 2021 | |
| PGL Caythorpe Court | Outstanding | 16 July 2021 | |
| Anderton Centre | Excellent communication,facilities, activities and instructors. Everyone went out of their way to make all feel welcome, included and safe | 16 July 2021 | |
| Go Ape Delamere Forest Park Continuous Belay Course | 16 July 2021 | ||
| Hautbois | A very welcoming centre, fulfilled all the needs of the OAA curriculum. Great facilities for a group of Year Three and Four children. | 16 July 2021 | |
| Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park | Really fun day out. The children were able to support each other whilst enjoying themselves. | 16 July 2021 | |
| Silverstone Circuit | 16 July 2021 | ||
| National Marine Aquarium | The National Marine Aquarium were great. They provided all of the guidance needed regarding Covid and made us feel very safe whilst visiting. The staff were very welcoming, friendly and professional and it was well organised. We had good communication with the setting prior to the trip. Overall, all staff and children had a positive experience and we are grateful to have visited. | 16 July 2021 | |
| Hilltop Outdoor Centre | Excellent experience and a fantastic place to go for a residential trip. | 16 July 2021 | |
| Dinosaur Adventure | The children and adults had a very good day! Weather was perfect and no children were eaten by dinosaurs! | 16 July 2021 | |
| Bewl Water Outdoor Centre | All pupils were fully engaged by the instructors. | 16 July 2021 | |
| Grange Hall Activity Centre | Very good for wide range of activities including surfing, rib boat ride, climbing and abseiling. | 16 July 2021 | |
| West Midlands Safari Park (WMSP) | 16 July 2021 | ||
| PGL Little Canada | The children had a hugely enjoyable trip and found the activities rewarding. | 16 July 2021 | |
| East Barnby Outdoor Education Centre | Fantastic day out - staff were brilliant at leading the group and on the water it felt like they had complete control and awareness of every situation. | 16 July 2021 | |
| Walesby Forest | 16 July 2021 | ||
| West Leeds Activity Centre | 15 July 2021 | ||
| Longridge | Some of the staff were quite inexperienced. Playing 'IT' as a team challenge wasn't appropriate. | 15 July 2021 | |
| Stubbers Adventure Centre | 15 July 2021 | ||
| Adventure Expeditions | 15 July 2021 | ||
| Conway Centre - Tattenhall | 15 July 2021 |