Special events during the school year 2025 2026
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 Literacy Day
8 September 2025
This UNESCO initiative takes place to highlight the importance of literacy, in a world where one in five adults are illeterate.
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National Coding Week
15-21 September 2025
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.
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European Day of Languages
26 September 2025
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.
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Space Week
4-10 October 2025
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.
View Space & Physics Trips & Workshops..
Black History Month
October 2025
October is Black History Month. Celebrate achievements of black people throughout history and remember historic world events.
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National Poetry Day
2 October 2025
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'.
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National Libraries Week
6-12 October 2025
In 2025, National Libraries Week will take place from the 6th to the 12th of October. 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'.
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Diwali
20 October 2025
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.
Celbrate Diwali..
National Recycling Week
10-16 November 2025
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.
View Sustainability Trips & Workshops..
Guy Fawkes Bonfire Night
5 November 2025
Remember remember the 5th of November, Gunpowder, treason and plot. Study the Tudors and the life of Guy Fawkes.
View World War Trips & Workshops..
Remembrance Day
11 November 2025
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.
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Anti-Bullying Week
TBC November 2025
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.
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Christmas
December 2025
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.
View Christmas Trips & Workshops..
Chinese New Year
17 February 2026
Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year is celebrated worldwide. This year is the Chinese year of the horse. Find workshops celebrating this and other cultural festivals on the following page.
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Safer Internet Day
10 February 2026
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.
Children's Mental Health Week
1-7 February 2026
Children's mental health week takes place each year in February. The theme for 2026 is yet to be announced..
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National Storytelling Week
1-9 February 2026
National Storytelling Week is a chance for schools to encourage children to share stories and develop their literary skills. The theme for 2025 was Reimagine your world.
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National Careers Week
2-7 March 2026
National Careers Week promotes careers guidance for young people in secondary education.
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World Book Day
5 March 2026
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.
View World Book Day Workshops..
British Science Week
6-15 March 2026
British Science Week promotes STEM subjects, especially for schools. Plan a workshop or school trip to tie-in with British Science Week's theme 'Curiosity...what's your question?' by visiting our specialist science or STEM pages.
View Science Trips & Workshops..
Shakespeare Week
24-30 March 2025
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.
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Earth Day
22 April 2026
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.
View Environmental Trips & Workshops..
Mathematics & Statistics Awareness Month
April 2026
What's the square root of 225? Quickly.
Help inspire your students with one of these fun but challenging maths experiences.
View Maths & Numeracy Trips & Workshops..
International Museums Day
18 May 2026
Romans, Tudors or Twentieth Century transport - inspire your class with a museum visit to celebrate International Museums Day!
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Dinosaur Day
1 June 2026
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.
View Dionsaur Trips & Workshops..
Environment Day
5 June 2026
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.
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World Oceans Day
8 June 2026
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.
View Oceans Trips & Workshops..
Healthy Eating Week
8-12 June 2026
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.
View Food Trips & Workshops..
Arts Week
June 2026
Take part in a range of creative activities during Arts Week this June. We have a huge range of ideas and inspiration.
View Art Trips & Workshops..
World Music Day
21 June 2026
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.
View Music Trips & Workshops..
World Rainforest Day
22 June 2026
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.
View Rainforest Trips & Workshops..
National Festival of Fieldwork
June 2026
Each June, The Geographical Association asks schools to take part in fieldwork designed to promote geography and the benefits of fieldwork.
View FieldStudies..
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Stone Age VR Workshop
Visit a typical Stone Age settlement and Stonehenge with PrimeVR! From the comfort of your classroom, we'll take you on a guided tour using VR headsets! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
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Newlands Adventure Centre
Embark on a stress-free school residential at Newlands Adventure Centre! Nestled in the Lake District, our historic full-board outdoor haven ensures an unforgettable experience for students. Enjoy Ghyll Scrambling, High Ropes, Paddleboarding & more.
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The Towers Active Learning Centre
The Towers Active Learning Centre is located in the heart of one of the most stunning mountain areas of the UK. Offering a range of offsite outdoor activities both in the beautiful mountains and the stunning coast line.
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Anti-Bullying Show - Online
Are you looking for an exciting and engaging experience for your students this Anti-Bullying Week? Then you need the ultimate Online Anti-Bullying Show for Schools: Time To Unite!
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Visit 8 Wonders of the World
With engaging presenters and modern 360° projection technology, we bring the excitement and buzz of international travel to schools. Students and teachers will be left with vivid and lasting memories to motivate classroom learning.
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