THE GREAT TEAM CHALLENGE
An energetic, collaborative workshop where pupils work together, communicate clearly and tackle challenges as a team.
The crew has been assembled. The maps are drawn. It’s time to set sail on a pirate quest in search of adventure, new lands and buried treasure.
But there’s one problem — no one can do this alone.
From the moment the journey begins, pupils must rely on one another to succeed. Whether navigating treacherous terrain, keeping the crew afloat in a sinking lifeboat or unlocking a mysterious treasure chest, every challenge depends on teamwork.
Through a series of fast-paced and imaginative tasks, pupils learn what it really means to work together — listening carefully, sharing ideas, supporting one another and playing an active role in the success of the group.
The workshop creates a fun, inclusive environment where pupils build trust, communicate effectively and discover how much more they can achieve when they work as a team.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Joining the crew
stepping into a shared adventure where everyone has a role to play
working together from the outset to complete the quest
Building teamwork skills
learning how to collaborate effectively as a group
understanding the importance of shared responsibility
Communicating clearly
practising listening, speaking and sharing ideas
learning how to contribute in a constructive and supportive way
Supporting and trusting others
encouraging teammates and building confidence together
developing trust through shared challenges and success
who it’s for
Suitable for KS1 and KS2, with activities adapted to suit the age, stage and needs of each group.
The workshop is particularly effective for developing teamwork, communication and collaboration within a class or year group.
HOW IT WORKS
Led by experienced ACTivate facilitators, the workshop is highly interactive and designed to build confidence through collaboration and shared experience.
Pupils are guided through a series of structured but playful challenges that require them to communicate, cooperate and support one another. The emphasis is on how the group works together, helping pupils understand the value of teamwork in a fun and memorable way.
WORKSHOP FORMATS
This workshop can be delivered in a range of formats to suit your timetable and cohort:
Half-day workshop
• Up to 3 hours (flexible to fit your school day)
• Suitable for one class or multiple groups
Full-day workshop
• Up to 6 hours (adaptable to your timetable)
• Allows for deeper exploration and extended creative work
Whole year / multi-group delivery
• Suitable for larger cohorts
• Multiple facilitators can work with groups simultaneously where needed
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