School Trip Ideas: News, Tips, and Inspiring Articles
Each new school term we add a range of new articles designed to give teachers and party leaders inspiration for their next school trip. For a range of topic ideas from workshops to overseas tours, check out the articles below.
From Reluctant Writers to Confident Storytellers: The Power of Drama in the Classroom
With such a strong national focus on raising literacy standards, many primary schools are asking the same question: how do we truly engage children in reading and writing? Recent data from the Department for Education suggests that over a quarter of pupils are still leaving primary school without meeting the expected standard in reading. At the same time, there’s increasing recognition that reading for pleasure plays a crucial role in building confidence, wellbeing, and stronger writing skills.
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Drama Hut Partner Programme Bringing learning to life - with more value built into every booking
Whether you’re booking a workshop for a single class or planning something across the whole school, our Partner Programme is designed to support your teaching, while rewarding your school as you go.
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Planning Overseas School Tours
Discover what schools should consider when choosing international trip destinations, including cost, timing, and education goals. We can help you plan memorable, budget friendly school group trips that align with your key learning outcomes.
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The View from the Peak
As we prepare to welcome your group for an unforgettable residential stay in the Peak District, we’re sharing exactly what makes Mount Cook Adventure Centre one of the UK’s premier school trip destinations.
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Discover The Birthplace Of In Flanders Fields In Ypres
Discover The Birthplace Of In Flanders Fields In Ypres | WW1 History. Explore the birthplace of the In Flanders Fields poem in Ypres. Learn about WW1 battlefields, Flanders Fields history, and memorial sites across Belgium. Ypres sits at the heart of Flanders Fields, the WW1 battlefield where John McCrae wrote In Flanders Fields in 1915. From the Menin Gate to Tyne Cot Cemetery, this guide covers everything teachers need to plan a school trip to the most significant WW1 memorial sites in Belgium.
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Essential Factors for Planning Successful School Trips Abroad: Expert Tips & Guidance
Planning a school trip abroad involves careful consideration of destinations, safety, accommodation, and learning objectives. This guide offers expert advice on choosing the right location, itinerary flexibility, safety measures, and effective planning to ensure a smooth experience for students and teachers.
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School Trips to Ypres: WW1 Battlefield History Tours for Secondary Students
For students studying the First World War, Ypres is one of the most curriculum-rich destinations in Europe. This historic Belgian town sits at the heart of the Western Front. Cemeteries, memorials, reconstructed trenches, and world-class museums give students direct access to the realities of the Great War. Rondo Travel builds Ypres school trips around your group's specific learning objectives. Our programmes support history, English literature, medicine in war, and remembrance study. Every itinerary reflects your curriculum aims and your students' stage of study.
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The Power of Place: Learning in Dorset’s Natural Landscape
Where a child learns can be just as important as what they learn. At Cumulus Outdoors, we are lucky to be based in one of the most visually striking landscapes in the UK. The area around Swanage offers a natural classroom where coast, countryside and history come together to create meaningful learning experiences. Here, the environment is not just a backdrop. It actively inspires curiosity, supports wellbeing and helps students build a deeper connection with the world around them.
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+Adventure: Going beyond the expected - Q&A
We talk to Matt Healey, Adventure Growth Lead at Field Studies Council about their new +Adventure residential trips.
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Keeping French Fun!
The best way to learn a language is to be immersed, and Voulez-Vous is fully French and fully fun from the start to the very end!
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Summer at Hindleap Warren: Where Confidence Grows Outdoors
Summer at Hindleap Warren has always felt particularly special. Deer roam freely, the forest floor warms beneath your feet, and the air buzzes with the kind of energy that only comes from groups of young people ready for adventure. For decades, Hindleap has welcomed young people to this peaceful corner of the Ashdown Forest, offering residential experiences that bring learning to life and help young people grow in ways other places simply can't match.
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Best UK Day Trips & Immersive Experiences Teachers Are Booking in 2026
Teachers! If you're already eyeing options to make the rest of your classes year fun filled with some great out of the classroom learning. Then look no further. Our site is full of live ideas that really help enhance the curriculum.
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Why Residential School Trips matter across all Key Stages
Planning a residential in the North East? Kabannas Newcastle offers teachers a safe, central and budget-friendly base in the heart of the city. With easy access to cultural landmarks, curriculum-linked attractions and outdoor learning opportunities, it's the perfect hub for unforgettable school trips that inspire every key stage.
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School Trip Accreditation
Lots of education providers sign up to a number of trusts and associations who inspect their potential members, before awarding them accreditation badges. But what do these badges mean for schools?
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Woodland Activity Days Proving Popular at Oaker Wood
A school residential or activity day at Oaker Wood gives children the opportunity to develop valuable life skills while enjoying the great outdoors. From learning practical survival techniques to gaining a deeper understanding of woodland animals and plants, pupils benefit from hands-on experiences that bring learning to life. At Oaker Wood, we have seen a growing interest in our Woodland Survival Days and Woodland Navigation programmes.
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Florida: The Place for Space
Florida is a premier destination for space education, blending a rich spaceflight legacy with cutting-edge innovation and hands-on learning. Home to Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral, the state offers students direct access to active launch sites and historic NASA missions. Florida Film and STEM Academy, located in the heart of this space ecosystem, provides hands-on programs that prepare students to engage with emerging technologies and help shape the future of spac
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Volcanic Lanzarote Geography School Trips with Rondo Travel
Discover Volcanic Lanzarote geography school trips with Rondo Travel. Curriculum linked fieldwork, UNESCO landscapes, and expert educational support.
