Special events during the school year 2026 2027
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School Year Calendar
Plan themed days, weeks, and months throughout the year
Throughout the school year there are a range of nationally and internationally recognised events that can compliment your teaching. These calendared days, weeks or months provide an opportunity to tie-in with coursework or class projects. They may be designed to promote engagement in a particular curriculum subject, such as British Science Week, or as a way of remembering important lessons from the past, as is encouraged by Black History Month.
Educational Value
As a teacher, if you are thinking about making a class visit to a local venue, or bringing in a workshop provider, you need to be sure that you can justify the learning experience in terms of educational value. The places and workshops we highlight here at PlanMySchoolTrip all describe how they can meet your Learning Objectives, and how you can get exceptional value from your time with them. See something you like the sound of - with no commitment, it is simple to get more information, prices and availability.
International Astronomy Day
19th September 2026
Participate in International Astronomy Day with a space themed workshop to explore the wonders of the galaxy. Blast off on your own space expedition in VR or through story telling.
European Day of Languages
26 September 2026
European Day of Languages (EDL) - plan an MFL school trip to Europe to boost your pupils' language skills. We feature immersive language trips and cross curricular cultural experiences across Europe and beyond.
National Poetry Day
2 October 2026
Discover new ways to celebrate National Poetry day this October with workshops and events that help your class with poetic projects that will inspire and inform. The theme for 2025 is counting.
Space Week
4-10 October 2026
The theme for 2026 will be 'The Rocket Revolution'. Children love everything to do with space. Fuel their wonder and interest with this wide range of astronomical themed trips and workshops covering everything from the space race to how the Moon affects our ocean tides.
Diwali
20 October 2026
Diwali is an Indian lunar celebration of the victory of light over darkness, of good over evil, and of knowledge over ignorance. Diwali is one of many international festivals that Britain has embraced.
National Libraries Week
October 2026
Public libraries have a long history of helping your children with literacy and this national event is a great way to support and celebrate the joy of reading. This year the theme is Your Passport to Reading.
Black History Month
October 2026
October is Black History Month. Celebrate achievements of black people throughout history and remember historic world events.
Guy Fawkes Bonfire Night
5 November 2026
Remember remember the 5th of November, Gunpowder, treason and plot. Study the Tudors and the life of Guy Fawkes.
Remembrance Day
11 November 2026
Remembrance Day is observed each year on the 11th day of November and marks the end of the The First World War. Find plenty of workshops and day trips to help your school learn about the World Wars.
Anti-Bullying Week
10-14 November 2026
The sad reality is that bullying is an issue for every school. Anti-bullying week aims to highlight the issues associated with bullying, and explore ways to prevent it. Specialist workshops can help you tackle this emotive subject in a constructive and positive way.
National Recycling Week
10-16 November 2026
Embrace Recycle Week and teach children the importance of taking care of the Earth's resources by reducing waste and reusing important the commodities we take for granted.
Geography Awareness Week
17-23 November 2026
Geography Awareness Week - promote understanding and appreciation of geography among your students. Our trips and workshops highlight the importance of geographical literacy in addressing global challenges such as climate change, sustainable development, cultural diversity and more.
Computer Science Week
8-12 December 2026
Computer Science Week is a celebration of innovation and technological advancement in the field of computer science. Discover workshops that promote coding literacy, and highlight the importance of technology in our daily lives.
Christmas
25 December 2026
Despite retailers' best efforts, Christmas is a December celebration. Arrange a pantomime visit or a workshop to learn how Christmas was celebrated in the past.
Chinese New Year
6 February 2027
Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year is celebrated worldwide. This year is the Chinese year of the goat. Find workshops celebrating this and other cultural festivals on the following page.
Children's Mental Health Week
February 2027
Children's mental health week takes place each year in February. The exact date and theme for 2027 is yet to be announced..
Safer Internet Day
9 February 2027
Safer Internet Day is worldwide initiative designed to highlight the challenges of our modern day internet and how children especially can safely and responsibly make use of this technology.
National Storytelling Week
February 2027
National Storytelling Week is a chance for schools to encourage children to share stories and develop their literary skills. The theme for 2026 was Speaking Story into the Darkness.
World Book Day
4 March 2027
World Book Day is a firm favourite with children. A chance to read and share their favouite books, and in some schools, to dress as their favourite character.
National Careers Week
March 2027
National Careers Week promotes careers guidance for young people in secondary education.
British Science Week
5-14 March 2027
British Science Week promotes STEM subjects, especially for schools. Plan a workshop or school trip to tie-in with British Science Week's theme Creativity: the power of ideas, by visiting our specialist science or STEM pages.
Pi Day π
14 March 2027
Pi Day falls on the 14th March every year and shares the date with the International Day of Maths. Browser applied maths workshops to celebrate all things maths.
Shakespeare Week
March 2027
A celebration of the playwright, William Shakespeare. Whether you are studying Macbeth or A Midsummer Night's Dream, find an English trip or workshop to compliment your teaching.
Earth Day
22 April 2027
On 22nd April the world celebrates Earth Day. Plan a workshop or school trip to tie-in with Earth Day, with plenty of themes relating to sustainability, our environment, and climate change.
Mathematics & Statistics Awareness Month
April 2027
What is the square root of 225? Quickly. Help inspire your students with one of these fun but challenging maths experiences.
International Museums Day
18 May 2027
Romans, Tudors or Twentieth Century transport - inspire your class with a museum visit to celebrate International Museums Day!
Dinosaur Day
1 June 2027
Hang out with some dinosaur bones or learn about the discoveries that led to our undersanding of how these incredible creatures once dominated the landscape. National Dionsaur Day celebrates everything Palaeozoic and Mesozoic.
