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Wednesday 8th May– Friday 10th May 2019
INSCHOOL & DAY TRIPS
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Wednesday 8th May– Friday 10th May.
Within this booklet you will find details of the day trip and in-school
activities which will be on offer along with their estimated cost and
maximum pupil numbers.
Each pupil, not already going on a residential trip, will have been
given an Activities Day Trip/In-school Choice Form to complete,
indicating which activities they would prefer to take part in.
Pupils should select a first and reserve choice for each activity
selected.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note activities will only run if there are sufficient numbers. In
the event that an activity is over-subscribed, priority will go to older
pupils as this will be their final chance to participate in Activities Days.
Please make sure you discuss with your parents/ guardians before
you submit the form.
All pupils MUST return their form to their registration teacher
by Friday 1st March 2019.
*PARENTS/ GUARDIANS*
If you have opted for a day trip, once we have finalised numbers
and booked transport, you will receive an invoice with the
confirmed price(s).
As you will see the prices in this booklet are an estimation only, but
prices will not be any higher than advertised; they may lower.
Activities Days 2019
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At Dyce Academy we feel that Activities Days are an important part of a young
person’s journey through school. We want to give a variety of opportunities to
ALL pupils both home and away. Participation in Activities Days is about
enhancing every pupil’s educational experience.
In-school activities are free of charge.
Day trips will be invoiced once places have been allocated. If you select more
than one day trip you will receive one invoice for them all.
In order that we have inclusion for all there may be an opportunity to arrange an
alternative payment schedule for day trips. Please contact us if you would like
to discuss this further.
Payment Information
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Contents Page
Page 5: Wednesday Day Trip
Page 6: Wednesday In-School Activities
Page 7: Thursday Day Trips
Page 8: Thursday In-School Activities
Page 9: Friday Day Trips
Page 10: Friday In-School Activities
Page 11: Example Choice Form
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Wednesday 8th May
Day Trip Option
Enjoy an action packed day with Mrs Keith and Miss
Howett.
You will take part in a selection of the following
exciting activities:
Indoor climbing wall
Skate park
Aerial Trekking & Fan Drop
Outdoor Climbing & Abseil
Approx. cost: £40
Max. 24 pupils
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Wednesday 8th May
In-school options ~ FREE
Crafting ~ A range of craft activities including card making, key r ings,
pencil boxes etc. Lots of materials are available for pupils to use such as
stencils, glitter, card, letters, borders etc. but if you have something specific
such as stencil maker then please feel free to bring them in with you. If you
have a parent, grandparent or sibling with a special birthday or event coming
up then this is the perfect opportunity to make a personalised card and gift for
them.
Not so Strictly Come Dancing ~ Choreograph your own group dance and
take part in a (not so) Strictly scored dance off at the end!
Decorate a Mug ~ Come and join me for some painting Thursday P1&2.
On the day you will be supplied with a mug and some special paint to decorate
it with. At the end of the week you will be given the mug you have decorated
to keep - after it has spent a little time in the oven to set the glaze.
In the Kitchen ~ Calling all budding chefs. If you enjoy cooking and eating
then this is the activity for you. Wednesday is pizza day.
Sing-along-a-Musical ~ Come and watch a popular musical with us down
in M1 to get the full musical experience. Singing is optional but microphones
will be provided.
Bag Design ~ If you enjoy design and would like to decorate or upcycle a
basic canvas bag into something unique then this is the choice for you. There
will be an assortment of fabric paints, pens, fabrics, beads etc. all you have to
bring along is an idea!
Water-based Activities ~ Come and have some fun in the pool with a
variety of activities on offer. These include Kayaking, Rookie Lifeguard
games, Water Polo, Volleyball, Rounders and Basketball. If pupils would like
to swim for part of the session this is also possible. Fun activities such as “it’s
a knockout” can be arranged for the afternoon and many team challenges.