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Opening Adventure to Everyone: Creating Truly Inclusive School Residential Experiences
Calvert Devon delivers inclusive school residential trips that support students of all abilities, including SEND groups and mixed-ability classes. With over 30 years' experience in outdoor education, we provide safe, supportive residential experiences that build confidence, teamwork and independence. Our lodge accommodation enables us to host up to 104 students and staff on site, making it ideal for large school groups. Through flexible activity programmes and experienced instructors, we help schools plan residential trips where every young person can take part and thrive.
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One Visit, Five Subjects - The Easiest Curriculum-Packed School Trip You'll Book This Year
Give your pupils an unforgettable immersive, hands-on learning experience covering history, science, geography, STEM and cross-curricular skills in one visit. The UK-first Immersive Learning Hub at Xscape Milton Keynes brings Ancient Egypt, Dinosaurs, Planet Earth, Space and a 360° Planetarium to life through interactive, curriculum-aligned learning. Designed for all learners, including SEND and Pupil Premium pupils, sessions are inclusive, low-pressure and engaging. £5 per pupil, teachers free. Minimal planning, maximum engagement - pupils leave curious, confident and excited about lea
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What does a visit to Oaker Wood look like!
Discover what a visit to Oaker Wood has to offer in this article. From residential stays to action-packed activity days, there's a wide variety of activities for everyone to enjoy.
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Four great reasons to take learning outdoors this spring and summer
We've made it halfway through the darker months, and soon longer days, blossoms, and waking wildlife will signal the start of sunnier seasons.
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Bringing History to Life: A Time-Travel Escape Room Experience with Puzzle Locker
Children of today are growing up surrounded by technology, and Puzzle Locker is at the forefront of a new, immersive way to learn. We caught up with the team behind Puzzle Locker to find out how their in-school escape room workshops are helping pupils travel back in time, practise their soft skills, and engage with the curriculum like never before.
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Theatre Workout turns 20 in 2026. We met up with Adam to discuss theatre, education & travel
Theatre Workout is a unique company, spanning the education, theatre, and travel industries, creating unique opportunities for schools to engage with creativity and culture first-hand. Their energy, passion, and expertise has won them many accolades, and exclusive partnerships with major shows, which is a testament to their core mission ' to champion drama in schools and theatre for young audiences.
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How to Write a Risk Assessment for a School Trip
Risk management is a crucial component of planning and executing an educational off-site visit. It is the responsibility of the visit leader to thoroughly review the risk assessments, identify any additional significant or foreseeable hazards beyond those listed. Read our guide.
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Exciting Upgrades at Walesby Forest's Tented Village
We're delighted to share some fantastic news from Walesby Forest! Our much-loved Tented Village is getting a significant upgrade, bringing even more comfort and versatility.
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Health and Safety Checklist for your next School Trip
Effective planning and thorough safety measures are vital for school trips. Key steps include conducting risk assessments, gathering medical information, briefing staff, checking venue and transport safety, and preparing for emergencies. Supervision, travel, accommodation, food safety, and clear communication are also essential. Following these best practices helps prevent accidents, manage risks, and ensure a safe, enjoyable experience.
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Hyett Education: Bringing AI Concepts to Life
To ensure that students gain a meaningful, foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence, practical, hands-on engagement is essential.
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Science Presenter (part time)
An outgoing, enthusiastic person with a passion for science. Confident to present to large groups of primary aged children.
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How Cumulus Outdoors Helps Anxious Pupils Emotionally Prepare For Residential Trips
A school residential should feel exciting for pupils and reassuring for families, yet it is completely normal for some children and parents to feel nervous in the lead up to the trip. At Cumulus Outdoors we understand this anticipation and work hard to create a safe, supportive and predictable environment long before pupils arrive on site. Our goal is simple. We want every child to feel ready for the adventure, every parent to feel at ease, and every school to trust that their pupils are in capable hands. Below is an in depth look at how we prepare anxious pupils and reassure parents.
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Taking a Long-Haul Trip or Expedition: What Schools Need to Know
Planning a school trip abroad is already a logistical task and a half, but when that trip becomes a long-haul or expedition style journey, there are extra layers of preparation and responsibility that you may not have considered. What makes a long-haul or expedition style school trip different from other overseas schools that you may be more familiar with? And how might you be able to plan it successfully?
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Inclusive School Trips - Supporting pupils with SEND
Planning a school trip is an exciting opportunity for pupils to learn beyond the classroom, but for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities it requires extra consideration to ensure everyone can participate fully and safely. As a teacher or trip organiser, creating an inclusive environment where all students feel supported is essential for a successful and memorable experience.
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Reading for Pleasure Teacher Training Resources that are Enthralling, Effective and Free
Your school is busy, budgets stretched, and demands high. But reading and writing for pleasure is not an 'extra' ' it's the foundation for developing confident, curious, and lifelong learners in all subjects. In association with BookTrust and English Hub, this article shares some of the ways Immersive Experiences can bring thousands of £s worth of experience and expertise to enhance your learners' literacy ' without bottoming out your budget.
