Schools and Organised Groups
Education Other Than At School
Alternative Outdoor Learning & SEND-Inclusive Provision at Trevassack Lake in Cornwall
To discuss how our EOTAS and outdoor alternative provision could support a young person, or to arrange a visit to Trevassack Lake, please contact us. We are always happy to show you the site and explain how we can adapt activities to meet individual needs.
Children’s Sailing Trust now provides EOTAS (Education Other Than at School) provision from our fully accessible site at Trevassack Lake, Garras, Helston. Our programmes offer a calm, nature-rich environment where young people can learn through outdoor, experiential and practical activities designed to re-engage them in education.
We support students who benefit from alternative provision, including those with SEND, anxiety, school refusal, or barriers to accessing a traditional classroom. Each programme is built around the individual learner and can be aligned with EHCP outcomes, school goals, and Local Authority requirements.
What Our EOTAS Provision Can Offer
We work closely with schools and home education groups from all over mid and West Cornwall. All of our instructors are fully qualified, DBS checked and passionate in sharing their skills with students on the water.
Our sessions help young people:
• Re-engage with learning through hands-on, active experiences
• Build confidence, independence and resilience
• Develop communication and social interaction skills
• Strengthen emotional regulation and overall wellbeing
• Experience positive, structured activities outside school
All sessions are delivered by qualified instructors experienced in adapting activities for diverse learning needs and providing trauma-aware, supportive guidance.
For more information, please email schools@childrenssailingtrust.org.uk
Water-based Outdoor Learning
We offer a wide range of accessible watersports and water-based learning activities, including:
• Paddleboarding
• Kayaking
• Raft-building
• Powerboating
• Supported rides on our accessible floating pontoon
• Sailing in our Lugger, small dinghies, or accessible Hansa dinghies
Water sessions help students develop coordination, focus, confidence and a sense of achievement in a peaceful, natural setting.
Land-based Activities and Nature Learning
Our land-based provision includes practical outdoor skills, creative projects and nature-based learning:
• Improvised shelter building
• Outdoor wellbeing and nature exploration
• Craft activities such as kite making
• Waterside games and student-led activities
We are currently expanding our land-based provision to offer forest-school inspired activities on our far bank, reached by a short boat trip to add gentle adventure and independence.
Fully Accessible Facilities
Trevassack Lake is one of the most accessible outdoor learning sites in the region. We offer:
• Accessible pathways and buildings
• A hoist-equipped floating pontoon
• Adapted and specialist watercraft
• A wide range of equipment for students with physical disabilities
This ensures both water- and land-based activities can be enjoyed safely and confidently by young people with varying needs.
Outdoor adventure days
Working With Schools, Local Authorities & Families
We work closely with schools, Alternative Provision Academies, Local Authorities, SEND teams, and families to create safe, purposeful, individualised learning plans. Sessions can be delivered one-to-one or in small groups, and can form part of short- or long-term EOTAS placements.
