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In many of our camps and communities we are working with indigenous people.  The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples gives us a chance to stop and think about what that means, how we are working and what the future of these relationships should be.

It is important to say that working with indigenous peoples is not a singular concept – each indigenous group, of course, has its own identity and to try and summarise “working with indigenous peoples” is a dangerous exercise.  Below is a small example of the sort of experiences that we have, but the beauty of this sort of thing is that there just is no normal.

The Brörán - Indigenous community in Costa RicaWe have been working with the Brörán indigenous community since first establishing Camps in Costa Rica.  They are a group of people with a very clear sense of their own identity and they are active both in protecting their rights – particularly to their land – and in working with other indigenous groups across the country and the world.

The strength of their own sense of self informs our work with the community.  In meetings with the community authorities we have conversations in which they are questioning western education, whether or not the Pan-American highway should have been built and the arrival from outside of the Christian church.  These are fundamental, base concepts of what life is about and how they want to live, and our conversations return to them frequently.  Yes, we talk about the practicalities of reforestation as well, but only once we have got beyond the more profound questions of life.

Paulino Najero, an indigenous leader

Paulino Najero, an indigenous leader, said to us, “The other society says put one thing in the ground and produce, produce, produce so you get money.  Our indigenous society says no, we say the opposite, put in a small amount of everything so that when a situation arises, an illness or a problem, you have something additional. Everything is complimentary.”  He is a man who reforested his own family’s land in the 1980s, decades ahead of the current conservation awareness of the “other society” – that being you and me of course.  Paulino, and the other community leaders, perceive themselves as having to take a stance against the “other” dominant culture.

The other society says put one thing in the ground and produce, produce, produce so you get money.  Our indigenous society says no, we say the opposite, put in a small amount of everything so that when a situation arises, an illness or a problem, you have something additional. Everything is complimentary.

Paulino Najero, an indigenous leader

The most important aspect of this is that they also think that the rest of us should be listening – and within the context of COVID, the climate crisis and economic inequalities, it is worth re-reading that quote from Paulino.  When working with indigenous peoples, you become very aware that there are those in the world with other ideas of how life should be lived, ideas that have the right to be aired  The Brörán want to communicate their ideas and, as they have lived according to their own traditions for many generations, in their land, with a relationship with that land which is sustainable and positive, we perhaps have a lot to learn from them.

So, while recognising the beauty of the differences in each community, perhaps one thing that is common across our experience of working with indigenous peoples is the process of learning.  We are, after all, establishing relationships that are long-term and reciprocal in their nature, and in which we never forget that we are on their turf.  The lessons might be different, but there is always learning to be done.

We have something to offer in being able to support indigenous communities in achieving the goals that they have identified for themselves, and they have something to offer us, in showing to our groups of young people that there are alternative, valuable ways of looking at the world that the students should recognise as a part of their own growth.      

DAMIAN SCOTT-MASSON, REGIONAL DIRECTOR LATIN AMERICA

Lesson plans and resource material on ‘Indigenous Rights: The importance of the world’s native people, with focus on Costa Rica’ is now available in the Real World Studies resource library.

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Real World Studies

Free Teacher Resources

GoAbroad Innovation in Online Programming 2021

Connecting your classroom with the real world

Camps International’s Real World Studies is an educational programme linking the classroom to our projects and partner communities in the real world. Our aim is to help teachers inspire and empower the next generation of global citizens.

Our resources support educators in enriching global curriculums, including the UK National Curriculum, the Australian Curriculum, IB, CAS and more, whilst enhancing students’ skills and their knowledge of our planet.

Along with our Climate Action Project, Real World Studies works to help students become Responsible Travellers.

As a Social Enterprise, we are proud to offer these materials free of charge, they can be accessed  by clicking below .

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Education happens both in the classroom and the real world

Real World Studies is both an ever-expanding set of educational materials and a philosophy of education. Our approach is grounded in the principle that the education of young people is one that takes place both in a classroom and the real world.