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From Rockets to Robotics: Picking Your Ideal NASA Adventure
With options available at Kennedy Space Center, Johnson Space Center and the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, among others, how do you select the right option for you, and what are the key differences between the three?
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Lights, Code, Action! Florida Film and STEM Academy at the Heart of Central Florida's STEAM Scene
Central Florida isn't just where the world comes to play - it's where the future comes to learn. With world-class attractions, creative industries, and innovative education partners like Florida Film and STEM Academy, the region has become a global hub for hands-on STEAM learning that blends science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in unforgettable ways.
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Rondo Travel ' Educational Tours That Go Further
Rondo Travel plans school trips tailored from start to finish. For nearly 50 years, we design curriculum linked tours across the UK, Europe, and beyond. One dedicated specialist supports you from enquiry to return for a smooth, safe, stress-free process. We hold the LOtC Quality Badge, are ABTA and ATOL protected, and are founder members of the School Travel Forum with annual audits. Expect tailored itineraries for any subject and destination, with no extra charges for minor changes.
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Why Climate-conscious school trips matter: A guide for educators
Discover how schools can plan climate-conscious overseas trips that inspire students, protect the planet, and build lasting global responsibility.
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Join Hyett Education as a Workshop Activity Instructor!
Hyett Education are recruiting Computing/STEM workshop Instructors
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How Outdoor Learning Boosts Teamwork and Confidence
Outdoor activities encourage students to work together. Problem-solving tasks, team games, and group challenges require communication, collaboration, and leadership.
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Do you hate chasing parents about trips?
Hate school trip admin? Dread chasing parents for payments? Wouldn't it be lovely if someone, anyone, could do this for you? Theatre Workout's new booking platform can do most of this for you, so you don't have to!
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360° Digital Domes Cover ALL Subjects
Digital planetariums now offer more than just astronomy and Space. Our extensive immersive show catalogue also covers under the sea, geography, history, dinosaurs, evolution, maths, geology, human biology, environmental science, art and music. Your booking allows you an unlimited choice of shows with an unlimited number of performances!
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Outdoor Learning Just Got More Accessible
Outdoor learning enhances confidence, friendships, and well-being but is often hard to access due to rising costs. At Peak, we've lowered our residential trip prices for Autumn 2025/2026, making outdoor experiences more affordable. We can customise trips from one to four nights, helping students connect outdoors and away from screens. Additionally, our SEND Alternative Provision, supporting students with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges, is expanding with new mobile units across the North East, Lincolnshire, and West Sussex, bringing tailored outdoor education directly to schools.
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Tailored School Residential Visits: Shaping Unforgettable Experiences for Every Group
At Grafham Water Centre, we understand that no two schools-or students-are the same. That's why we specialise in creating bespoke residential visits that are as unique as your group. Whether you're looking to focus on outdoor adventure, curriculum-linked learning, team-building, or personal development, we work closely with you to design a visit that meets your exact needs.
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School Residential Camps by a beautiful sandy beach in Devon
UNESCO world heritage site, the gateway to the jurassic coast which starts at Orcombe point, Exmouth, Devon. That is where you will find us, our camp and us being busy at one of our watersports centres. The view from our campsite is extraordinary. The Red Rock of Exmouth is from the Triassic period over 250 million years ago. The rock was laid down near where the Sahara Desert sits today, burnt red rocks and wonderful yellow sandy beach and we have the privilege of having our camp and watersports centre at Orcombe point. Red Rock Outdoor Limited
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Ever Thought About Running Educational Workshops Yourself?
As teachers, we spend years researching and then inviting visitors into our classrooms - STEM specialists, sports coaches, theatre groups etc. You might have sometimes wondered: What would it be like to do that job instead? For many, the idea of stepping out of the classroom but staying in education is hugely appealing. You still get to inspire children and work with schools, but without marking piles, late-night planning or endless meetings and data drops. That's why more and more teachers are looking at education franchises in the UK as a flexible next step.
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Bringing Learning to Life: The Power of In-School Educational Workshops
Nowadays, getting students engaged beyond just regular classroom lessons is a fantastic way to spark curiosity, build confidence, and help them really understand what you're teaching. In-school workshops are super interactive, hands-on ways to boost your curriculum and keep students interested. We hear from teachers and providers all the time and they say that these workshops truly make a difference.
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Discover the Power of Outdoor Learning with Thornbridge Outdoors
Widening the horizons of young people through real outdoor adventures in the Peak District. Nestled in the heart of the Peak District, Thornbridge Outdoors offers impactful residential experiences for school groups that go far beyond what pupils experience in the classroom. Whether you're planning a one-night stay or a five-day adventure, our programmes are designed to inspire, challenge, and empower young people through meaningful outdoor learning.
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How to Use Storytelling to Capture and Share Trip Experiences
Narrating shared experiences helps pupils store memories more deeply, process the experience, and articulate their feelings, extending the learning beyond the end of the trip, leading to a richer learning experience. This short guide explores creative ways teachers can inspire pupils to capture and share their trip stories.
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The Science Behind Learning Outside the Classroom: Why Trips Work
Having worked around school trips for more than 20 years, we often hear how great they are for children. Teachers, parents, pupils, we all praise school trips, so they must be good. But why are they? This article is all about brain power as we explore the neuroscience and educational psychology behind experiential learning and why school trips matter.
