If you are embarking on the process now then the following headings need to be considered. Work through each one page by page to plan your trip safely.

Other school policies, in particular the safeguarding policy, must apply on all school trips.

A. Overview of planning:  A  generic timeline is provided to help planning. Save a copy of this file and update it regularly.  You could send an updated copy to the Deputy Organisation at the end of each term to show your planning and progress.

B. Planning Trips and Activities - click on the heading below to get details.
Leadership
Seeking Approval and Proposal Form
Reconnaissance
Risk Assessment
Selecting Participants and Code of Conduct
Staffing the Activity
Briefings and Parental Consent
Financing of the Trip
Safety During the Activity / Trip
Information for Retention at the School and to take with you
After the Trip
Trips Abroad