We have been awarded both the Learning Outside the Classroom (LOtC) Quality Badge and Adventuremark accreditation following an inspection earlier this month.
The LOtC Quality Badge is the only national award that assesses both the quality of risk management and educational provision across all types of learning outside the classroom providers. Recognised by the Department for Education, it’s a trusted mark for schools and community groups that demonstrates the quality and safety of our educational experiences. The award is administered by the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom (CLOtC).
Alongside this, we’re also thrilled to have achieved Adventuremark accreditation, which confirms that we meet the required standards for the safe delivery of adventure activities as defined by the Adventure Activities Industry Advisory Committee (AAIAC).
This is the sixth year that the charity has received both the LOtC Quality Badge and the Adventuremark accreditation.
Tamzin Glindon, our Activity Centre Manager, said: “Being awarded both the LOtC Quality Badge and Adventuremark accreditation is a fantastic achievement for all of us. It highlights our commitment to providing children with safe, meaningful and high-quality activities that help them build confidence, discover new skills and see new possibilities for themselves. I’m so proud of the whole team for always putting safety first and for their dedication to creating experiences that truly make a difference.”
Dr Anne Hunt, Chief Executive of the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom, added: “Educational visits are among the most memorable experiences in a child’s school life. The LOtC Quality Badge offers teachers reassurance that the venue provides high-quality educational experiences and has appropriate risk management structures in place, meaning less paperwork for schools and peace of mind for teachers. I congratulate Leeds Children’s Charity at Lineham Farm on being awarded the LOtC Quality Badge.”
We’re incredibly proud of Tamzin and the entire team for their hard work and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and learning for every child who visits Lineham Farm.
For more information about the LOtC Quality Badge and Adventuremark certificate, please visit www.lotcqualitybadge.org.uk and/or www.adventuremark.co.uk.