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Managing Pupil Behaviour: What Works Best on School Trips?
Effective behaviour management on school trips is essential. We spoke to teachers at a number of schools to learn about some proven strategies and practical tips to help other teachers confidently handle behaviour on trips - hopefully making them smooth and successful for everyone involved.
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Tips for Running a School Trip on a Budget
Planning a school trip can be one of the most exciting parts of the school year. You know how much the children are going to enjoy the experience, and how much they are going to benefit from it educationally. But keeping the cost of your trip to a reasonable amount becomes essential if it is going to be able to go ahead. The good news? A well organised school trip doesn't need to break the bank.
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The Future of School Trips: Trends to Watch (VR, AI, Sustainable Travel)
As modern technology advances and awareness of our environmental impact grows, new opportunities are emerging and the future of school trips is evolving rapidly. We take a look at some of the exciting trends shaping how schools plan and experience education through school trips and workshops.
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Preparing for a workshop provider coming into school
How to ensure a smooth, successful visit from an external workshop provider In-school workshops are a brilliant way to compliment your classroom learning without the logistical challenges of a full school trip, but they still require preparation to make sure everything runs smoothly. Whether it is a history actor, a science presenter, or a drama specialist, making sure the right space, support, and expectations are in place can make all the difference.
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Battlefield & History Tours
Inspire learning by walking through history. Rondo Travel's Battlefield & History Tours are designed to make history meaningful for UK students by taking them beyond the classroom and into the heart of where it all happened. These tours support GCSE, A-Level and university-level learning by offering real-world insight into the events, places and people studied in British schools. From the trenches of the Western Front to Cold War Berlin, each destination is carefully chosen to deepen historical understanding, build empathy, and spark curiosity in young learners.
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The Best Autumn and Winter Residential and Day Trips at YMCA Fairthorne Manor
Just because the sun isn't out doesn't mean the fun stops. School Trips at Fairthorne run year-round for your students to enjoy adventure. The colder months are still an excellent time for residential and day trips full of team-building activities and adventure. At YMCA Fairthorne Manor, we offer indoor and outdoor activities to suit your students, and to be flexible around the British weather. Set within 95 acres of stunning Hampshire countryside, we offer an array of activities.
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The Importance of Teaching Skills in the Outdoors
As a teacher I reflect on both the good and bad learning experiences I have received to develop an effective learning plan when I teach.
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Top 4 Conservation School Trips
Take your students for a walk on the wild side with a conservation school trip overseas!
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Year-Round Adventures, Lifelong Skills
Hindleap Warren is an outdoor centre in Ashdown Forest offering adventure activities for schools and youth groups.
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Outdoor Education: Empowering Children with SEND
Residential
Peak's Development Programme offers children with SEND a barrier-free, outdoor learning experience that builds confidence and engagement.
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World's First Immersive Escape Rooms for Schools
Workshops
Imagine transporting your class through a magical portal to solve puzzles, earn points and collect artefacts!
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Christmas Markets School Trips & Tours for UK Students
Overseas
Spark festive joy and learning with Rondo Travel's Christmas market trips across Europe and London. Enrich, explore, and inspire!
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Get out into the great outdoors with Peak!
Residential
With so many activities on offer, why not turn your school trip into a residential stay?
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Amazing Autumn Residentials at Mount Cook Adventure Centre
Residential
There are loads of reasons to start your school year with a residential to Mount Cook Adventure Centre
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Creating Lasting Memories: Affordable School Trips with Cumulus
Residential
As teachers and parents, we all remember our own school trips and we want the same for our own children.
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The Benefits of Residential Trips: Why Avon Tyrrell is the Perfect Choice
Residential
Avon Tyrrell residential trips boost teamwork, resilience & confidence through outdoor learning & adventure activities.
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Walesby Forest to launch new Educational Recycling Initiative on Global Recycling Day
Residential
Walesby Forest is proud to announce the launch of an exciting new recycling initiative in collaboration with ROB and Enva.
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Discover Avon Tyrrell: Your Next School Trip Destination in the New Forest
Residential
Discover Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre - the perfect school trip destination for outdoor learning, adventure, and curriculum-linked experien
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Bringing history to life in your classroom with ReachOut Arts!
Workshops
Let ReachOut Arts take you back in time with their interactive, immersive workshops bringing history to life in your classroom!
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The UK's No.1 for VR Workshops
Workshops
Are you struggling to think of school trip ideas for some of your topics? How can you bring the outside world into the classroom?
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New Primitive Stone Age YouTube Channel
Workshops
The Stone Age Company is thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new YouTube channel, Primitive Stone Age
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Something for every Key Stage
Residential
Whether you come and explore the North West or the North East of England, Kabannas Liverpool and Newcastle are the perfect base for you!
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Outdoor Adventure in a Herefordshire woodland!
Residential
Nestled in a picturesque woodland setting, we are the premier destination for outdoor activities and glamping in Herefordshire.
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Free resource to plan, manage and deliver your school trip from Theatre Workout
Day Trips
Whether you book specific activities or the whole trip with Theatre Workout, we're here to support you every step of the way!
