Agape - Schools Initiative

schools initiative programm e

the experience of a lifetime, made simple for schools

• Dedicated trip advisor to help you complete the booking • A dedicated guide from departure to return • Streamlined booking process and preparation for your trip • Experience everything from Safari to Volunteering • Enhance your class UCAS applications & experience

why agape The Agape Schools Initiative aims to make the volunteering experience accessible to A-level students, by helping schools to organise trips to our flagship outreach programmes in Nairobi, Kenya. Money as yet cannot cure HIV, nor can it bring back an orphan’s parents, but if a volunteer from your school can bring a smile to that child’s face, then they have given something truly valuable. By working with schools, we hope we can reach out to the next generation of young, enthusiastic volunteers – and help them reach out to other young people in need.

changing young people’s lives We hope that a school trip with Agape will be an unforgettable, eye-opening and life-changing experience for your students – a chance to try new skills, discover a new culture, and make a real difference to the lives of those in need. Our 7, 10 and 14 day programmes are designed to provide real experience of volunteer aid and charity work, while also giving you and your students a chance to explore Kenya’s incredible landscapes and fascinating culture. Whether it’s working with orphans and schoolchildren at the Agape Hope Centre, helping to distribute essential aid at a refugee camp, exploring Nairobi City, climbing Mount Kenya, or taking a safari on the Maasai Mara, a trip with Agape will expand their horizons.

the benefits of a school trip with agape: • an experience that will enhance future CVs and UCAS applications • a different and rewarding way to contribute to Duke of Edinburgh Award requirements • valuable experience for those hoping to make the most of a gap year in the near future • a chance to help those in need and effect real change for the better

why take a trip with agape safety Agape Volunteers is registered charity (Reg. No. 1143560), approved by the British Charities Commission. Founded and run by an experienced team of former volunteers, both in the UK and in Africa, Agape has the expertise needed to guide you and your students safely through their volunteering experience – and we’ve got the spotless track record to prove it. As part of the schools package we offer, you and your students will be accompanied by a dedicated member of Agape’s UK staff, who will guide your group through their volunteering experience from departure lounge in Heathrow until their return to the UK. With extensive knowledge of Kenya and Agape’s projects across Africa, they will ensure that your trip is safe and well-informed.

support We understand how difficult it is to organise school trips, so we’ve made the process as streamlined as possible. We’ll work closely with you to provide all the necessary documentation, including travel insurance, risk assessment and medical information. We’ll reserve your flights and secure you a discount. Finally, a dedicated trip advisor and access to our online project management system will ensure preparation for your trip runs smoothly and efficiently. We even offer a presentation at your school for interested students.

package details and fees

The basic 7 day package includes a variety of volunteering and leisure activities. The longer 10 and 14 day packages open up further options.

All our packages include:

• presentation for interested students • a dedicated trip advisor • a dedicated guide • discounted flights • full insurance provided

• all travel within Africa • hosted and catered group accommodation • a full orientation course on arrival • risk assessment guidance.

basic 7 day itinerary 2 days at the Agape Hope Centre, our orphanage and school.

Students will help out in lessons and games; in the evening, there will be time for them to discuss their experiences and relax. Day trip to Nairobi City, including visits to the Animal Orphanage, Monkey Park, Crocodile Sanctuary, Elephant Orphanage and Maasai market.

1 day helping to distribute food and medical supplies in the IDP refugee camp. Day trip to Fourteen Falls nature reserve for a day of spectacular beauty and water-based thrills. 1 day sports outreach at the community centre, coaching and playing games with local children from the surrounding area. Day trip to Maasai-land for a taste of traditional tribal culture.

£290 per student

10 day package The 10 day package features an additional 3 day safari in the Maasai Mara national park, including hotel accommodation, catering, park fees, safari driver and tour guide.

£490 per student

14 day package The 14 day package allows for greater customisation of your school trip. Additional time can be assigned to any of the volunteer activities listed above, or the following optional activities can be taken advantage of: extended experience of tribal life in Maasailand, including overnight stay 1 day working with street kids in Nairobi 1 day in the Kabiero shanty town. This option may be particularly useful for students taking A-level Geography. 4 days climbing Mt. Kenya (additional fees apply)

£590 per student (£940 with Mt. Kenya climb)

things to know minimum group of 8 limited availability one school staff member per 8 students insurance provided - no excesses. risk assessment guidance

for more information www.agape-volunteers.com/schools-initiative

www.agape-volunteers.com info@agape-volunteers.com 0845 519 8469