Created by a community of teachers and Camps’ local project experts, our materials and activities use Design Thinking methodology and link to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, giving students the tools to go on and create the world that they want to live in.

Real World Studies consists of a number of interlinked areas of activity, including:

  • Academic subject materials
  • Connect with Camps video-calls with local crew
  • Service work materials appropriate for CAS and D of E
  • Teacher seminars
  • In-country educational activities
  • Language development
  • Travel
  • In-community project work
  • Links to our Carbon Action Project
  • Links to our Responsible Traveller Training programme

We also have a selection of materials available in both English and Spanish and the ‘Connect with Camps’ meetings with our Latin American in-country team can be in either language.

‘Connect with Camps’ is the heart of the programme

It is in these live sessions that we see Real World Studies at its most effective. A conversation between students, growing into their role as global citizens, and our regional staff, with first-hand knowledge of the realities of working in sustainable development, can be a powerful educational moment.

In English or in Spanish, students join a ‘Connect with Camps’ call to discuss:

  • Real world issues
  • The UN SDGs, with people who live them day in day out.
  • The ethical responsibilities of travel within the context of being a fully-informed Responsible Traveller

The first ‘Connect with Camps’ calls were held within the context of a “virtual expedition” when travel was prevented by the COVID pandemic. They can still play that role, but they are now also excellent forums for students to prepare for their expedition as knowledgeable, Responsible Travellers.

To organise a ‘Connect with Camps’ call, please complete the request form below or talk to your regional expedition coordinator.  

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Connect with Camps Calls

Free, ready-to-use teaching resources

Designed to add authenticity to students’ learning experiences, our educational materials draw upon real-life examples from our unique network of permanent camps and our experience as leaders in sustainable travel. They also utilise relevant data from globally recognised sources – all in one place ready for you and your students to analyse in lessons.

Have a quick look at some of our sample resources below or click through to explore our full library.

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In line with the aims of our social enterprise, our resources are completely free for all teachers, regardless of whether your school is travelling with us.

However, the benefits to student development are hugely enhanced by the opportunity to apply the learning in real-world situations on expedition. The chance to engage with our projects, communities and local crew from the classroom, before meeting and experiencing these things first-hand, completely transforms the learning experience. This impactful educational journey is completely unique to Camps and unmatched by any other school travel provider.

If you’ve not already set up an expedition in your school and want to know more – please get in touch with us today.

Real World Studies was awarded the ‘Innovation in Online Programming’ at the GoAbroad Awards 2021, a recognition that we have provided an exemplary and intuitive
online experience in the field of international and experiential education.

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A final thank you for all of your help setting up the four fantastic calls with Ecuador, Cambodia, Kenya, and Peru! Our students learned a ton and were inspired by the incredible work your staff is doing. The students are now starting to work on how they will communicate the information they learned/raise awareness about the Climate Action SDG (and SDGs in general) at Loomis.

Marley Matlock, Loomis-Chafee – Real World Studies

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Social Enterprise is ‘a thing’ now but it certainly wasn’t when we kicked off in 2002.  When we started talking to people about our concept, the most common question was, ‘so are you a business or a charity?’

Eighteen years feels like a lifetime for us as we have lived and breathed Camps since day one.  In the big scheme of things, it’s not so long though and it’s amazing to see how far the social movement has come.  Top universities are teaching social enterprise alongside the more recognised mainstream business courses and most importantly consumers want to engage with brands that stand for something.

Understanding the story of a brand and being part of the journey, is now a big part of buying into any company that balances its need for profit with its commitment to causes.  Balance is key, you must be serious about commercial success and equally committed to the good stuff.

If you want to be different and look for fresh ways of living your life, then it’s inevitable that you are going to go through a lot of trial and error. Failure truly breeds success,’ if you have the stomach to keep getting back up and are ready to stay flexible and honest enough to learn and evolve from your mistakes.  We have made some shockers over the years but there’s no short cutting experience.