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Lanzarote: A Geography Student's Dream Destination
Overseas
Lanzarote: a geography student's dream! Explore volcanic landscapes, geothermal wonders, and sustainability in action.
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Young People Love Learning When Learning Is So Much Fun!
Residential
Research supports the fact that children learn faster and more effectively when they are engaged in enjoyable and playful activities.
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Bespoke Dorset-based Educational and Adventure Residentials
Residential
Education Destination are extending their popular service to cover Dorset, home of the stunning Jurassic Coast.
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Storytelling Makes Learning EPIC!
Workshops
Epic's programmes are designed to raise reading and writing standards in schools, but also help schools deliver knowledge-rich lessons
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A Day at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World
Workshops
Zoo's in the UK are two-a-penny and Dinosaur Parks aren't much less. So how can we persuade you we're different?
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Join us for day trips and residentials at Hindleap Warren Outdoor Centre, East Sussex!
Residential
While summer residentials are often the most popular, quieter off-peak particularly in winter, offer a variety of unique advantages
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Residential schools camps near the beach
Residential
Residential school camps near the beach. Come and join us for a great week with watersports, archery, woodcrafts, survival trails and team c
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Award-Winning Theatre Trips
Residential
Book your award-winning theatre trip with TheatreWorkout and get the whole package: travel, workshops, tickets, tours and more!
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Unmissable Summer Camp in Greece: Empowering Exceptional Pupils and Teachers
Overseas
Go Sun Camps in Greece is a unique opportunity for educators to combine the magic of a summer camp with the enriching aspects of curriculum-
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Multicultural Dance and Drumming workshops for schools
Workshops
Dance and drumming workshops, foster an appreciation for diversity through movement, musicality, and expression.
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Experience, Learn and Develop with an Educational Visit to Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre
Residential
Discover the ultimate outdoor learning experience at Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre in the New Forest! With tailored programs, accessible facil
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Experiential learning: The secret to engaging your students!
Overseas
Experiential learning is a great tool to engage your students in their own learning journey.
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Educational Battlefield & History Tours for Schools, Colleges, and Cadets
Workshops
Discover the past with educational battlefield & history tours!
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Transform Learning: Unlock Educational Adventures with Rondo Travel
Overseas
Transform learning with Rondo Travel! From history tours to sports adventures.
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School trips: The benefits of volunteering abroad
Overseas
Learn about the benefits of travelling to a new country with your school group, including improved confidence, cultural exchange, and a sens
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A brand new woodland navigation activity for children to enjoy!
Residential
Located in an idyllic woodland setting, we are the premier outdoor activities and glamping centre for school residentials
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Why the outdoor experience is so good for the mental health and wellbeing of young people.
Residential
Outdoor experiences provide an opportunity for young people to discover, explore and appreciate the natural world.
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Experience, Learn and Develop with your young people at Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre
Residential
Experience, Learn and Develop with Avon Tyrrell in the New Forest - a special centre for your students next school trip!
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Start your Bronze DofE at UKSA!
Residential
Two night Bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition - including accommodation, ferry travel, breakfast, lunch and dinner
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The Drama Hut - Celebrating a diverse and global community
Workshops
Explore how Britain has influenced and been influenced by the wider world with a history workshop from The Drama Hut.
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Transformative Benefits of GVI's School Group Adventures
Overseas
Discover why a GVI program is not just a trip but a catalyst for empowering young minds.
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TYF Adventure Residentials and Day Trips
Day Trips
Are you ready for a truly epic journey?
Embrace adventure, ignite learning, and foster a love for nature!
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Biology and Wildlife at Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Day Trips
Your class can explore climatic-themed glasshouses and 15 acres of landscaped gardens exploring a range of biology and wildlife topics.
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Exploring the science of sound
Workshops
Communication, noise pollution, music, engineering, medicine, art, health and navigation are just some of the areas in which sound can play
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You're in good hands with Cumulus Outdoors
Residential
Preparation and planning is key to providing the high quality of activities and experiences across both our Residential Centre in Swanage an
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Take Two - an insight into CYM's Basecamp
Residential
Yeah, undoubtedly the kids have enjoyed it! I've seen them bond, I've seen them grow.
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Best Education Provider
Day Trips
Theatre Workout has been named BEST EDUCATION PROVIDER at the British Youth Travel Awards 2023
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Morzine Magic: 13 Reasons It's a French Alpine Haven for Ski Trips & Summer Adventures for Schools
Overseas
Morzine Magic: 12 Reasons It's a French Alpine Haven for Ski Trips & Summer Adventures for Schools
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Exmouth Residential Activity Camp
Residential
Residential summer camps next to the beach. Lots of outdoor activities included, plus a watersports beach day, fun for all.
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Educational Robotics With The Raspberry Pi
Workshops
Why is the Raspberry Pi good for robotics in schools?
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UKSA provides more than a school trip
Residential
Communication, decision making, self-belief, determination and resilience are all skills UKSA focus on. Find out more.
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New school workshops in Stratford-Upon-Avon
Day Trips
Boost your Shakespeare knowledge & maximise your Stratford experience with bespoke workshop from TheatreWorkout.
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Exmouth Camp
Residential
Every camp is tailored to each school, we plan it with you to ensure that everything runs smoothly, from the moment that you arrive
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CYM's Basecamp - serious about more than just school trips
Residential
CYM's Basecamp is a creative variety of school residential programmes, that looks at ourselves as well as the wider world.
