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.
Proposed changes to school term dates
A recent announcement from the department of education could see big changes to school holidays. We look at how this will affect school trips.
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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...
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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...
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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...
4 mins
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,...
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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....
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
2 mins
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...
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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...
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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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Step Back in Time: Why the School Dinners Exhibition is a Must-Visit for Teachers
The smell of warm custard, the clatter of lunch trays, and the anticipation of what's on the menu, school dinners are woven into the fabric of childhood memories. Now, the Food Museum...
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...
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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...
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