Serre Chevalier 2015: Basic kit list

This is the basic list.  We are expecting the resort to be snowy and the weather when skiing will be cold (apologies for stating the obvious!), so the thermal base layers and really good gloves will be important.

We don't recommend taking mobile phones and other expensive electronic paraphernalia as some of it always gets lost.  The staff will not have time to look for lost gadgets, so please only bring things that are heavily insured or that you are prepared to risk losing.  If pupils do bring mobile phones, we will be asking for their numbers.  If parents want to speak to a member of staff during the trip, one of us will have the College mobile phone, the number of which is 07854 983257.

General:

Normal everyday clothes for wearing around the hotel
Normal washing equipment for use in the hotel
Nightwear
Towel
Swimming kit (in case a visit to the local pool is arranged)
Outdoor clothes and suitable footwear for use in cold, snowy conditions
Hats, scarves, gloves etc.
Spending money changed into euros. Around 100 euros should be plenty.  Staff can look after money if given to us in a named envelope (not a bulky wallet).

For the skiing:

Thermal base layers
T-shirts, sweatshirts
Salopettes or ski trousers
Ski socks (several pairs)
Ski jacket
Ski gloves
Ski goggles
Balaclava or thermal face protection would be useful
(We will be wearing helmets, so most hats will not fit inside)
Ski goggles (normal sunglasses are not appropriate)
Sun cream, lip balm

We will have medical kit with us, but if pupils require us to look after any medical requirements whilst away, please clearly name and hand to a member of staff.  Accompanying staff hold current first aid certificates.

Equipment provided at Serre Chevalier:

Ski boots
Ski poles
Skis
Helmet
If you have your own helmet and wish to bring it, you may do so, but please pack it in the suitcase, not the hand luggage (airlines sometimes object to helmets in the cabin!).