I'm sure you are all well organised and don't need this set of reminders but just in case you want a last minute check list, here it is......For handing over to your group teacher on Sunday morning:
Passport (please don't put these in bulky passport covers as this makes them more difficult for staff to handle. A removable sticky label with your name on the outside of the passport would be appreciated)
EHIC card
Pocket Money
Medical Up-date form and any prescription medicines you are curently taking.
It would be really helpful if all the above were in a large envelope with your name clearly written on the outside when you hand them over.
Luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg of hand luggage. 20kg if much more than you need for six days so try to pack less than this and limit yourself to a small/medium sized suitcase or holdall.
Hand luggage should ideally be a small day rucksack (or similar) which you can use when we go out each day. No other hand luggage!
If you are locking your case, make sure you bring the key
You must have stout footwear for your first afternoon in Iceland so I'd recommend you wear this for travelling as it will release space in your luggage. Make sure your study guide and cameras are accessible - either in your hand luggage or the top of your suitcase.
The weather forecast for next week looks cool and unsettled so ensure you have waterproofs with you.
It is standard practice in Iceland to remove outdoor shoes when going 'inside'. You should therefore bring something like flip flops to wear indoors or else be prepared to walk around in your socks.
Remember your camera, batteries, chargers for cameras etc. and a European adaptor for any electronic equipment.
Prepare to make an emotional farewell to your mobile phone. You CAN survive without it for a week, you know!
We may have access to a DVD player so you might wish to bring a DVD with you (no 18+ films, please)
Finally, make sure you get a good night's sleep tonight and go to bed early tomorrow!
Any last minute questions, phone school today and they will contact me or use my school email address and I will check this later.