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We always knew what we wanted to achieve with our camps.  Improving the lives of the people that host us has always been paramount and once you make that call, you sign up to looking after the environment, the wildlife and everything that makes an impact to the communities.

The tough bit was working out how to make it pay.  If Camps isn’t financially sound, then we achieve nothing.  In the early days, we struggled to get this right and were constantly compromising the company to live up to our philanthropic commitments.

Amongst some of the important decisions we made, there are some that stand out.  We have always ignored the competition.  We make a point of focusing on what we do and how we can make it better.  It means that we charge a price that ensures the sustainability of everything we stand for, not influenced by the temptation of quick returns which invariably mean compromise.

We also created The Camps Foundation, a fully registered charity that shares a unique relationship with the business.  We use our company resources on a ‘not for profit’ basis, our staff and network of committed ex-clients and friends, to raise funds.  Camps International covers all administrative costs, salaries, etc. Every Foundation dollar is spent on our projects. The Camps Foundation is our way of demonstrating our unwavering commitment to the wide range of projects and activities that have been developed by Camps International since 2002 and encompasses all our corporate social activities.

Over the course of this year we will reflect on some of the key moments in our story, the ones that have shaped us and on which our culture is built.  If I am honest it is as much for us as anyone, but hope you enjoy sharing our journey.

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Our Impact

Tackling global challenges on a local scale 

At Camps, we are part of the communities we work with. That means we have a deep understanding of the challenges faced locally and we consult with local stakeholders to create real solutions. 

 Each of our projects is designed to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals, working towards tackling global challenges on a local scale. We understand that many issues in sustainable development are interconnected, and therefore take a holistic approach to developing our projects, tackling the most critical humanitarian, wildlife and environmental issues throughout the countries we work in.  Our projects focus on eight key areas of sustainable development: 

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Housing and welfare

The issues: It’s estimated more than 1 billion people worldwide are homeless and as many again may be lacking adequate housing. We believe everyone should have access to safe shelter.

Our impact: Our housing projects focus on building and renovating houses for the most vulnerable families. We also construct important community facilities and public amenities to help improve life for communities living in rural locations.

 

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No poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere

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Gender equality

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

8 Decent work and economic growth

Decent work and economic growth

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all

9 Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation

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Food and water security  

The issues: Clean safe drinking water is scarce. In fact, 1 billion people don’t have access to it. Food shortage also affects a large portion of the world’s population, with malnutrition causing 3.1 million child deaths annually around the world. 

Our impact: Our water procurement, conservation and storage projects have provided water for thousands of families worldwide. We work with communities to provide lasting solutions to food shortages and encourage self-sufficiency. 

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End poverty in all its forms everywhere

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Zero hunger

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture

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Clean water and sanitation

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

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Healthcare and sanitation

The issues: Lack of access to healthcare is a widespread problem within rural communities around the world, resulting in sickness and death that could be preventable with the right care. Poor sanitation at home is also a leading cause of disease, with around 2.4 billion people lacking access to a toilet.

Our impact: We have constructed hundreds of toilets and washing facilities in homes, schools and communities around the world. We’ve renovated and constructed vital medical facilities within rural communities and our healthcare outreach programme delivers treatment to thousands of people in isolated communities every year.

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No poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere

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Zero hunger

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture

4 Quality Education

Quality education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

5 Gender Equality

Gender equality

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

6 Clean water and santitation

Clean water and sanitation

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

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Education and training

The issues: Without access to a good quality education, children don’t get a fair chance in life. 124 million children are not enrolled in school. For those that are, 38% leave primary school without learning to read and write. Good schools and teaching can open the doors to fulfilling, productive and well paid employment, helping to break the cycle of poverty.

Our impact: Our school improvement programmes focus on constructing classrooms, teachers’ accommodation, libraries and learning facilities, as well as providing training and paying the salaries of local teachers. Through these vital projects, we have helped transform educational opportunities for thousands of children around the world.

