Oxfordshire Educational school visits

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With well over a thousand years of history, the city of Oxford and its county of Oxfordshire is known around the world for its rich culture, stunning architecture and beautiful scenery. For school children, the opportunities for learning are equally rich and varied. Whether you are a Key Stage 2 class looking to further your pupil's understanding of a period of British history, or a group of university students studying physics, we can help you arrange the perfect school trip in Oxfordshire.

All of our trips in Oxfordshire offer interactive elements and are designed to be fun, challenging and educational in equal measure. As and EVC or party leader, we know how valuable it is to get the right information to ensure the trip you organise meets the learning objectives of your group. We understand the importance of high quality outdoor learning - just tell us what you are looking to learn about and we can help you find the perfect trip. Museums, stately homes, workshops, wildlife centres, bushcraft days, residential activity centres, we can help!

Dig into historical topics in the museums of Oxford, Woodstock and Banbury. Study art in Chipping Norton, Burford and Bampton. Oxfordshire has a wealth of curriculum linked venues for primary school visits.

Want to know where to take your school group in Oxfordshire? Here are some fun educational trips from venues such as Blenheim Palace, and more.

Able to travel to other counties in South East, have a look at our trip pages for: Berkshire, Isle of Wight, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Hertfordshire Essex, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, for more school trip ideas.

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Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace
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Oxfordshire

Blenheim Palace is the birth place of Sir Winston Churchill and a World Heritage Site. The venue is perfect for national curriculum based school trips as well as general interest and leisure visits
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Image for a residential school trip at Amsersham Field Centre Outdoor Activity centre in Buckinghamshire KS2 KS3 KS4 Field Studies School Trips
Field Studies Council Amersham
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Buckinghamshire

Set in South Buckinghamshire, within the Chiltern Hills, visit Amersham Field Centre for fun and engaging primary or secondary one day outdoor field trips for geography or science.
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Immersive learning Hub
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Buckinghamshire

5 subjects, 1 visit! New Immersive Experiences Hub at The Spectrum Place. Explore Ancient Egypt, Dinosaurs & Volcanoes, Biomes & Our Planet, Space, ending with a 360° cinema. SEND & ASD friendly. £5 per pupil - limited time.
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Day Trips at Willen Lake
map pin Milton Keynes MK15 0DS
Buckinghamshire

Willen Lake offers a range of multi-activity sessions. Suitable for those with no experience who are keen to try something new. We offer watersports and land based activities which are sure to create a memorable experience for all students.
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Children learning at the MAD Museum in Warwickshire
The MAD Museum
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Warwickshire

The Mechanical Art & Design Museum, or 'MAD Museum' for short, exhibits over 90 interactive pieces of kinetic art & automata made by inventors from all around the world. This is the UK's only centre for mechanical art & combines learning with fun
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Fun Group Activities
map pin Bracknell RG12 8UX
Berkshire

Planning a School Trip? We can help source a venue if required. Whether it's Team Building, PSHE days, or post-GCSE celebrations, our action-packed activities are designed to inspire, compete and create fun memories. We Cover all of the UK.
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school child rock climbing at Rushden Lakes
Rock Up Rushden Lakes
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Northamptonshire

Looking for the perfect venue for school trips, PE lessons or enrichment days? Rock Up delivers exciting climbing experiences that support curriculum PE goals while building teamwork, confidence, trust and ultimately having fun.
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school child rock climbing at Watford
Rock Up Watford
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Hertfordshire

Looking for the perfect venue for school trips, PE lessons or enrichment days? Rock Up delivers exciting climbing experiences that support curriculum PE goals while building teamwork, confidence, trust and ultimately having fun.
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KS2 children having a history lesson at Kenilworth Castle
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
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Warwickshire

Kenilworth Castle has been a major medieval military stronghold, a royal palace, and an inspiration to writers and artists. It's the perfect destination to bring learning outside of the classroom and cover a range of curriculum subjects.
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school child rock climbing at Walton on Thames
Rock Up Walton on Thames
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Surrey

Looking for the perfect venue for school trips, PE lessons or enrichment days? Rock Up delivers exciting climbing experiences that support curriculum PE goals while building teamwork, confidence, trust and ultimately having fun.
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school group trip at Stonehenge
Stonehenge
map pin Salisbury SP4 7DE
Wiltshire

The most outstanding prehistoric monument in the British Isles, Stonehenge is an internationally renowned World Heritage Site and one of the richest archaeological landscapes in Europe.
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VRXtra Kingston
map pin Kingston upon Thames KT1 1TP
City of London

VRXtra Kingston brings the thrill of virtual reality to life with fun, safe, and immersive experiences for all ages. From gaming to educational adventures, we make learning and entertainment extraordinary - step beyond reality with VRXtra!
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VRxtra Kingston
map pin Kingston upon Thames KT1 1TP
Surrey

Our virtual reality centre delivers an educational experience that textbooks simply cannot match. Within our facilities sporting the latest technology we can deliver a truly immersive virtual experience.
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Residential Trips Oxfordshire

Planning an overnight trip for your school or looking for a tailored educational residential programme? Your students can benefit from an activity week in Oxfordshire or its neighbouring counties. Discover exciting school residential learning experiences that promote teamwork, and outdoor education.

