London School Trips
Educational and Fun Ideas
Capital city school trips for groups
London, the UK's capital city, has history and culture in spades, crammed full of attractions and learning opportunities to fuel the imaginations of young students. The range of first class sights, venues and educational options makes London a favourite destination for school groups, whether you are a short tube ride away, or travelling from the other side of the country.
The main reasons for taking a school trip to London are the wealth of historical sights and landmarks relating to both London's own history, and the country as a whole. The city is also the setting for a wide range of exciting educational venues that cater for school children, or, we can bring workshops to your London school.
Listening to feedback from school teachers about which London school trip workshops offer the best educational experience for their students has helped us put together the following list of school-friendly visit options. Click on any of the links below to find out more.
Willing to expand your search beyond the M25? We have a page for London and the wider South East region, and individual pages for the counties of Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Hampshire, Hertfordshire, Surrey, Sussex, Isle of Wight and Kent.
Lymley Wood Residential
School Trip London & South East
Subjects: Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Bushcraft
Overnight camps for Year 5 upwards. Experience real camping under canvas in a natural off grid environment. Adventure activities in a private, beautiful ancient woodland including zip wire, obstacle course and bouldering wall. Exclusive use of site.
Lymley Wood Residential
The Climbing Hangar London
Indoor climbing centre offering coach-led, or teacher-led climbing sessions, promoting fundamental movement skills, social skills, and resilience.
Hobbledown Epsom
Looking to give your class a hands-on lesson about animals, the environment, geography or biology? Hobbledown's the ultimate day out for schools! There are a variety of options available, tailored to Early Years learning, as well as KS 1, 2& 3
Gripped London
Gripped offers a lot of heart-racing fun for active minds! We're a great destination for schools Key Stage 2 & 3, with plenty of hands-on outdoor activities designed to challenge and excite.
Thames Rockets
Are you ready to experience London's #1 speedboat Attraction? SEE the sights, FEEL the speeds and hop aboard for the very best city sightseeing experience - guaranteed to top anything you've ever done before!
Kenwood House
Located in North London, Kenwood is a hidden gem of historical interest for school groups, with an internationally renowned art collection, Robert Adam interiors, acres of land to explore and links to the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade.
London Tour - Adaptable Travel
Adaptable Travel tailor make fantastic overnight school trips to London for groups based elsewhere in the UK. London is a world-class city that offers a huge range of attractions and educational visits that make it a superb choice for your next trip.
West End Workshops
Theatre Workout is a leading producer of drama and theatre-based workshops and courses in London's West End, in schools and online, offering multi-award-winning programmes led by industry professionals.
Dinotropolis
WELCOME TO THE BEST DINOSAUR SOFT PLAY AREA IN KENT!
Day Visits
South East school trip at Lee Valley. The Regional Park Authority's Learning and Engagement Team provide a range of outdoor learning opportunities for all the key stages within Lee Valley Regional Park.
Epping Forest field centre
Epping Forest field centre, is situated in the heart of Epping Forest, an area of around 2,400 hectares of wood-pasture. Visit Epping Forest for fun and engaging primary or secondary one day outdoor field trips in London
Up at The O2
Do something different. Step out of the classroom and climb over the world-famous and iconic venue, The O2. Teachers and students will have a school trip of a lifetime, make memories and inspire the classroom.
Lullingstone Roman Villa
Lullingstone Roman Villa provides a hands-on insight into the lives of the Romans living there and brings the curriculum to life in a fun and engaging way. Lullingstone is amongst the most outstanding Roman villa survivals in Britain.
Field Studies Council - London South East
Five fantastic locations in the South East offering fieldwork for all ages to bring the curriculum to life. The choice of day and residential centres include a huge range of excellent urban and rural field sites from Box Hill to Bushy Park.
Sandbox VR - London
Sandbox VR is the world’s most advanced virtual reality venue on the planet. Located just a minute walk from the British Musseum , it features 4 virtual reality arenas where you can transport yourselves into the most immersive gaming experiance.