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End poverty in all its forms everywhere

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Good health and well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

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Quality education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

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Sustainable livelihoods

The issues: There are around 900 million poor people in developing countries living on less that $1.90 a day. The poorest are living in rural areas and over half are under 18 years of age.

Our impact: We don’t believe in handouts – instead we work closely with communities to empower them to improve their own living standards, long-term. We have developed and provided ongoing support to a wide range of income generation activities including fishing, marine agriculture, farming, ecotourism, artisan crafts and forestry.

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No poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere

5 Gender Equality

Gender equality

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

8 Decent work and economic growth

Decent work and economic growth

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all

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Wildlife conservation

The issues: As many as 50% of all species on Earth are heading towards extinction by 2050. 99% of currently threatened species are at risk due to human activities.

Our impact: We work in 6 of the world’s biodiversity hotspots where we can make the most significant difference to vulnerable species. Our sustainable conservation programmes run alongside local organisations to mitigate human-wildlife conflict and protect vital habitats.

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Climate action

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

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Life below water

Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development

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Life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss

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Environmental protection

The issues: Human activities are having a catastrophic effect on our planet. More than 80% of the Earth’s natural forests have been destroyed for agriculture development or resources extraction.

Our impact: We are working to protect the natural environment through tree-planting, developing seedling nurseries, implementing effective waste management solutions, recycling projects and helping to tackle the root cause of environmental issues through local education.

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Climate action

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

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Life below water

Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development

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Life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss

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Animal welfare

The issues: The regions in which we work have some of the poorest animal welfare standards in the world. Domesticated animals, including livestock, are seen as a commodity and awareness of mental and physical needs are often overlooked.

Our impact: Our animal welfare projects focus on domestic livestock within the food chain. We provide appropriate shelter, veterinary treatment and improved living conditions for animals such as poultry, cattle, goats and guinea pigs.

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Zero hunger

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture

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Life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss

Our model for making change

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Listen to the locals

The community explain the challenges they face. We create the projects they believe are needed

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Build local, employ local

Our camps are built on community land, using local materials, employing local staff. A home for you in the hands of the community

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Create real impact

You work with incredible people. Real solutions for the real world

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100% commitment

365 days per year, since 2002

Documenting the work we do

Over the years we have worked on and completed hundreds of projects and every now and again, we love to shout about the great work our volunteers and staff do.

To see the full impact of our project model and our 100% commitment to the areas we work in, you can read all about it in our latest Project Reports.

Read our reports

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About Us

Ethical journeys with impact

We’re not like other school expedition providers. As a social enterprise, we are driven by our strong sense of purpose, which forms our foundation and determines every aspect of the way we operate.

We invest in building permanent camps in the heart of the places we care about. We commit to the highest standards of responsible tourism throughout all our operations. We work in partnership with local communities and employ a fantastically diverse team of passionate staff around the globe.

Most importantly, we put purpose before profit, always. We call this the Camps Effect and it is the engine that drives our positive impact – for the young people who travel with us and for the planet.

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We’re proud to be a social enterprise – a successful business with philanthropic aims at our heart

After a career as a British Army Officer, Camps founder and CEO Stuart Rees Jones spent several years leading expeditions to Tanzania and Kilimanjaro. He felt frustrated that he was unable to make a significant and lasting impact on the host environments and realised that a permanent camp, co-located and staffed by the community, could be a solution to delivering on local challenges.

And so Camps was born in 2002, starting with a single camp in Makongeni, Kenya. Camps’ founding team spent a couple of years developing our unique community-based model and we have now been able to emulate this in locations across East Africa, South East Asia and Latin America. We’ve hosted more than 30,000 travellers and completed over 200 transformative community, wildlife and environmental projects, helping to positively impact the lives of more than 100,000 people worldwide.

Over the years we have developed a real connection with the people, wildlife and environments that our business is built around and had the privilege of working with the huge diversity of inspiring people worldwide, that make up our brilliant team.

