It is particularly important for a Residential Visit to ensure that participants are adequately prepared. Sufficient time should be given to enable participants to be informed and hold discussion about:
- The aims and benefits of the visit
- The nature and demands of the visit
- The domestic and sleeping arrangements
- The supervision arrangements, including which adult is responsible for them
- The standards of behaviour expected at all times and the subsequent sanctions
- What to do in the event of an accident/incident
- The individual’s role in ensuring the safety of all participants
Advice and examples for involving children and young people in planning visits can be found in the Toolkit section.
If for any reason a participant has to return home early, participants, parents and accompanying staff should agree in advance how this will be carried out and who will meet the cost.
