How Our counsellors & Instructors Keep Children Safe at Educamps Adventures

Parents want to know exactly who is looking after their children — and at Educamps Adventures, safety is built into every role on our team.

From our residential counsellors to our activity instructors, each team member is trained, vetted, and fully committed to creating a safe, supportive environment for every child and teen.

This guide explains how our people — not just our facilities — make our camps some of the safest in the UK.

1. Fully Trained Residential Counsellors On-Site 24/7

Our residential counsellors live on-site throughout the camp, offering constant support and supervision

They are trained in:

• Child safeguarding (Level 1–3 depending on role)

• Emergency response procedures

• Supporting homesickness and emotional wellbeing

• Nighttime supervision and incident management

• Daily wellbeing checks

Every dorm area has a counsellor assigned to it, ensuring young people always have someone they can turn to — at any time of day.

2. Expert Activity Instructors With Specialist Qualifications

Our activity instructors hold nationally recognised qualifications depending on their discipline, including:

• Paddle Sport Instructor (British Canoeing)

• Climbing Wall Instructor / Rock Climbing Leader

• Archery GB Leader Qualification

• Fencing Leader Qualification

• Outdoor First Aid (16-hour minimum)

• Lifeguard training

These qualifications mean activities aren’t just fun — they’re delivered with professional oversight and precise safety standards.

3. Rigorous Safeguarding & DBS Checks

Every team member undergoes:

• Enhanced DBS checks

• Reference checks

• Safeguarding training before camp

• Daily briefings on wellbeing and welfare

Safeguarding is at the heart of our operations, and children’s safety always comes before schedules or activities.

4. Leaders Assigned to Every Group

Throughout the week, children stay with the same group leaders — helping them build trust and feel supported.

Group leaders ensure:

• Headcounts before and after every activity

• Safe transitions between zones

• Encouragement and emotional support

• Someone always knows where each child is

This creates stability and safety in a new environment.

5. Constant Communication With Parents

Parents receive:

• Emergency contact numbers

• Arrival and departure instructions

• 24/7 contact with the DSL team

• Regular communication through leaders if needed

You’re never left guessing — you’ll always know your child is safe, happy, and cared for.