Environment Day
5 June 2027
Get your class inspired by World Environment Day, a chance to think about what needs to change and how we might go about changing our ways for the benefit of not too distant future.
World Oceans Day
8 June 2027
Our Oceans are a rich environment for biodiversity, an invaluable resource for food, and a difficult place to manage. Use World Oceans Day to learn more about the plight of the oceans with your pupils.
Healthy Eating Week
TBC June 2027
Support Healthy Eating Week in your classroom by planing a workshop or school trip to cover the topic of healthy eating with your class. We have lots of options available.
Farming Fortnight
1-14 June 2027
Every year, LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) hosts Farming Fortnight, a two-week educational programme designed to raise awareness about the journey of food production, sustainable agriculture, and rural employment opportunities.
Arts Week
TBC June 2027
Take part in a range of creative activities during Arts Week this June. We have a huge range of ideas and inspiration.
World Music Day
21 June 2027
This annual celebration of Music takes place each June and encourages children to listen to and perform music in its many forms. From African Drumming and Mayan Music to creative radio - browse our workshops.
World Rainforest Day
22 June 2027
Judging by the number of requests we get for Rainforest workshops, every school studies these ancient ecosystems and their complex relationship with mankind. Find out more for World Rainforest Day.
National Festival of Fieldwork
June 2027
Each June, The Geographical Association asks schools to take part in fieldwork designed to promote geography and the benefits of fieldwork.
Nature Discovery Week
TBA June 2027
Join outdoor surveys with the National Education Nature Park to observe and record local wildlife. You will be helping to nature recovery, supporting research, and making a meaningful environmental impact for your school.
International Literacy Day
8 September 2026
This UNESCO initiative takes place to highlight the importance of literacy, in a world where one in five adults are illeterate.
National Coding Week
14-20 September 2026
National Coding Week - plan a workshop or school trip to join in with improving your pupil's coding and computer skills. We have topics ranging from robotics and cyber security to game design and artificial intelligence.
Inventors & Makers Computing Workshops
We believe in inspiring all children to see themselves as inventors and engineers, so they grow up knowing they can shape their world. Award-winning STEM Workshops, Assemblies & CPD for children ages 3-11 Engineering, programming and robotics.
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Experience STEM in Zero-Gravity: VR Space Workshop
Students use VR to explore the International Space Station in zero-gravity. They learn about rocket launches and discover how curriculum topics from Physics and DT are used in the growing space industry. Experience fully-interactive virtual reality.
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Mary Seacole-Black History Month
During this Drama Hut Workshop, travel back in time to the 1850's with Mary Seacole herself and explore her extraordinary life and work. Through role play and improvisation we reimagine life through Marys eyes as a nurse during the Crimean War!
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Green Up Your Act Education
Green Up Your Act brings environmental issues to life through stimulating discussions, engaging presentations, and creative workshops for both primary and secondary education.
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Anti-Bullying Workshops - Online
If you're looking for an alternative to face to face anti-bullying workshops, then you're in the right place, because OpenView Education's Online Anti-Bullying Workshops can provide an exciting and positive experience for your students.
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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!
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Up-cycling and Recycling
In these exciting workshops we discuss a wide range of green issues in the home, at school and in a global context. By embracing up-cycling and recycling individuals can collectively contribute to a healthier planet and a more sustainable future.
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YHA Whitby
Situated immediately beside the historic ruins of Whitby Abbey, YHA Whitby is a magnificent Grade I listed mansion with views over the harbour and the North York Moors.
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Virtual Reality Day - PrimeVR
Bring all of your topics to life with the UK's No. 1 VR workshop company! Using VR headsets, we can deliver up to six workshops in a day, all tailored to each year group's current topic. Bring the outside world into your classroom with PrimeVR!
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Tres, dos, uno - Immersive Spanish Theatre
We are delighted to offer the brand new Spanish-language workshop, Tres, dos, uno! This fully-immersive workshop is in the format of a gameshow, with three hilarious quizzes and lots of interactivity.
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Guy Fawkes & Gunpowder Plot
Let us take you back to the time of the Gunpowder Plot. When Catholics and Protestants clashed, and people planned to get rid of the King to make way for a new order. The students will learn about the events through dancing, artwork, drama and oracy!
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National Museum Cardiff
You can create your own visit or let us do it for you. We offer you a range of stimulating workshops which explore parts of our collections in more detail. All workshops are linked to the National Curriculum.
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Mental Health & Wellbeing Workshops
Is student wellbeing a top concern for your school? These interactive wellbeing workshops support your students in building resilience and developing self-awareness. Students will learn mindfulness techniques in a fun and enjoyable way.
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Preparing for Panto!
During this Drama Hut Workshop, let us take the children on a behind the scenes exploration of this very British tradition! Dust off your jokes, crack open the dressing up box and join us for an opportunity to laugh, create and have some festive fun!
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World War 2 Experience at Bewdley Museum
Explore what life was like on the Home Front for evacuees during World War Two with our jam-packed experience day, full of interactive, immersive activities.
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Virtual Reality VR Experience
Students explore space, science, geography, history, wildlife, and the natural world through curriculum-linked VR experiences that develop enquiry, observation, critical thinking, and understanding of topics that are difficult to experience normally.
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History VR Day - PrimeVR
Bring all of your KS2 history topics to life with PrimeVR! We can cover the Egyptians, Romans, Greeks, Vikings, Ancient Maya, World Wars and the Stone Age. Travel back in time and bring the school trip to you!
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