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Ilam Hall update 25th May 2017 11.30pm

Here we are writing our final evenings update. Having practiced archery skills and made some beaded geckos the children have gone to bed ready to wake up for our last busy day tomorrow.

We are due to arrive back at school at 3pm however if we are delayed we will inform the school who will then send out a parent mail. Twitter will also be updating you on our progress.

Ilam fHall update 25th May 6:00pm

Here we are on Thursday evening enjoying free time out in the evening sun after busy day. This morning we went on the hill climb and despite it being a hot day the children managed admirably well. All reached the top and found their way back down successfully with big smiles upon their faces. To top off a successful morning the ice cream van was in the village and to the ice cream ladies surprise she had 40 enthusiastic customers.

This afternoon we had games on the field and then enjoyed two activities inside to get a rest from the sun. The children designed 'egg rockets' and made their Ilam bags.

This evening after dinner we will do indoor archery and beaded geckos with the final groups.

We can't believe how quickly the time has gone and although the children are looking forward to coming home, they are very sad with the thought that we will be leaving tomorrow.

Ilam Hall Update 25th May 2017 9.45

Another amazing nights sleep at Ilam Hall, the children have been amazing. Last night we did our indoor archery and our clay owls activities. We are getting ready now to go on our big walk up the hill.

Ilam Hall update 24th May 2017 6.00pm.

We have had the most amazing weather today! After a hearty breakfast we went orienteering in the Ilam Hall grounds using the iPads to read QR codes to find clues to solve the puzzle. The children worked well as teams taking turns to read the maps, record the answers and operate the iPads. At the same time they enjoyed the grounds and all they had to offer.

In the afternoon it was team challenge time! There were a series of challenges for the children to solve however, success was dependant on the team spirit which was shown by all the children. A very successful afternoon.

Tonight after dinner we will be doing clay owls and indoor archery, finishing with our night time treat of hot chocolate.

Ilam Hall Update 10.45pm

Children all in bed and asleep after a fun packed evening making clay models and beaded ghekos. We are looking forward to orienteering and the team challenge activities tomorrow. The children have been superbly behaved and we are very excited about tomorrow.

Ilam Hall 23rd May 2017 6.45pm update

After a smooth journey we arrived at Ilam Hall ready for our first exciting day. The children were very excited when they saw Ilam Hall looming in front of them. We had our lunch in the sun and then enjoyed the field for a bit of free time. After this we went on our stepping stones walk and all the children went across confidently and safely. For some the best part was the ice creams however for others the best part was the sheep poo! The children coped well with a fairly long walk on a very sunny day. Thanks to all the sun hats and the sun cream the children were prepared and safe in the sun.

They have just settled into their rooms and are very excited about their first night. Currently they are enjoying games times on the field before going to the dining hall for dinner.