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After a restful night and a hearty breakfast, the Year 4 children were geared up for their final day of adventures – and they truly surpassed all expectations!

The Crazy Climbing Wall

The first challenge of the day was the Climbing Wall, a thrilling test of bravery and teamwork. The children had to decide not only how high to climb but also the difficulty level of their route. True to form, they supported each other, steadying the ropes to ensure safe ascents and descents. Every child pushed beyond their comfort zone, and we couldn’t be prouder of their efforts!

The Battle of the Bell: Crate Stacking Challenge

The final trial of the trip was the ultimate team challenge: stacking crates to reach a bell and give it a loud ring. Communication and teamwork were key, as each child took turns stacking the crates carefully to avoid wobbling while others kept a steady eye on safety. With great determination and collaboration, all those who wished to participate rang the bell with pride, celebrating their success as a team.

Home Time

Our journey back home presented its own challenges. After navigating the tricky task of carrying bags downhill to the coach, we discovered that the coach was too large to park at the bottom! The children then had to carry their bags back uphill – quite the workout! Then came the challenge of manoeuvring the bus through tight spaces to get us safely out of the centre! However, thanks to our expert driver, we overcame these obstacles and made our way home safely.

It was truly heartwarming to see the Year 4 children reunited with their families. We take immense pride in knowing that each child has returned with new skills, stronger friendships, and unforgettable memories of their time away. Their journey was filled with personal growth, learning, and adventure.

A special thank you goes to Ms. Perry, Mr. Taylor, Mrs. Scott, and Lisa, whose dedication and support made this trip possible. We are deeply grateful for their invaluable assistance in making everything run smoothly.

Please be patient, more pictures will follow.

The day started with a bit of bonding in the games room followed by a delicious 3 course breakfast.

Brilliant Bush Craft

Year 4 channelled their inner Bear Grylls as they worked in teams to build fires from scratch! After gathering kindling and sticks, they carefully built and “fed” their fires until they were strong enough to boil water for hot chocolate and toast marshmallows. Each group even named their fire—be sure to ask your child about them! After this, each child had a go at creating sparks to start their own mini fire. To top it off, the children embraced their wild side with some creative charcoal face painting. What a pretty picture they made!

The Big Zipper: Not for the Faint-Hearted!

The Big Zipper pushed Year 4’s bravery to new heights! Higher and faster than the Aerial Runway, this exhilarating zipline had the children taking on different roles to operate the ride, from gatekeepers to “wizards.” The children soon became familiar with the process and worked together to keep the fun going, Despite initial nerves from some children, everyone conquered the challenge, with each child eager for extra turns.

Team Tasks

Teamwork and communication were put to the test in a series of tricky challenges. From balancing on thin wires to navigating a spy-style web of wires, the children relied on each other’s communication, support and determination. While the tasks weren’t always completed, the children showed tremendous improvement and had a blast becoming ninjas and spies for the session!

Campfire Capers

The evening wrapped up with a cozy campfire in the woods. Using torches to find their way, the children shared jokes, sang songs, and enjoyed toasted marshmallows. With a bit of charcoal face painting to end the day, the children headed back to camp for their final night at Hilltop, full of unforgettable memories.

Each child has eaten extremely well throughout the day. They are now all settled in their beds and soundly sleeping.

Day 1

Awesome Assault Course Trial

We’re having so much fun at Hilltop! After lunch, we tackled the Assault Course for a little warm up. The children impressed us with their resilience and willingness to try tricky obstacles.

Year 4’s Agility Course Challenge

Year 4 tackled an exciting agility course with a fiery twist—the floor was lava! Working in pairs, they showed fantastic teamwork, helping each other navigate the obstacles with creativity and encouragement. A brilliant display of partnership and perseverance!

Year 4’s Aerial Runway Adventure

Year 4 harnessed up and soared through the Aerial Runway, their final challenge before dinner! Though there were plenty of screams and shouts of “That was terrifying,” every brave participant went back for a second turn. The children cheered each other on, showcasing fantastic teamwork and courage!

Owls and Mice in the Dark

After a delicious dinner of fish and chips, the children dove into a thrilling game of Owls and Mice. Armed with torches, they hid in the dark while the ‘Owls’ used their senses to track them down. Year 4’s quiet mice proved to be excellent hiders!

The children are now settling and getting ready to sleep.