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2026 Summer-Trip Information
2026 Summer-Trip Information
This academic year, we have booked a trip for our P7 pupils to go to Active Outdoor Pursuits Centre Craigower Lodge in Newtonmore on our residential summer trip. The residential experience is something that is dear to our hearts at Kemnay Primary School, and this is an excellent opportunity for our children to have a great experience and learn new skills. We will leave school on Monday 20th April and return on Friday 24th April 2026.
Active Outdoor Pursuits, Craigower Lodge, Newtonmore
Accommodation
Accommodation
Lounge
Lounge
Dining Room
Dining Room
The details
The details
The cost of the trip will be shared with parents with a suggested payment plan. You can of course settle any balance before this if you wish.
There is a non-refundable £50 deposit to secure your child's place on the trip. Any balance (minus the £50 deposit) can be refunded up to Monday 23rd March 2026. From this date the full balance becomes non-refundable.
Adults: The group leader is class teacher Mr Young supported by Head Teacher, Mr Williams. The class will also be joined by class teachers, Mrs Duffy (Mon-Wed) and Mrs Allanach (Wed-Fri) and another female adult yet to be confimed (likely to be another teacher in the school).
Departure from School: Monday 23rd April 2026 @9.15am. Please arrive between 8.30-8.50am to register, hand in phones any medicines.
During the week: Photographs will be shared on our school Facebook Page. Please make sure your permissions are up to date if you would like them included. A short video will be made upon our return and shared with all families to reminisce over the trip.
Departure from Craigower: Friday 27th April 2026 @11am. The journey will take approximately two and a half hours. Progress will be shared on Facebook and/or Groupcall.
EMERGENCY: If you need to contact the group leader please phone the centre on 01540 210000. The group leader will have all of your details so contact will be made if there is any concern at all.
The presentation
The presentation
Kemnay PS PDF Craigower Parents Presentation 2026.pdfFrequently Asked QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked QUESTIONS
Do we need pocket money?
There are no shops so no money is needed.
Are we allowed hair dryer/ straighteners?
Yes, you are able to bring hair dryers and straighteners.
Are we allowed spray deodorant?
You can bring spray deodorant with you, but roll on deodorant is preferable, as overuse of sprays can set off the fire alarm!
Can we take digital watches?
Yes, but they are your own responsibility to look after them. Unfortunately watches with in-built cameras are not permitted.
Do children need sleeping bags and pillows?
No bedding is provided.
Can we take our own wetsuits?
You are welcome to bring your own wetsuit but it must be full length.
Can we take cameras?
No, the school staff will be taking plenty of photos and sharing them with families.
Can we take mobile phones?
Yes, but these are handed into the school staff at departure. Please be warned that the location is remote and a signal is not guaranteed.
Each day the pupils will have 1/2hr to make calls from a secured location usually after dinner time.
QUESTIONS?
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions about anything at all regarding the trip, please don't hesitate to get in touch. No question is too big, or too small, or too silly. We will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible.
Contact the office:
kemnay.sch@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Telephone: 01467 536960
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