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Why book a school trip to Liverpool?
Day Trips
What makes Liverpool a top destination for school trips. Liverpool Museums tell us about the city's amazing history.
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Supporting fieldwork and outdoor learning for all
Residential
Top 5 ways The Field Studies Council are supporting teachers, schools, parents and children to benefit from fieldwork and outdoor learning.
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D-DAY 80th Anniversary 2024
Overseas
1944 - 2024 - 80 Years on from D-DAY UTAH, OMAHA, GOLD, JUNO, SWORD there can be no better time to visit Normandy.
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Join us at Avon Tyrrell for adventure and learning in the New Forest National Park
Residential
Join us at Avon Tyrrell for adventure and learning in the New Forest National Park
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Celebrate Black History
Workshops
Celebrate Black history with a Drama Hut Workshop. See our brand new Windrush session
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Outdoor Education Residentials: A thing of the past?
Residential
Staying away from home, kayaking, hiking, climbing. The format of activity centres has barely changed in 100 years.
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Everyone Benefits From a Winter Residential
Residential
Adventure never stop at Hindleap Warren, come rain or snow, we continue to offer gold-standard residentials for students all year round.
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Special Ancient Greece schools offer at World Museum
Day Trips
New workshop dates at World Museum for the first term of the 2023-24 academic year
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Why outdoor education is an essential part of every childhood.
Day Trips
outdoor experiences provide opportunities for development and growth, including exploration, hands-on learning and risk-taking.
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Walton Firs Activity Centre - High Quality Outdoor Learning Services at Best Value Prices!
Residential
Award-winning provider of outdoor learning services for children and young. Located to the south-west of London
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Winter warmer offering from UKSA
Residential
UKSA, is already looking ahead to the end of Summer with the launch of its new budget friendly 'Winter Warmer' offering.
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Discover the treasures of Lotherton Hall Museum
Day Trips
Discover the treasures of Lotherton hall, become a nature detective, and discover animals from across the world in Wildlife World.
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History residentials at Mount Cook get a new look!
Residential
History packages with exciting new evening activities. Learn about Vikings Explorers, Roman Invaders or Prehistoric Britain.
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Adventurous Activities in a magical forest
Residential
Oaker Wood in Herefordshire is a popular choice for school residentials, with Paintball, High Ropes, Low Ropes, Rafting and more.
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It's not too late to book your grand Leeds Castle adventure
Day Trips
Step into over 900-years of history with a visit to Leeds Castle in Kent. Follow the footsteps of six medieval Queens.
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Buzz Active, choose your next adventure!
Residential
Focusing on sailing , windsurfing, powerboat training and is capable of catering for groups of up to 60.
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Walton Firs Activity Centre - High Quality Outdoor Learning
Residential
Walton Firs Activity Centre is an award-winning provider of outdoor learning services for young people
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International Dance Day, The King's 👑 Coronation and more!
Workshops
International Dance Day, The King's Coronation, School Sports Week and much more coming up with Dance Days
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The Problem Solving Company - Celebrating 17 years of working with schools
Workshops
A unique take on maths to demonstrate to pupils (and teachers) that mathematics is a subject of discovery and exploration
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Experience, Learn and Develop at Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre
Residential
Avon Tyrrell outdoor centre inspire young people through inclusive outdoor learning in the heart of the New Forest National Park.
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Five reasons to book an Activity Day for your school
Day Trips
Five reasons we recommend opting for an Activity Day at Willen Lake for that start of year ice breaker or end of year reward.
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International Women's Day
Workshops
Celebrate the lives of some of the most pioneering women from history this term with a Drama Hut workshop
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The day the robots came to school!
Workshops
The day the robots came to school offers an immersive experience, interacting with robots then building and programming a robot device.
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What can you do to celebrate Science Week and Careers Week?
Workshops
British Science Week is a ten-day extravaganza celebrating all that's great about STEM ' Science
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New and improved facilities for 2023 at Cumulus Outdoors
Residential
We are improving the facilities at Cumulus Outdoors Residential Centre and Tented Villages. Here is a sneak peak at our plans for 2023.
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Learning is fun, inspiring and motivational at Leeds Castle.
Day Trips
A choice of themed workshops, self-guided visits and fun-packed itineraries ensure your school group will learn about Leeds Castle
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Outback2basics - The Stone Age Company
Workshops
Outback2basics will be rebranding in March 2023 and we will be called The Stone Age Company
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Ancient Civilisations Through Drama
Workshops
Whatever your ancient civilisation topic is, we've got it covered! Altru, we bring history to life through the power of drama!
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Welcome to Oaker Wood Leisure
Residential
Located in an idyllic woodland setting, we are the premier outdoor activities and glamping centre on the Herefordshire, Shropshire border.
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Explore an alternative way of learning with Peak
Day Trips
Find out more about Peak's Development Programme for alternative learning
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Helping Young People to Learn Without Walls
Residential
Outdoor adventure and learning activities provide students with the opportunity to become physically confident.
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MORE THAN A SCHOOL TRIP
Residential
Watersports and yachting is an amazing way for children to engage in something new and build great all round skills.
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Steam Railway Museum - Living History & Hands On Learning!
