JCA are registered with and working towards the LOTC badge scheme and adventuremark. The badge will be a benchmark for good practice - recognising those organisations offering high quality teaching & learning experiences & managing risk effectively.

Schools play a central role in providing young people with the opportunity to experience outdoor education. Using badged organisations will enable teachers to plan high quality learning outside the classroom visits more effectively, while also helping to cut down on the paperwork involved in risk management planning.

Our courses focus on engaging and enjoyable learning, and encompass areas of the National curriculum that are often the most difficult to deliver in the school environment. They are cross curricular in their nature and therefore cover a number of key stage elements including English, Math's, Science, PE, PSE, Geography, History, ICT and Citizenship.

We believe that by achieving the quality badge and working together we can provide many opportunities for children and young people to experience the world beyond the classroom as an essential part of their learning and development. We recognise that quality learning experiences in ‘real' situations can raise achievement across a range of subjects and develop personal and social skills.

Our Manifesto Pledge to you, your school and your students

JCA is a leading provider of school activity courses in the UK. Operating from centres across the UK, we deliver high quality educational experiences that meet the needs of every individual.

Our courses encompass a range of outdoor activities which encourage personal and social development, inspire and motivate learning, foster independence and build confidence, all in a safe environment.

Our courses promote personal, social and health education by:

• Facing new challenges and overcoming fears
• Developing co-ordination and mastering new skills
• Developing effective communication skills
• Adapting to new situations and environments
• Solving problems and taking responsibility
• Encouraging discipline and self control
• Increasing self esteem and confidence
• Developing positive attitudes towards others and balancing points of view
• Promoting teamwork
• Gaining independence
• Promoting a healthy lifestyle

The importance of outdoor education is being recognised more than ever, with government initiatives such as "Every Child Matters" and the "Learning Outside the Classroom" Manifesto. We are delighted to be a signatory to the manifesto and are dedicated to its vision.

There are 7 JCA courses available for your group which meet the needs of every individual. Encompassing a wide range of outdoor activities to help develop understanding, knowledge and skills.