And why you should ignore these.

Don't let voices of doubt or worry stand in the way of taking your pupils on an Outward Bound adventure this winter.

We promise it will all be fine - and 100% worth it!

1. It will be too cold and wet

It may be a cliché, but there's no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing.

We have all the kit and equipment you could ever need to keep you and your pupils safe, warm and dry (when you need to be!) - and it's all included in the price.

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2. There's less to do on the shorter days

Shorter days don't mean less adventure during the winter months.

In fact, winter opens up a whole new world that the summer doesn't. Think dark and starry nights, cosy camps with hot chocolate, and awe-inspiring winter landscapes and wildlife.

Look at our winter sample programme

3. The timing will get in the way of lessons

A winter residential actually enhances teaching and exam prep and has a greater impact.

Imagine reaping the rewards of teaching pupils who are more confident and resilient throughout the whole school year - not just at the end! Research shows winter residentials can have a greater impact than going in the summer.

Download the Learning Away findings

4. The weather might stop us in our tracks

It's extremely rare for a school or group to be unable to travel due to adverse weather conditions.

But if the 'Beast from the East' makes a return, be rest assured we will work with you in the lead-up to your residential to review the weather and plan appropriately.

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Choose a winter residential

Dixons City Academy choose a winter residential with Outward Bound to enable their students to experience a different type of difficulty and challenge from what they experience in the classroom. The learning and adventure experience is aligned to the school ‘pride’ values: purpose, respect, integrity, determination, and excellence.

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If you were to offer me the chance of a summer residential, hand on heart, I would still choose winter.

Jonathan Yale, Dixons Academy

Inspiring Locations

Our residential centres are based in the wildest corners of the UK, all equipped with everything you need to set out on wild adventures

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Winter funding

We provide funding to those that really need it. Over 80% of our education participants received funding last year.

Find out if you're eligible