Thursday 16 April 2009

Have you got the essentials?

Hope you are looking forward to next week. Here is the list of essential items that you need to bring with you.

- Container clearly named for daily drinks of water. (Packed lunches are provided and include a drink).
- Waterproof coat / jacket
- Sturdy outdoor shoes, not new! (There is plenty of walking!)
- Plimsolls / trainers / slippers for indoor use
- Many pairs of socks and underwear
- Jeans / trousers / joggers / shorts
- Warm jumpers / sweatshirts.
- Shirts / t-shirts
- Pyjamas / nightdress
- Toiletries / towels
- Small rucksack, large enough for carrying lunch
- Purse / wallet for pocket money
- Named plastic bag for dirty washing
- Swim wear in an extra plastic bag with separate towel.

Optional items include;

- Hat / gloves / scarf
- 1 teddy or similar friend
- Camera
- Books / comics
- Stamped addressed postcard with your child's home address

Everything is to be named please!

All to be packed in a suitcase, clearly labelled with the child's name. Children will be required to carry their own luggage to their rooms (there will be stairs), please bear this in mind when packing their case.

The children will need a packed lunch, snacks and drinks on the first day. Please pack this in a disposable bag. They may bring boiled sweets only to eat during the journey.

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