When schools begin planning reward days, transition events or end-of-term experiences, one question often comes up: how can we provide meaningful school enrichment activities that are engaging, affordable and genuinely beneficial for students?
At Big Blue Surf School, we work with primary and secondary schools across Cornwall and the South West to deliver coastal activity days that build confidence, resilience and teamwork. A surf experience offers far more than just time in the sea. It provides structured learning, personal development and a memorable shared experience that students talk about long after the day ends.
Modern education is about more than academic attainment. Schools increasingly recognise the importance of personal development, wellbeing and social skills. Carefully planned school enrichment activities can:
For reward days and transition days in particular, enrichment needs to feel special. It should motivate students while reinforcing positive behaviour and effort.
Reward days work best when they feel genuinely exciting. Surfing delivers exactly that.
Students step outside their usual setting and into a dynamic coastal environment. They learn new skills, support one another and experience success in a completely different context. Many pupils who may not always shine in the classroom discover confidence in the water.
Our structured surf sessions are ideal school enrichment activities because they combine fun with clear learning outcomes. Students learn about:
The result is a day that feels like a celebration while still contributing to personal growth.
Moving from primary to secondary school, or between key stages, can be a daunting time. Transition-focused school enrichment activities can help students bond and feel more secure before stepping into a new environment.
A shared challenge, such as learning to surf, encourages communication across friendship groups. Students quickly realise they need to support and encourage each other. The sea becomes a level playing field where effort and positivity matter more than labels.
Teachers often tell us they notice improved group cohesion after a coastal activity day. That sense of shared achievement carries back into school life.
Although enrichment days sit outside normal timetables, they can still complement curriculum areas. Our surf sessions naturally connect to:
This makes them particularly effective as well-rounded school enrichment activities, rather than simply a day away from school.
Affordability is always a key consideration. We understand the pressures schools face, which is why we offer competitive group rates for school bookings.
Every session at Big Blue Surf School includes:
We work closely with teachers to ensure each day runs smoothly from arrival to departure. Our team understands how schools operate and how important safeguarding and organisation are.
Cornwall’s coastline offers a natural outdoor classroom. The combination of fresh air, open space and structured activity creates an environment where students can thrive.
Being by the sea naturally promotes wellbeing. Students disconnect from screens, move their bodies and immerse themselves in a new experience. These benefits make coastal school enrichment activities particularly powerful at key points in the school year.
Located in Bude, Big Blue Surf School is ideally positioned for schools across Cornwall and the South West looking for accessible, high-impact activity days. If you wish to visit nearby Widemouth Bay, then check out OA Surf Club.
The best school enrichment activities create lasting memories. Students return to school proud of what they achieved. Teachers return with stronger group dynamics and renewed energy within their classes.
Whether you are planning a reward day, a Year 6 leavers’ celebration, or a transition event, a surf experience offers a balance of excitement, development and genuine educational value.
If you are looking to organise affordable school enrichment activities in Cornwall, get in touch with Big Blue Surf School to discuss your group and available dates. We would be delighted to help you create a day your students will never forget.