Day Trips
The history of steam locomotives and transport is on display in a fantastic hands on learning museum at Statfold!
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We're having a DRONEday!
Workshops
Having a DRONEday is a cost-effective way for you to deliver coding. You book us, we do the rest!
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Midlands Online Safety Performances
Workshops
To mark Safer Internet Day 2023 @altrudrama will be visiting Midlands schools with their Key Stage 2 online safety play, Tangled Web.
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Why book a residential trip in the winter?
Residential
There are many benefits to booking a residential trip in the autumn and winter terms, and it can be cheaper out of season
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Residential Summer Camps including beach watersports
Residential
Residential Summer Camps including beach watersports in the East Devon countryside with a coastal location.
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Discover history, biology and wildlife in one country estate
Day Trips
Discover history, biology and wildlife in one country estate at Lotherton! Plan your school trips and workshops at Lotherton for 2022/23
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Educational robots for Y3 and Y4
Workshops
In this article, Steve from RobotFun takes a quick look at two of the best types of robots suitable for use in coding lessons for Y3 and Y4
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Black History Month
Workshops
Celebrate Black History Month this October with a Drama Hut Workshop.
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Dance Workshops - New School Year
Workshops
DanceDaysLondon provide both topic and off-topic-based dance workshops for Schools and are growing across The UK!
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Whole-School Creative Maths Days
Workshops
Why not kick-start the new school term with a whole-school, Character-led, Creative Maths day from As Creatives!
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Outdoor residentials support children's mental health
Residential
A residential experience, whether day or overnight, allows children the opportunity to build a toolkit of positive mental health skills
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School Transition Days
Workshops
The Problem Solving Companies transition days help to ease students into these new experiences and environments.
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Urban Tree Festival
Day Trips
The Urban Tree Festival is an annual, community celebration of trees, hosted by The Royal Parks
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Performing Arts Workshops
Workshops
Why the performing arts play such a key role in in-school workshops for primary schools.
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Sea.Change programme at UKSA
Residential
How 2022 is shaping up, a new Youth Ambassador and 50% funding for every child on their Sea.Change programme
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Mobile planetariums, drones, VR and sensory rooms
Workshops
State-of-the-art multi-purpose planetariums covering a huge variety of subjects including: Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths
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Outdoor Centre Adventures in the Peak District National Park
Residential
We are an outdoor education and adventure activities centre, located in the north of the Peak District National Park
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Residential programme plans for 2022 and beyond
Residential
Read how Cumulus Outdoors met the challenge of 2021 and their residential programme plans for 2022 and beyond.
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UKSA in 2022
Residential
Ashleigh Gibbs, Schools, Groups and Development Outreach Coordinator from UKSA talks to us about exciting new changes and what to expect in
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African Adventures volunteer experiences
Overseas
Our trips give students the chance to discover a new country, immerse themselves in an unfamiliar culture and contribute to meaningful...
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Willersley Castle Outdoor Pursuits
Workshops
Manor Adventure will begin taking school groups at their new Willersley Castle outdoor pursuits centre after Easter 2022
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Outdoor Education at Bore Place
Day Trips
Fantastic venue to get your pupils outdoors learning about the countryside, food, farming and the environment
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Team Building Days
Workshops
We bring a whole host of specially made activity equipment that allows students to get hands on, stay engaged and want to take part.
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Augmented Reality Storytelling
Workshops
StoryBoxAR workshops in schools, bringing topics to life through exciting and immersive storytelling experiences
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Residential outdoor adventures Sherwood Forest
Residential
Walesby Forest 250-acre site in the heart of Sherwood Forest is perfect for school residential stays
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Architecture Workshops
Workshops
How science, maths and art skills can be developed through team work, problem solving and imagination
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Sayers Croft in the new academic year
Residential
We believe that everyone should have access to the outdoors to improve mental health, instil a love of our natural environment, and increase
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Tailor-made Outdoor Activity Programmes in Wales
Residential
Genuine outdoor activities that have a tangible link to social and academic learning in Wales.
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Virtual Reality and Home Schooling
Workshops
In addition to worksheets and reading, you might be looking for some alternative learning experiences for your children
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Organic Farming and Healthy Eating at Bore Place
Residential
Bore Place in Kent use the national curriculum to teach school groups about organic farming, food chains and learning outside the classroom.
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STEM drone coding workshops
Workshops
The STEMdrones workshop gives students an introduction to drones through code and algorithms, and principals in engineering and physics
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STEM coding workshops
Workshops
STEMbotics gives students an introduction to the world of STEM with opportunities to design, build and code their own unique robots
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Creative Writing for School Groups
Residential
Arvon are passionate about working with schools to create residential creative writing courses.
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Cultural Spanish Language Tours
Overseas
We ask Spark Languages about the places you can visit, the cultural activities available, and the methods used to help students improve.
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Virtual Reality in the classroom
Workshops
Find out how PrimeVR use Virtual Reality in their educational workshops and how you can use it in your classroom.
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Learn to Fly
Day Trips
iFLY's STEM packages get full marks, and for British Science Week, we're offering 15% off the ultimate school trip!
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Mindfulness Nature Discovery Days
Day Trips
Lee Valley invite you to experience their 10,000 acre classroom and tell us about their new mindfulness nature discovery days programme.
