News and Media: Learning Outside the Classroom

28 October 2009


Early last year PGL was awarded the Quality Badge for our ski operation, so last summer we worked hard to gain similar recognition for our adventure centres, in addition to the many other accreditations they already hold.

Quality Badge Awarded by Council for Learning Outside the ClassroomFollowing inspection by the Adventurous Activities Industry Advisory Committee (AAIAC) we are delighted to announce that all our centres which operated in 2009 have now been approved and awarded the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge!

The Quality Badge is awarded to providers who not only pledge to engage in high quality learning outside the classroom, but can also demonstrate its fulfilment in practice.

In accordance with the Learning Outside the Classroom quality indicators, you can be sure that at a PGL centre we:
■ have a process in place to assist users to plan the learning experience effectively
■ provide accurate information about our offer
■ provide activities, experience or resources which meet learner needs
■ review the experience and act on feedback
■ meet the needs of the users
■ have safety management processes in place to manage risk effectively

    Find out more!

    To find out more about the Quality Badge and what it means to you, visit the Learning Outside the Classroom website at www.adventurelotc.com

    News

    Keystage 2 SATs Dates
    Michael Gove announces KS2 SATs date.

    Helen Barnes Update
    PGL sponsored athlete Helen Barnes has achieved her second Guinness World Record!

    Great Value Activity Weekends for Groups
    Great value activity weekends for Uniformed Groups - save on brochure prices!

    2011 Brochures - What's New at PGL?
    Our new brochures are out now and we've got lots of exciting new things to tell you about!

    French Travel Trade Awards
    PGL wins Best Youth Tour Operator 2010!

    Jai Geyer Update
    Our sponsored skier Jai Geyer has been selected for the GB Team!

    Our Marathon Runners!
    Anna, Fiona and Moyra - the PGL Marathon stars tell their story!

    Caythorpe opens doors to stranded Mexicans!
    PGL Cathorpe Court in Lincolnshire dealt with an unexpected group during the recent volcanic ash chaos!

    Netball - New Developments
    New and improved courts and tournaments for VI Form students!

    Motivate the girls at PGL!
    New dates & prices for our Dance, Netball and Cheerleading weekends for girls - improving confidence, skills and team spirit.

    Centre Improvements for 2010
    We've continued to invest in our centres to improve your experience with us each year!

    St John Ambulance Cadet of the Year
    St John Ambulance cadets compete for National Cadet of the Year title.

    PGL Sponsors YST Award 2010
    Congratulations to Failsworth School for winning an award at the 2010 Innovation & Recognition Awards.

    Cooking Up a Storm!
    PGL's chefs met up, prepared and tested the new season menus.

    Minister for Schools and Learning visits PGL
    Vernon Coaker visited PGL's Head Office in Ross-on-Wye to discuss the Learning Outside the Classroom initiative.

    PGL Sponsored Athletes for 2010
    We'll be keeping you posted on the progress of our sponsored athletes for 2010.

    Christmas Winner!
    Christmas card competition winner announced.

    New - Dance Weekends for Boys!
    New mixed dance workshop weekends for girls and boys.

    PGL Star Leaders
    The PGL ‘Star Leaders’ awards have just been revamped and re-launched!

    Learning Outside the Classroom
    Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badges Awarded to our Adventure Centres!

    The Big Brownie Takeover
    Girls take over PGL Boreatton Park in celebrations 100 years in the making!

    Reclaiming VAT Update
    Clarification on reclaimable VAT on UK school trips.

    Beachwatch Weekend
    PGL staff joined the Marine Conservation Society's Beachwatch Weekend at Osmington Bay beach in Dorset.

    New PGL Centres for 2010
    Presenting Liddington in Wiltshire, Winmarleigh Hall in Lancashire, Windmill Hill in Sussex, Lou Valagran in the Ardèche and Albatros on the Atlantic Coast!

    Charity Dragon Boat Racing in Ross
    PGL sponsors the Dragon boat racing for Mayor's charity at Rowing Club on 29th August

    Josh Wedgwood Sponsorship
    Update on the progress of PGL sponsored athlete Josh Wedgwood - look out for his interview with Canoe & Kayak!

    Film Sponsorship!
    PGL have recently sponsored pupils from a local school in a film project for their work experience.

    PGL Statement regarding A/H1N1v
    A statement from PGL regarding A/H1N1v (Swine flu)

    LotC Schools Photo Competition
    Win a camera in this schools photo competition organised by the NAHT and Outdoor Education Centres.

    Steffan Griffiths Sponsorship
    PGL's newest sponsorship - semi-professional rugby player Steffan Griffiths. 

    PGL Liddington - opening in 2010!
    PGL Liddington - new centre opened in April!

    Our Summer Camps Reviewed!
    PGL Summer Camps were recently reviewed in the Times - see what they had to say!

    LOtC Quality Badge Scheme
    PGL Ski have been awarded the Quality Badge by the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom.

    Going to the World Championships!
    PGL sponsored athlete Lowri Davies has made it to the 2009 GB Freestyle Kayaking Team!

    PGL Centre investments
    We've had a very busy Winter with our centre improvements programme!

    Sports Colleges Innovation and Recognition Awards 2009
    Park High Sports College wins the PGL award for engaging families, parents and carers.

    Good Snow & Great Fun!
    A big thank you to the fantastic teachers who attended our Christmas and New Year Ski Previews!

    Launch of the Quality Badge Programme
    The Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge Programme gives confidence to schools in choosing a school trip provider.

    Ready, Steady, Win - Sporting Bursaries
    PGL were delighted once again to sponsor the Herefordshire ‘Ready Steady Win’ bursaries.

    Curriculum Changes and Your PGL Educational Trip
    What effect do the changes to the National Curriculum have on the content of PGL study courses?

    National School Sports Week
    Dame Kelly Holmes and 'Spartan' from Gladiators meet the PGL chicken at the Grantham School Sports Week events!

    PGL Sponsorship of Helen Barnes
    One of our sponsored canoeists has been selected for the Irish Olympic team for Beijing 2008!

    RFU announce PGL Club of the Year
    Paviors RFC have been named PGL Club of the Year in the Rugby Football Union's Seal of Approval awards.

    Dance Workshop Weekends - New Dates
    PGL teams up with FitPro™ to offer Dance Workshop Weekends to schools and groups for girls in years 7 - 11.

    Kelly Holmes & Norwich Union GirlsActive at PGL
    Dame Kelly Holmes is back at PGL with Norwich Union GirlsActive - inspiring girls to get active and enjoy exercise!

    Congratulations to the Scouts on their 100th Anniversary!
    PGL were at the Scout Jamboree - thanks to all the Scouts who made us feel so welcome!

    PGL purchased by Holidaybreak PLC
    We are delighted to announce that Holidaybreak PLC have now purchased The PGL Group.

    Youth Sports Trust Innovation Awards
    PGL @ The Youth Sport Trust Innovation Awards ceremony for Sports Colleges across the country.

    Kelly Holmes supports the School Sports Initiative
    Kelly Holmes revives girl power for the School Sports Initiative 

    Sponsorship for Olympic hopeful
    PGL have agreed a three year sponsorship for aspiring Champion Canoeist Andrew Hadfield.

    Teacher Preview Dates for 2010
    Come and see your preferred centre, course or destination in action and try out the adventure activities for yourself!