In School wild camp
This is a local, affordable overnight adventure for primary schools in Sussex.
Why schools choose a local campout
For many children, sleeping away from home is a big step.
Some are excited immediately. Some need reassurance. Some surprise everyone, including themselves.
A school campout gives pupils the chance to experience independence, teamwork and responsibility in a familiar, supportive setting.
It can work brilliantly as:
A memorable Year 5 or Year 6 experience
A confidence-building outdoor learning opportunity
A local alternative to more expensive trips
A first overnight adventure for pupils who may not otherwise get one
A way to bring a year group together through shared experience
Designed around your school
Every school site is different, so we keep the model flexible.
We work with you to shape a campout around your pupils, your grounds, your staff capacity and your budget.
The aim is simple: to make overnight outdoor adventure realistic for more schools and more families.
Affordable for schools and families
We know school budgets are stretched. We know families are under pressure too.
That is why our campout model has been built to keep things local, simple and cost-effective, while still giving children a genuine overnight adventure they will remember.
No coaches.
No long travel days.
No complicated residential centre booking.
Just a well-planned school campout, delivered with care.
Parent feedback
“My child came home taller somehow. Not actually, obviously - but more confident, more independent and absolutely full of pride. It gave them the chance to be brave, try something new and realise they could do more than they thought.” Parent from 2026 Wild Camp
“I’m completely shocked that my child stayed overnight. We had tears all week in the lead-up, but Matt and the team made sure they felt supported, cared for and safe throughout. They absolutely loved it. Thank you so much.” Parent from 2026 Wild Camp
Talk to us about your school
We are currently speaking to local schools about campout opportunities for Year 5 and Year 6 pupils.
If you would like to explore what could work for your school, we would be happy to arrange a short meeting with your Headteacher, SLT or outdoor learning lead.
We can talk through the idea, what is possible on your site, and how we can shape something that works for your pupils, families and budget.
Interested in a school campout?
Get in touch to arrange a conversation.
Wild School Camp in Sussex
Give your pupils the chance to camp out, build confidence and experience a night away from home, without the cost, travel or complexity of a full residential trip.
Kids Adventurist now offers simple, safe and cost-effective school campouts for local primary schools, much like the recent successful campout delivered with Year 5 pupils at Saltdean Primary School.
This is not about shipping children off miles away. Or replacing typical year 6 residnetial tirps.
It is about giving children a proper adventure close to home and building their resilience to bigger adventures in the future.