Our locations may have expanded, but our model remains the same: we listen to the locals, build locally, employ locally and commit – 365 days a year, every year.

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Camp Tanzania opens
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Camps Foundation (charity) established
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Asia Office & Camp Borneo opens
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Camp Cambodia opens
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Camp Ecuador opens
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UAE office & Camp Uganda opens
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Australia office & Camp Malawi opens
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Camp Nepal opens
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‘Real World Studies’ free teaching resources launched

What makes us different?

It is thanks to our unique social enterprise model that we are able to provide exceptional experiences and create long-lasting positive impact.

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Our culture

Driven by passion, integrity and the desire to make a difference

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Our people

Over 170 wonderfully diverse staff around the globe

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Our ethos

A commitment to creating positive impact, driven by purpose before profit

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Our camps

Authentic accommodation in the heart of the community, built and staffed by local people

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Global citizens

Broadening the minds of our travellers through meaningful international experiences

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Raising awareness

Taking action on critical issues and increasing support for causes through our global Camps family

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Authentic experiences

We stray from the tourist trail to connect you to the real world and real people

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Meaningful contributions

Giving back to the people and places we work with

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Opportunities for all

Ensuring equality and accessibility for everyone we work with

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Personal development

Challenging and supporting young people to realise their potential

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Responsible tourism

Commitment to the highest standards of ethics and sustainability

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Worthwhile projects

No ‘token projects’ – we work with locals to create genuine lasting impact

Our camps are based in some of the world’s most stunning and culturally rich regions. We operate in 16 countries—including Kenya, Tanzania, Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Borneo, Cambodia, Nepal, Thailand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, and Iceland. Every destination offers a unique experience, but all reflect the same Camps values, community focus, and high safety standards.

Thanks to our global infrastructure, we are able to offer alternative locations if you’re unable to travel to your original expedition destination.

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Want to know more?

From our local staff to keeping you safe, find out what makes a Camps expedition.  

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INFORMATION FOR SCHOOLS

Exceptional experiences that go beyond the classroom

We’ve been working with teachers that share our passion since 2002 and have a bunch of fantastic ex-teacher employees in our team. So, we really do understand the extreme workload and time constraints that teachers face, which often results in feeling overwhelmed at the prospect of preparing for a successful school expedition.

As the experts in ethical school expeditions, we make it easy for teachers to provide their students with the life-changing benefits of educational and meaningful travel. We are dedicated to providing the most impactful school expeditions out there – creating the best experiences for students whilst making the most positive impact on the planet.

All of this is delivered through our unique social enterprise model of locally built and staffed camps, purpose built for school groups in some of the world’s most culturally and environmentally diverse locations.

We work with over 1,000 schools from more than 30 countries to launch successful expeditions around the world, with a proven track record of quality and safety. So, you can rest assured we’ll create an unforgettable experience for your school team.

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It’s easier than you think

We put in the work, so you don’t have to. You’ll have the full support of your locally based Expedition Coordinator and the rest of our expert team, from the moment you meet us to when you land back home.

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Introduction meeting

Meet with one of our Expedition Coordinators to simply find out more information. All our Expedition Coordinators are experts in travel, have visited our camps themselves and have a wealth of expedition fundraising knowledge.

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SLT sign-off

We’ll meet with your Senior Leadership Team to ensure they are fully informed and comfortable before signing off the expedition. Our experienced Expedition Coordinator will also help to select and support the right teacher to lead your team.

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Student and parent presentations

We’ll come into your school to deliver two inspiring and informative presentations – one to students and one to both students and parents about a week later. We’ll provide detailed information on this exciting opportunity and answer any questions. 

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Full support throughout your journey

Our dedicated team of travel experts are on hand to personally support you and your team every step of the way. We will handle all payments and trip administration as well as running fundraising meetings and providing a wealth of resources and support to help every student reach their fundraising goal.