Board and Card Games ~ A selection of games will be available including
Jenga, Fluxx, Hue Knew and Connect 4.
Philosophical Debate Club ~ Come and join Ms McLeod and take par t in
a philosophical debate.
1&2 3&4 5
Crafting In the Kitchen Water-based Activities
Mrs Leven & Mr White Mrs Clark & Mrs Forno Mrs Binnie & Mrs McCaw
Max. 20
Not so Strictly Come Dancing Sing-a-long a Musical Board and Card Games
Ms Scott & Mrs Smith Miss Marshall & Miss Ferguson Mrs Yeoman
Max. 15 Max. 15
Decorate a mug Bag design Philosophical Debate Club
Mrs Manson Mrs Reed & Mr Ashley Ms McLeod
Max. 10 Max. 10
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Thursday 9th May
Day Trip Options
Join Mrs Rodland and Mrs Davidson at Landmark Forest Adventure Park. It’s a
great day out and the park has lots to offer to keep you busy for hours!
The attractions include:
Pinnacle climbing wall
The Lost Labyrinth maze
Bamboozeleum
The Ancient Forest
Join Mr Barber and Mr Reid for this popular trip!
Enjoy an action packed day at Lochter Activity Centre
where the activities on offer include
kayaking
archery
zorbing
go karting
wall climbing, and many more
You will take part in 3 or 4 activities which are guaranteed to challenge you
and to be great fun!
Approx. Cost: £35
Max. 20
Runaway Timber Train
Wild Water Coasters
Shooting Gallery
Adventure Park
Approx. Cost: £50
Max. 16
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Thursday 9th May
In-school options ~ FREE
At the Cinema ~ Fancy watching a film? Come and join us in the Drama
studio on Thursday P1&2 and experience Dyce Academy’s “BIG Screen”
experience. Bring your own popcorn!
Decorate a Mug ~ Come and join me for some painting Thursday P1&2.
On the day you will be supplied with a mug and some special paint to decorate
it with. At the end of the week you will be given the mug you have decorated
to keep - after it has spent a little time in the oven to set the glaze.
Nature Walk ~ Fancy a nice leisurely walk down by the r iver in Dyce?
Want to learn some more about nature? Bring a pair of trainers that you can
walk in, some snacks and a friend.
Chess Club ~ Come and play chess! All levels welcome, from beginner to
Grand Master; you don’t have to have previous experience.
Bag Design ~ If you enjoy design and would like to decorate or upcycle a
basic canvas bag into something unique then this is the choice for you. There
will be an assortment of fabric paints, pens, fabrics, beads etc. all you have to
bring along is an idea!
Circuit Training ~ Come and burn off your break with Mrs McCaw and
Miss Brooks as you design and build your own circuits and try them out!
Don’t forget your water! Comfortable clothing and suitable footwear a must!
Water-based Activities ~ Come and have some fun in the pool with a
variety of activities on offer. These include Kayaking, Rookie Lifeguard
games, Water Polo, Volleyball, Rounders and Basketball. If pupils would like
to swim for part of the session this is also possible. Fun activities such as “it’s
a knockout” can be arranged for the afternoon and many team challenges.
Board and Card Games ~ A selection of games will be available including
Jenga, Fluxx, Hue Knew and Connect 4.
Table Tennis Tournament ~ Depending on numbers, a Table Tennis
Tournament may be organised where pupils will be able to play against each
other – we may have singles’ matches and/or doubles’ matches – much will
depend on the number of participants and their willingness to compete! Wear
suitable footwear for being in the gym; all other equipment provided.
1&2 3&4 5
At the Cinema Chess Club Water-based Activities
Mrs Halley Mr Sullivan & Mrs Jessamine Mrs Binnie & Mrs McCaw
Max. 14
Decorate a mug Bag design Board and Card Games
Mrs Manson Mrs Reed & Mr Ashley Mrs Yeoman
Max. 10 Max. 10 Max. 15
Nature Walk Circuit Training Table Tennis Tournament
Ms Macleod & Mr White Mrs McCaw & Miss Brooks Mrs Keith
Max. 20 Max. 20 Max. 20
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Friday 10th May
Day Trip Option
Core94 Paintballing!
