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Residential Off-Site Visits
There are a range of resources available to schools when arranging residential off-site visits, including a training package and various guidance.
For access to the training site, please contact schooltriprequests@eastlothian.gov.uk
The modules covered in the training are:
Module 1 – Legal & Procurement
Module 2 – Insurance
Module 3 – Supplier List & Pre-Approval
Module 4 – Finance
The training provides an overview of the process for arranging residential off-site visits and there is an assessment at the end of each module.
All trip leaders must complete the training package prior to planning or provisionally booking a visit and it is highly recommended that other school staff involved in the process complete the training also.
PC(C) - Residential Visit Sign Up Form
PC(D) - Residential Visit Young Person Final Information Form
Going out there - Scottish Government Guidance for Off-site Visits
ELC Guidelines: Safety and Good Practice in Managing Off-Site Visits (including Adventurous Activities)
Transport Services Handbook
Residential Off-Site Visits Process Flow Chart
ELC Purchase Card Procedures
ELC DSM Financial Procedures for Schools
School Purchase Card Guidance
Under £15k Procurement Record
Single Source Application Form (SSAF)
Procurement Initiation Document (PID)
Residential Visits Procurement Guide
UK Supplier List
Supplier List - International
Insurance - Summary
Insurance - Key Facts
Insurance – Policy Summary
School Visits Wider Acheivement and Equity
School Visits Parent/Carer Leaflet