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A unique learning environment

Choosing to travel with your students is one of the most rewarding things you can do as a teacher. You’ll help them to expand the limits of their comfort zone, whilst developing key life skills that provide valuable building blocks for the personal and professional futures. Rather than dealing with theory and principles, students will be involved in experimental learning which allows them to live out the results of their decision-making.

The powerful lessons learnt through an expedition start from the moment students sign up, throughout the fundraising and expedition journey and beyond.

Our expeditions have been developed over many years by our passionate and experienced team who are experts in educational travel. Itineraries offer a blend of project work, adventure and cultural immersion, designed to create life-changing experiences and meaningful, lasting impact – for our travelling students and teachers and for the places they visit.

“The best thing I have ever done in 32 years of teaching! The impact on students was nothing other than awesome. Truly inspirational” – Julia, Travelling Teacher

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A development opportunity for your school

A Camps International expedition is also an excellent development opportunity, with huge benefits to your school and teachers such as:

  • Outside the classroom learning opportunities
  • Raising the profile of the school
  • Improved relationships between students and staff
  • Attractive offering for new and existing students
  • CPD and further training opportunities for staff
  • Subject-related travel experiences for lead teachers
  • Improved sixth form retention
  • Building meaningful international links
  • Opportunity to play your part in global change
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Keeping your team safe

Unlike most expedition companies, we own or manage our ground operations within the countries we work, which means we can provide you with an unparalleled level of safety and support on your expedition. Our operations rooms are staffed 24/7 with live communications to all our camps, teams and our supporting network including hospitals.

We put safety first:

  • We adhere to a minimum 1:10 ratio of supervisory adults to students and ensure every team is accompanied by an experienced and qualified expedition leader – not forgetting all our wonderful local staff
  • We hold the BS8848 British Standard
  • We hold the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge, which is your assurance that we have been thoroughly checked and have all the necessary risk assessments and crisis responses in place

…that makes the sign-off process for you nice and easy.

We also offer our lead teachers an opportunity to undertake a one-week teacher familiarisation trip, to visit our camps and projects before the expedition so that they can undertake their own risk assessments.

Our safety in detail

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Choose from unique experiences across four continents. Whichever of our destinations you travel to, you’ll get to explore some of the world’s most spectacular and diverse locations whilst staying in our locally built and staffed camps.

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SCHOOL EXPEDITIONS
WITH IMPACT

Experts in sustainable student travel since 2002. Discover our fully supported ethical journeys.

Challenge your view of the world

As a global social enterprise, we connect you with the real world and real people. The result? Incredible expeditions that create a lasting positive impact – for our travellers and for the planet.

Life-changing expeditions in four continents

Experience authentic culture and environmental diversity in our unique network of permanent camps – built and staffed by local people and based right in the heart of amazing communities.

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Why choose Camps?

We’re not like other school expedition providers. As a social enterprise, we are driven by our strong sense of purpose, which forms our foundation and determines every aspect of the way we operate.

We invest in building permanent camps in the heart of the places we care about. We commit to the highest standards of responsible tourism throughout all our operations. We work in partnership with local communities and employ a fantastically diverse team of passionate staff around the globe.

Most importantly, we put purpose before profit, always. We call this the Camps Effect and it is the engine that drives our positive impact – for the young people who travel with us and for the planet.

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Free teaching resources linked to global issues

Our approach is grounded in the principle that the education of young people is one that takes place both in the classroom and in the real world.  The global pandemic challenged us in this belief but out of adversity Real World Studies was born.  It is a growing, blended learning programme made up of over 200 educational resources, coupled with Connect with Camps online sessions, and it enables both teachers and students to link directly with our in-country teams to discuss global issues.

The programme is structured in such a way that they can be used either as a coherent programme of learning in themselves, or as a means of developing knowledge before future travel.
Created by a community of teachers and Camps local project experts, Real World Studies uses Design Thinking methodology and links to the UN SDGs to help our students become Responsible Travellers and work toward creating the world that they want to live in.

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Free Teacher Resources get innovation award
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