Approx. cost: £35
Extra paintballs will be available
to purchase on the day
If you’re looking for adrenaline,
adventure and a fun-packed day then join
Mrs Davidson and Miss Brooks for
paintballing ~ a great choice for school
activity days!
It doesn’t matter whether you are
complete beginners or experienced paint-
ballers; we accommodate for all
experiences and help you along the way.
All groups will remain under expert
supervision by our fully trained marshals
who will be on site throughout your entire
visit.
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Friday 10th May
In-school options ~ FREE
Cycle Trip (full day activity) ~ Join Miss Howett and Ms Halley on a
leisurely cycle along the railway line to Ellon on Friday where we will visit
the finest bakery in the North East for a pie. There are 8 school bikes up for
grabs if you wish to join us, but don’t own a bike. Bring a packed lunch.
Crafting ~ Do you enjoy being creative? Do you like working with others?
Do you have a flair for design? If the answer to any of these questions is yes
then come and join me, Mrs Leven, on activities days (P1&2). During our time
you will be able to access a huge variety of crafting materials including card
making, designing boxes, using ceramic paints and lots and lots of glitter! We
always have a lovely time working together and in the past have created cards
and jewellery boxes pupils have taken away to give as gifts or I have donated
to a local old people’s home – they particularly enjoyed the cards made for
them with messages from pupils.
Sing-a-long a Musical ~ If you love musicals you’ll love Dyce Academy’s
Musical Sing along experience. Down in M1 we will watch a popular musical
(Hairspray, Mary Poppins, Shrek, Into the Woods, Phantom of the opera,
Grease, Mamma Mia etc.) along with a variety of cinema snacks to give you a
realistic experience. Singing is optional but microphones will be provided.
In the Kitchen ~ Calling all budding chefs. If you enjoy cooking and
eating then this is the activity for you. Friday is curry day - madras or korma
your choice.
Yarn / Weaving ~ Learn to crochet, weave and make bracelets.
Nail Studio ~ Create your own nail designs or have your nails done for
you with a range of colours, nail stickers, foils and stencils. You can have
someone paint your nails or chose from the range of supplies and colour your
own nails with your own design. Please arrive with clean unpainted nails.
Board and Card Games ~ A selection of games will be available including
Jenga, Fluxx, Hue Knew and Connect 4.
1&2 3&4 5
Crafting In the Kitchen Nail Studio
Mrs Leven & Mr White Mrs Clark & Mrs Forno Miss Marshall
Max. 20 Max. 10
Sing-a-long a Musical Crafting: Yarn / Weaving Board and Card Games
Miss Marshall & Miss Ferguson Ms Scott Mrs Yeoman
Max. 10 Max. 15
Cycle Trip (full day activity)
Miss Howett & Mrs Halley
Max. 20 (only 8 bikes to borrow)
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Example Choice Form
Activities Days are taking place after the Mayday Holiday weekend, and an email has been sent out with a
booklet containing information about all the day trips and in-school activities on offer. If you did not receive
this email, or would prefer a paper copy please let the school know and we will arrange this for you.
The dates are from Wednesday 8th May to Friday 10th May 2019
Please discuss the options and complete the form issued during registration.
Replacement forms can be collected from the office.
Please select a first choice [1] and reserve choice [R] for each option below. If you select a day trip as your
first choice then you only need to select one reserve choice for each time slot from the in-school activities.
Below is an example of a completed form.
We will try and accommodate your first choice, however, activities will be dependent on numbers and
insufficient numbers will result in a trip not running.
*Please note that just choosing one activity will NOT automatically secure your place on it*
Forms must be returned to your registration teacher by Friday, 1st March 2019.