At Alderford Lake, we know that when schools plan a trip, safety comes first. While exciting activities and meaningful learning experiences are important, teachers and school leaders need complete confidence that pupils will be cared for in a safe, structured, and professionally managed environment.
That’s why we are proud to be an AALA-licensed activity centre, meeting the highest national standards for delivering adventure activities to young people.
What Our AALA Licence Means For Your School
AALA (Adventure Activities Licensing Authority) licensing is a legal requirement for providers offering certain outdoor adventure activities to under-18s. Holding this licence means we are independently inspected and regularly monitored to ensure our safety standards are consistently met.
Our AALA licence confirms that we meet strict requirements across:
This isn’t self-assessment, it’s ongoing, external verification.
Why Schools Trust Alderford Lake
For schools, choosing an AALA-licensed provider like Alderford Lake removes uncertainty. Our licence supports your safeguarding responsibilities and provides reassurance to parents, governors, and trusts.
It also helps schools demonstrate:
We work closely with teachers to ensure every visit is smooth, organised, and fully supported from arrival to departure.
Experienced Instructors & Active Supervision
All of our outdoor school activities are delivered by trained, experienced instructors who specialise in working with young people. Our team understands how to create sessions that are engaging, confidence-building, and safe.
Every activity includes:
We also work alongside teaching staff to maintain appropriate teacher-to-pupil ratios, ensuring pupils are supported at all times.
High-Quality Equipment & Structured Risk Management
Our AALA licence also means that all equipment used at Alderford Lake meets required safety standards and is regularly checked and maintained.
We provide:
Each session is backed by detailed risk assessments and real-time decision making based on weather and group needs, ensuring safety without removing the excitement of outdoor learning.
A Safe Space For Confidence, Learning & Growth
At Alderford Lake, safety is not about limiting experience – it’s about enabling it. Our carefully managed environment allows pupils to try new things, work together, and step outside their comfort zones with confidence.
Our AALA-licensed programmes help pupils:
This balance between adventure and reassurance is what makes our school trips so effective and memorable.
Our Commitment To Schools
By choosing Alderford Lake, schools are choosing a venue that is:
We take pride in delivering outdoor school trips that teachers can trust and pupils will remember for all the right reasons.
