About Kingswood

About
Kingswood

For over 40 years, our transformative trips have encouraged both adults and young people to build confidence and resilience by taking on fun challenges. At our 11 activity centres across the UK and four châteaux in France, we provide life-changing adventures for groups of all ages.

Adventure for
everyone

We welcome young people from schools, groups, international visitors and adults. During the holidays we also offer kids only camps and family adventures weekends.

Team &
Management

Get to know some of the Kingswood Team

Ian Overhead
Ian Overhead
National Schools Manager
Dr John Allan
Dr John Allan
Head of Impact & Learning
Lauren Addicott-Smith
Lauren Addicott-Smith
Marketing Manager
Harriet Appleyard
Harriet Appleyard
Head of Marketing
Andy Marsden
Andy Marsden
COO
Shelley Davison
Shelley Davison
People Director
Alex Williamson
Alex Williamson
CEO

How we do
what we do

  • We work in partnership with teachers to tailor an outdoor education and adventure programme.
  • Provide a range of adrenaline-filled activities set against the backdrop of the UK countryside
  • Offer opportunities for children and adults alike to challenge themselves, try new things, gain a sense of adventure and build confidence.
  • We' ve partnered with a range of innovative industry-leading educational providers to deliver high-quality, educational outcomes and effectively evaluate and evidence these in accordance with Ofsted Inspection Criteria.

About
Inspiring learning

A trip with Inspiring Learning offers so much more than high adrenaline and challenging adventures.

Taking part in our experiences contributes to the development of life skills in young people, with confidence building, resilience-based and teamwork focused activities.

Providing a rounded experience, we are proud to be contributing to the personal development of thousands of young people each year.

We passionately believe in the benefits of exploring new and exciting environments. Using adventure and the outdoors, we support children and young people throughout their learning journey – all the way from three to 17 years old.

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Whats on at
Kingswood

Stay up-to-date with things happening across Kingswood and our insights on outdoor learning

Top 5 Academic Benefits of Autumn and Winter Residentials

Whether it's for an end-of-year reward or to prepare students ahead of their transition into secondary school, residentials have a benefit. But what benefits can you see in the classroom if you visit Kingswood earlier in the academic year.

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School Transitions Made Easier

Setting the right tone for what children can expect from their first year at secondary school can help prepare them for some of the biggest changes in their lives so far. Outdoor adventure residentials in the autumn term are an opportunity to fast-track the settling-in process with unmatched opportunities to bond with peers and teachers, and grow in resilience and confidence.

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Back to School – Tips for the Kids

After a long summer holiday, going back to school can seem quite scary or unpleasant. Here are some tips for pupils of all ages to get them back into the swing of things for September… Lots of people enjoy seeing their friends again or getting back into class, but others can find it quite a daunting feeling - especially if you're going to a new school. Here are some handy tips on how you can get prepared.

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