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What to expect from a visit to CERN
Overseas
Immersive visits to the fascinating CERN facilities plus the best visits in the region, helping you make the most of your time.
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New Accommodation at Cumulus Outdoors
Residential
Cumulus Outdoors discuss their new hard top accommodation for 2020 and their exciting residential programmes.
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Wildlife Discoveries & Habitats at Sandwell Valley
Day Trips
So, you are thinking of a trip to fit in with your science topic: Habitats, the RSPB can help with that.
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Theatre Workout creative and cultural workshops
Workshops
Exclusive West End Workshops created in partnership with the producers & creative teams behind some of London's greatest productions
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Challenges when organising a school residential
Residential
Organising a school trip has always been a challenge. Oaker Wood Leisure in Herefordshire give their advice on things to consider.
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Far flung adventures await your classes
Overseas
Nomadic work with local guides with in-depth local knowledge, who provide new and innovative travel ideas and access to local projects.
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The Camp Hill Estate - Outdoor Outcome Led Experiences
Residential
We talk to Camp Hill their residential activity centre and how they create an all-encompassing programme for every young person
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Ski Trip Support and Advice
Ski Trips
Whether you are organising your first school ski trip or a seasoned party leader we've put together a list of helpful information and advice
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Workshops at Drayton Manor Zoo
Day Trips
Discover how multi-sensory learning experiences at Drayton Manor can benefit your class during a school trip.
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Jersey School Tour
Overseas
Sweet Chariot have taken hundreds of tours to Jersey opening up opportunities for schools with its itineraries.
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Educational Visits to Compton Verney
Day Trips
Compton Verney Art Gallery and Park is a magical treasure trove for your students to plunder
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Better Communication and Team Work at Sealyham
Day Trips
Sealyham encourage students to develop lively enquiring minds, logical thought, communication & team work.
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School Ski trips to the Italian Dolomites
Ski Trips
Have you ever considered taking your school skiing under the azure skies of the Italian Dolomites?
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Inspire your students to take up a career in STEM at CERN
Overseas
Find out how CERN could be the answer to igniting your students' interest in the world of STEM
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School History Tours Poland
Overseas
Historic student study tour to Poland taking in Auschwitz, Krakow and Warsaw. History and culture for GCSE pupils.
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Ufton Court Children's Charity
Day Trips
Ufton is an innovative charity that aims to change children's lives through challenging and inspirational learning outside the classroom.
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New Educational Programmes at Cotswold Farm Park
Day Trips
Beth, the new education officer at Adam Henson's Cotswold Farm Park, shares exciting changes that are happening at the farm this year.
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Residential outdoor learning in Scotland
Residential
How a small family run company offering sailing lessons grew into one of Scotland's premier residential activity centres
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Class Trip to an Airport
Day Trips
Let your class climb aboard a real aircraft, whilst learning about the different job roles that help ensure the airport runs smoothly.
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Skills for Life
Residential
UKSA talk about their Skills for Life (S4L) framework measuring personal development whilst on a residential visit at UKSA
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Seven Years at the MAD Museum
Day Trips
The MAD Museum's impact on school groups and the creative way in which they work.
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Bespoke Science Workshops for Schools
Workshops
Bespoke hands on school science workshops offer primary school children a creative and immersive learning experience.
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What are Ski Clubhotels?
Ski Trips
Not sure what a clubhotel is? Find out what makes clubhotels a great option for school skiing trips.
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25 years of delivering workshops into schools
Workshops
Theatre Workshops tell us how delivering workshops into schools has changed over the past 25 yeas.
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Medieval History topics at Warwick Castle
Day Trips
The exciting new Falconers Quest show compliments Warwick Castle's Medieval History learning workshops for School Groups
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Advantages of taking a ski trip outside peak season
Ski Trips
We speak with Darren at Atlas Adventure about some of the benefits of taking a trip outside of the standard February Half term.
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Social and emotional wellbeing through storytelling
Day Trips
Learn how a school trip to Shrek's Adventure! can support communication, imagination and social development.
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Switzerland for Ski School Trips
Ski Trips
Safe, quiet, great snow conditions - a destination for ski school trips that you probably never thought about? - Switzerland!
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Water Sports for experiential learning
Residential
Simon at Crosby Lakeside talks to us about using outdoor activities and watersports to help deliver experiential learning environments.
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Field Studies Council
Residential
Jess from the Field Studies Council talks to us about the latest exciting new changes and events taking place.
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Using technology to bring subjects to reality, virtually
Workshops
Virtual Reality is changing the way we teach topics like science and history. We interview the UKs leading VR school workshop company.
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How to plan a ski trip
Ski Trips
Ski Adaptable give us an insight into the key things to consider and what to expect when booking a School Ski Trip for the first time.
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Enhancing Active Learning with Drama Workshops
Workshops
Active learning is a great way for students to engage with a specific topic, how does The Drama Hut make sure their workshops deliver this?
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Enhancing Soft Skills on an Overseas Tour
Overseas
Soft skills are important in achieving success in life. Group activities develop social skills, opportunities for wider personal development
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The lure of Iceland for school groups
Overseas
Find out what makes Iceland so popular and tips on how to get the most out of your Iceland school trip.
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The 3 P's of school trips
Overseas
Molly at STA Travel guides us through the stages teachers need to go through when booking an overseas trip.
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