All of our presenters are subject to Enhanced DBS checks which will be available to view on the day along with photographic ID.
We would normally need to work in the school hall, or a space of similar size. However, if this is not possible then any space which could accommodate 60 students will suffice. Two separate classrooms is unfortunately not viable as we only send one presenter.
Besides a space to work, the other main requirement would be a parking space. If a parking space cannot be provided, we still require space to unload and either a permit for parking on the road or to be made aware of alternative off-site parking.
We can see a maximum of 60 students in each session with six students in each group; each student would only take part in one session per day. There is no minimum amount of students required per session. Where possible, tables would be preferred for the students to work on, although gym mats would also be viable.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer a reduced rate. However, some small schools do invite students from nearby schools to participate and share the cost of the day. Alternatively, we can visit your school in the morning and another school for the afternoon, providing it is geographically viable.
Typically, the presenter will arrive 30-45 minutes before the first session begins. This is enough time for the presenter to transfer the resources and the shop boxes into the school alongside setting up for the day. The school would only be expected, where possible, to have the space ready for the children to work in.
Schools are welcome to place orders for our award-winning educational resources prior to their Puzzle Challenge Day and they would be entitled to use the 10% discount we offer as a condition of booking (excluding Puzzle Packs).
We allow a change of date subject to availability, however if the event is changed to a date outside of the same week the school would be liable for the cost of the accommodation that can no longer be used.
You are welcome to invite any local newspaper or photographer on the day to take photos. If the teachers would like to take pictures then they are welcome to do so as well.
We do not require a deposit to guarantee your Puzzle Challenge Day, payment is due on the day of the event and can be made by card, cheque or BACS payment.
If a school should require us to travel between two different sites on the day, as long as enough time is set aside then we are happy to accommodate this.
We have visited many SEN schools and our presenters are fully trained to cater for any students’ needs. Should there be any children with SEN within a session then we would be happy to do anything in our power to help them experience the day in as full a capacity as possible.
We require at least 2 staff members to be present in each session; these can be teachers or teaching assistants.
We are happy to incorporate Nursery students in some of our sessions if given prior notice, please remember that some of the resources do have small parts and must be treated with utmost care. It is normally best to ask the presenter on the day for a couple of sets of the challenges to take and have a go at.
There can be a maximum of 80 people in a Parents and Family Programme, this includes the students and parents. We can accommodate 80 staff in an INSET. There is no minimum amount of people required for either session.
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