Teachers’ Hub
Planning Your Visit
Planning a school visit to Stanwick Lakes is simple!
Choose the session/s you are interested in. You can choose any sessions from both our nature and heritage offer. Each of our sessions last ninety minutes, these usually run from 10.30am-12.00pm or/and 1.00pm-2.30pm. We therefore recommend choosing two sessions to make the most out of your day.
Contact us below with your question/topic, your chosen session/s, any preferred date/s, and group size. We will get back to you within 48 hours.
Once we have agreed your session/s and the date of your visit, we will create a two week provisional booking for you and provide you with a booking form to complete, this includes our terms and conditions.
Once your booking form is returned to us, we will then confirm your booking, provide you with our guidance risk assessments and arrange a pre-visit and we will provide you with your day schedule.
Finally, two weeks prior to your visit we will get in touch for you to ask any last minute questions, before welcoming you on the day.
Pricing
Each session costs £180.00 for up to 32 children. If you would like to combine two sessions then our Theme Day costs £310.00 for up to 32 children. All supporting adults are free of charge. For groups under 20 please enquire for our minimum charges.
Our booked sessions include:
- Tailored advice on how to make the most out of your day.
- A pre-visit and risk assessment guidance.
- Minibus/coach parking on the day of your visit.
- A designated lunch space (our Theme Days, also include exclusive use of one our education spaces).
- A 10% discount on pre-ordered gift packs and ice creams.
- Use of other on-site facilities (please note that these facilities cannot be reserved for sole use by the school).
Payment
Our finance department will invoice you for the full amount of your visit on the first day of the month in which you intend to visit. Payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date. Payment is made by bank transfer. If you require a purchase order or have administrative requests, these can be provided on your booking form.
Cancellation
Once we receive your booking form, your booking is confirmed. If you have to cancel, we will do our utmost to find another booking for you. However, we are a small charity and if no booking is made, a cancellation fee will be deducted from your refund at the appropriate rate.
>30 days before = zero cost
10 – 30 days before = 50% of fee
<10 days before = 100% of fee
CUMMINS INC BURSARY
Global Leaders. Supporting Local Schools.
We would like to say a huge thank you to Cummins Inc who in partnership with Global Giving have generously created a new bursary for schools. With a recent report by the NCF showing that 20% of children living in North Northamptonshire are living in low-income families, this funding will help to ensure that all local children can access learning outside the classroom. If you are a school in North Northamptonshire or the surrounding area and you exceed 35% Pupil Premium, then speak to us today about a fully funded visit.
Our Facilities
Stanwick Lakes is the perfect setting for a school visit, offering a welcoming and accessible environment for all. Our Visitor Centre features modern facilities, including dedicated education spaces, accessible toilets, a heritage museum, gift shop, and café. Your school can also enjoy our much-loved adventure playground, trail and assault course. As well as miles of accessible walking trails, all designed to support learning outside the classroom.
Education Spaces
We have a number of inspiring learning spaces that can be used as a base for your school trip. Speak to our education team to find out more.
Heritage Museum
Come and visit our popular Heritage Museum, which can be found in our Visitor Centre. Here you will find displays that reveal 5,000 years of local history, including artefacts uncovered during archeological excavations, as well as a guide to our Heritage Trail. Click the link below to find out more.
Accessible Toilets
You can find our toilets inside our Visitor Centre to the right of our Welcome Desk. We also have toilets located adjacent to our Adventure Playground. This includes our Changing Places toilet. Please note all our toilets are open to the public.
Coach Parking
We have ample parking for minibuses and coaches and a safety circle next to our Visitor Centre to provide you with road free access to our education spaces. If you are joining us for our booked session the cost of parking is included. If you are joining us for a self-led visit car parking charges can be found at the link below.
Adventure Playground
Enjoy our accessible playground located outside our Visitor Centre, explore our Adventure Trail and full-sized Assault Course with older children or explore our many trails. View our reserve map below to find out more.
How to Find Us
Stanwick Lakes can be found using online maps using the address Stanwick Lakes, Stanwick, NN9 6GY. We are situated off the Stanwick roundabout on the A45, between Wellingborough and Thrapston.
Contact Us
If you would like any advice or you are ready to book a visit, please contact our education team with your question/topic, your chosen session/s, preferred date/s, and group size. We look forward to welcoming you.
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