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Woodrow High House
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Buckinghamshire

We put your needs at the heart of everything we do. We'll work with you to develop a bespoke activity programme, focused on core skill-development & learning, whilst ensuring it's always fun! Join us for an adventure and explore the great outdoors.
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Woodrow High House
map pin Croydon CR2 8YA
Buckinghamshire

We put your needs at the heart of everything we do. We'll work with you to develop a bespoke activity programme, focused on core skill-development & learning, whilst ensuring it's always fun! Join us for an adventure and explore the great outdoors.
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Woodrow High House
map pin Croydon CR2 8YA
Buckinghamshire

We put your needs at the heart of everything we do. We'll work with you to develop a bespoke activity programme, focused on core skill-development & learning, whilst ensuring it's always fun! Join us for an adventure and explore the great outdoors.
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Anne Hathaway
Stratford Overnight English & History Trip with Equity
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To be or not to be, that is the question? Stratford-upon-Avon is most certainly the place to be! Lovers of Shakespeare will enjoy an educational trip to this ultimate literary destination where they can wander through the pages of his stories.
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YHA Stratford-upon-Avon
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Warwickshire

There's more to Stratford-upon-Avon than Shakespeare - theatre, history and culture buffs of every language love this world-famous location. A superb base for groups and school trips in the West Midlands.
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Rootd Adventure
map pin Harpenden AL5 2JQ
Hertfordshire

Based in acres of Hertfordshire woodland, just an hour from Central London, we offer immersive outdoor residential trips for primary and secondary schools, where children take on new challenges, learn new skills and make lifelong memories together.
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Runways End Outdoor Centre, Hampshire
map pin Farnborough GU112RE
Hampshire

Located in a woodland oasis in Farnborough, alongside Basingstoke Canal, our site offers an exciting getaway packed with adventurous activities. Indoor and camping options available for residential groups.
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Duke of Edinburgh residential centre building and grounds
Duke of Edinburgh at English Study Camps
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Hampshire

The full-week Duke of Edinburgh's Award Gold Residential at English Study Camps combines challenge, discovery and fun in a supportive international camp environment on the beautiful Lord Wandsworth College campus in Hampshire.
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Braeside Residential Adventure Centre
map pin Devizes SN10 2AP
Wiltshire

Discover an amazing outdoor adventure centre nestled on the edge of the Marlborough Downs in Wiltshire. Perfect for young adventurers seeking thrilling tailor-made educational programmes designed to challenge - in a warm, friendly homely environment.
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Residential & Day Trips at The Chellington Centre
map pin Bedford MK43 7NA
Bedfordshire

Enjoy sole use of this beautiful converted church, renovated for schools and youth groups in 2005, surrounded in stunning countryside, perfect for running your own programme or choose from our range of on-site activities.
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Grittleton Manor House
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Wiltshire

Grittleton House Adventure Centre is ideal for school groups wanting secure residential accommodation, set in acres of parkland and playing fields, on the edge of the Cotswold National Park. Access to Bath and Bristol is just half an hour away!
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The Bushcraft Company - Badminton Woods
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Gloucestershire

Not everything can be taught in a classroom. We believe that some of the most important life skills are best learned outside. Get back to basics with our real outdoor experiences and give your students the chance to grow.
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UK Design & Technology Trip
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Sweet Chariot is thrilled to offer a hands-on, interactive and thrilling Design and Technology tour in England and Wales. We have partnered with the UK's top exhibits and attractions. You won't need your passport!
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child on a crate stacking activity
Walton Firs Activity Centre
map pin Cobham KT11 1HB
Surrey

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!
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The Bushcraft Company - Cuffley Woods
map pin Cuffley EN6 4PR
Hertfordshire

Empower your students with an unforgettable real Bushcraft adventure! At The Bushcraft Company, we offer 1 to 5 day residential school trips which unique, immersive outdoor adventures for Year 3 to Year 8 students, at our amazing UK woodland sites.
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three children learning to use a compass during duke of edinburgh training
Bike, Hike & Paddle Ltd
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Bike Hike and Paddle was founded with a simple but powerful goal: to get people outdoors and push the boundaries of what they think is possible. We empower participants to complete their Duke of Edinburgh's Award Expeditions.
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Big School Camp South
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We offer a range of unique and innovative outdoor activities with a residential experience delivered on your school's premises. Our camps help you deliver a full outdoor learning experience with 100% participation for all and at a very low costs
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Oxfordshire School Workshops

Is your school located in Oxfordshire? A huge range of workshop providers can bring the learning experience to you! Allow your students to benefit from specialist knowledge about your class subject or topic..

Virtual Planetarium
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Due to increased demand for our services online, we have developed a powerful online, virtual learning experience including your very own planetarium.
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Fairytales
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Open your books and jump into a magical world where your favourite fairytales come to life! Explore motifs and much-loved characters across traditional stories like Jack and the Beanstalk, Snow White and Hansel & Gretel. Ideal for World Book Day.
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World War 2!
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Our World Wars workshops cover the whole 20th Century but especially WW1 and WW2. Covering everything from Home Guard Training & Home front jobs to Air Raid precautions and Frontline action, our World Wars days put your young people in the action!
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Living Things
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Let's investigate the living world, and its mysteries, more closely! In This STEM workshop, KS1 and KS2 pupils will embark on a scientific journey through different habitats (or 'biomes') to discover the many living things that call them home.
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In School Workshops

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Online Workshops

We can offer a wide selection of workshops that can be delivered to your school entirely online.

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