In-Park Secondary Learning Sessions
We’re ready to welcome you and your students back to the Royal Parks with our specially adapted safe and secure outdoor learning provision. All sessions remain curriculum-linked to meet learning outcomes but additionally give students time outdoors
In-Park Primary Learning Sessions
We’re ready to welcome you and your students back to the Royal Parks with our specially adapted safe and secure outdoor learning provision. All sessions remain curriculum-linked to meet learning outcomes but additionally give children time outdoors
London Field Sites
Field Studies Council uses sites across London including parks and urban spaces to deliver exciting fieldwork and outdoor learning day trips. We work in partnership with The Royal Parks and the London Borough of Lewisham at some of these locations.
Hangloose Adventure Bluewater
Hangloose Adventure Bluewater can offer your students the ultimate London school trip ADVENTURE experience.
Hobbledown Heath
Looking to give your class a spectacular lesson about animals, the environment, geography or biology? Then Hobbledown Heath is the place for you! There are a variety of options available, tailored to Early Years learning, as well as KS 1,2&3
Primary School Trip to London with Equity
London has so much to offer for Primary School trips with excursions and attractions that link to all subject areas.Even though this is the biggest capital city in Europe, we choose excursions that are central so it’s easy for groups to travel.
Unforgettable Day Visits at The Hive
The Hive is in the heart of Epping Forest, within easy reach of east London. In the safe hands of expert environmentalists our memorable & affordable curriculum-led outdoor learning activities bring nature nearer for all ages & abilities.
The Royal Parks
Connect with nature and learn about the park environment, wildlife and heritage with hands-on practical activities in Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. We offer a wide range of safe, secure and fun outdoor London learning experiences.
Parliament
A year-round programme of visits for students aged 7-18. Choose from a selection of themed workshops and tour the awe-inspiring Palace of Westminster during your school visit to London.
Religious Studies London
Our tailored itineraries will allow students to look at different non-Christian faiths to see diversity of worship, while visiting places of major religious significance.
Staying in London for a night or two?
We have worked with lots of schools over the years, from rural Wales, villages in the the North East of England, and small towns in the Midlands, teachers have been requesting help with organising trips to London for their students. The list of attractions and venues suitable for schools is immense, from action-packed sight-seeing tour, to a long list of world class museums and art galleries. On a longer stay you will also have more time for leisure activities like river cruises and bus tours. We work with tour operators who can help organise the whole stay and itinerary for you, or we can assist you find school group accommodation in London if you just need a roof over your heads and already have your daytime activities planned.
Football Trips & Pro Experiences
Using sports facilities usually reserved for professional clubs, your football team can learn the skills and tactics to greatly improve their game at renowned clubs such as Fulham FC and Futbol Salou.
Walton Firs Activity Centre
Walton Firs Activity Centre provides a range of outdoor education programmes within a beautiful rural setting near to London. Let us deliver our best quality and value service for your school, and a never-to-be-forgotten experience for your students!
London for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
Curriculum Travel provides customized educational tours in London, catering to primary and middle school students. These tours enhance learning through varied experiences, specifically designed to achieve distinct educational goals.
Dance Trip to London with Equity
Develop dance skills and experience a West End show on our dance and performing arts trips to London. Students can take part in workshops led by dance professionals at the prestigious Pineapple Dance Studios and Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts.
Unforgettable Residentials at The Hive
The Hive is in the heart of Epping Forest, within easy reach of east London. In the safe hands of expert environmentalists our memorable & affordable curriculum-led outdoor learning unique residentials bring nature nearer for all ages & abilities.
Cultural Tour of London for International Schools
Museums and palaces overflowing with art, science and history, incredible theatre shows in the West End, bustling Oxford Street and Covent Garden, and iconic Big Ben and Trafalgar Square! London is the perfect destination for a cultural tour.
YHA London Thameside
A warm welcome awaits you at our purpose-built hostel, based in the docklands area of London. With a coach drop-off just outside the door getting here is easy. Inside you’ll find great social spaces, full meals service and places to study.
School Residentials in London
Head to the capital to bring learning alive with a huge variety of activities and sights - not forgetting 22 National Museums on offer. Discover Big Ben, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, along with the Eye, Madame Tussauds and London Dungeons.
Art & Design Trip to London with Equity
An Art & Design trip to London allows students to develop an appreciation for art in a stimulating yet familiar setting. From the collections of the National Gallery, to the countless other galleries across the city, there's plenty to explore!
Drama In The Woods Day Visits and Camp Outs! North London
Drama and the Woods invite your students to join us for a wonderful day visit or camp out in the woods. Come along to run wild, connect with nature and explore drama and open-air theatre in a woodland environment.
Creative School Trips
Theatre Workout is a Destination Management Company (DMC) specialising in creative and cultural group travel for schools, working with UK and international school groups and the group travel industry to deliver hundreds of school trips each year!
Juniper Hall Field Centre
Located in Surrey, Juniper Hall field centre is easy to reach but surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Box Hill. Visit for fun filled residential outdoor activity, geography and biology trips for all ages.
Looking for school workshops in London?
Discover London School workshops that can bring educational learning experiences into the classroom. The London workshops below can visit school groups in the capital and between them they cover a huge range of subjects and topics, from History to PSHE. Want even more choice? Find more London school workshops here!
Life in Saxon or Viking Britain
Place our children in the action as Saxon and Viking kings prepare to battle for Britain. Your children work as settlers – creating weaving, pottery, runes and more – as tenstions grow. Will Alfred or Guthrum prevail?
Outer Space Workshop & Wow Day
Dan Tastic Education brings Outer Space to life with incredible Space Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by our historical items, props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitator
Ancient Rome Workshop & Wow Day
Dan Tastic Education brings history to life with incredible Roman Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by an array of props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Volcanoes
Supervolcanoes takes you on a journey into the heart of volcanoes, explaining in detail how they form, along with their deadly power!
World Book Day Workshops
If you want an amazing experience for your students this World Book Day, then check out our interactive storytelling workshops. We use performance, music, drama and puppetry to bring popular children's stories to life for your students.
Chocolate Collective
Chocolate Collective facilitate chocolate workshops that are a fantastic introduction into the world of chocolate. Our tailored, interactive workshops inspire pupils and teach them new skills either as an after-school activity or as part of a Nation
Hands on History
Immersive historical learning experiences take you back in time with fully custom-made experiences.
Ely Cathedral
Using fine & gross motor skills, basic materials and simple instructions, pupil’s work individually in groups and altogether to build a huge model of the "Ship Of The Fens" Ely Cathedral. They will remember it forever and tell all at home about it
Python Workshop
Our Python Workshop, led by real-world developers, is great for teaching coding fundamentals through a real-world programming language. We'll explore Python through several fun projects, including interactive quizzes, micro:bit apps and games.
Year 6 - Moving on
This Drama Hut Workshop aims to boost children's confidence as they prepare to move from primary to secondary school. By focussing on the voice, we look at how to use it effectively, building resilience and improving communication skills.
Virtual Planetarium
Due to increased demand for our services online, we have developed a powerful online, virtual learning experience including your very own planetarium.
Learn the lessons from the Holocaust: Online Workshops
We ask the big questions facing your students: why does hatred persist? How should we treat others? How do we think for ourselves? In a world of online hate and conspiracy, now more than never we need to learn the lessons of the Holocaust.
Stories for the Festive Season
Being told a story is a magical and awe-inspiring experience. For the festive season our award winning storyteller offers you a choice of two classic Christmas stories, 'A Christmas Carol' by Charles Dickens and 'Gawain and the Green Knight'.
WW2 Workshop
by Historic Workshops. This is our trademark workshop! Schools have absolutely raved about it since having their first one, and now, many schools re-book every single year. We have a HUGE range of WW2 artefacts that the children can investigate...
Bridge Building For KS1
Using our knowledge and skills gained from our ever popular KS2 Bridges, Maths & Design workshop, we developed a version for KS1 where 30 pupils build a 12m long suspension bridge.
Wild West Workshop & WOW Day
Dan Tastic Education brings cowboys to life with incredible Wild West Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by an array of props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Hands on Careers
Immersive Experiences have a proud history of supporting students and professionals along with their careers and goals.
Vikings and Saxons
We offer exciting, immersive and inspiring Viking & Saxon workshops for schools, presented by a charismatic team of “performing historians” with a deep-rooted passion for their subject.
Viking Workshop & Wow Day
Dan Tastic Education brings Vikings to life with incredible Viking Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by our historical items, props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Empire Windrush
Using fine & gross motor skills with basic materials and simple instructions, pupil’s work individually in groups and altogether to build a huge model of the The Empire Windrush, that they will be eager to tell everyone at home about!
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