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Ask anyone returning from their first visit to Scotland, and the word beautiful will never be far from their lips. A long and noble past, this country has a fascinating social history, sublime geography and geology, plus great resources for learning about science, physical education and art. Scotland has it all in abundance and offers the kind of school trips that would make teachers in most countries rub their hands together in glee.

Looking for inspiring school trip ideas relating to Scotland's history or culture? There are treasures such as the National Museum and Galleries, Edinburgh Castle, outstanding international wildlife reserves, and sites dedicated to Scotland's maritime legacy.

Learning about geography or ecology in Scotland? Diverse ancient landscapes and protected areas of outstanding natural beauty allow students to study many national curriculum topics. All of these sites are perfect for either primary or secondary school trips, with tailor made learning resources designed to help with your class topics.

Looking for an outdoor pursuits trip in Scotland? With so much wide open space, the untamed Scottish countryside and ragged coastline is absolutely perfect for schools to experience outdoor adventure activities. Our dedicated Activity Centres in Scotland page is well worth a look!

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Galloway Activity Centre

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We’re a friendly family run outdoor activity centre that’s been operating since 1988 and caters to a wide range of children’s groups all year round. From the smallest group sizes to over 100 and from day trips to week long residential holidays.

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Galloway Activity Centre

Galloway Activity Centre
Kirkcudbrightshire

We’re a friendly family run outdoor activity centre that’s been operating since 1988 and caters to a wide range of children’s groups all year round. From the smallest group sizes to over 100 and from day trips to week long residential holidays.

Lagganlia Outdoor Learning Centre

Lagganlia Outdoor Learning Centre
Inverness-shire

Located in Cairngorm National Park, Lagganlia is set Glen Feshie amongst forest, mountains, loch and rives. We deliver outstanding outdoor education activities and inspirational outdoor learning experiences to schools.

Lochranza Centre CIC

Lochranza Centre CIC
Ayrshire

Located on the beautiful Isle of Arran, the Lochranza Centre CIC is an Outdoor Education & Activities Centre specialising in Geography, Geology, & Environmental Science field studies. We've delivered fun, safe, & adventurous school trips for 40 years

Fun Group Activities

Fun Group Activities
Scotland

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.


Benmore Outdoor Centre

Benmore Outdoor Centre
Argyllshire

19th Century listed manor house set in Benmore Botanic garden grounds, sleeps 120 young people. Located in Loch Lomond National Park in Argyll, our adventure education residentials provide inspirational outdoor learning experiences for schools

Edinburgh for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel

Edinburgh for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
Midlothian

Curriculum Travel specialises in the younger age groups so all of our tours are age appropriate. One of our favourite tours as almost all of it can be done on foot. You must try the Storytelling experience with story tellers bringing books to life.

Edinburgh

Edinburgh
Ayrshire

There are plenty of exciting things to do on a visit to Edinburgh. With stunning architecture, endless winding streets and an awe-inspiring castle perched on a dormant volcano, there’s nowhere else quite like it.

SEA LIFE

SEA LIFE
Scotland

Dive deep into a world of underwater discovery. Pupils will understand and learn how to conserve the natural wonders of the world! Explore creatures of the Pacific Ocean, the Amazon Rainforest and frozen extremities of Antarctic.


Rock UK - Whithaugh Park

Rock UK - Whithaugh Park
Roxburghshire

A multi activity centre set in 110 acres of unspoilt Scottish Borders countryside. We can offer incredible residential trips in our Scandinavian style lodges, with over 20 adventure activities, bursary places available and 98 years experience.

Edinburgh City Tour with Equity

Edinburgh City Tour with Equity
Midlothian

Edinburgh is a city of beautiful contrasts. The ancient castle perched atop its volcanic crag, the mishmash of medieval tenements towering over the Royal Mile, and the New Town's neoclassical grandeur are all out to impress and charm.

Millport Field Centre

Millport Field Centre
Ayrshire

Field Studies Council Millport has purpose-built accommodation and teaching spaces which provide an excellent base for a range of courses. Just 10 minutes by ferry from the mainland. Great base for fun outdoor activities, biology and geography trips.

Lockerbie Manor

Lockerbie Manor
Dumfriesshire

Lockerbie Manor offer outdoor residential school trips during term time, and all inclusive family activity holidays during the summer holidays. Activities take place in the extensive Manor house grounds or at


Edinburgh

Edinburgh
Midlothian

Take your students on a school trip to Edinburgh, streets that inspired the wizarding world, enchanting castles and rich history, a hub for creativity and culture and an incredibly unique cityscape pairing traditional elements with a modern twist.

The Edinburgh Dungeon

The Edinburgh Dungeon
Midlothian

With an inspirational cast of actors, The Edinburgh Dungeon offers an exciting walk through experience that lets you see, hear and smell historic Edinburgh and its perilous past. Get pupils thinking about language, characters and stage directions!

Pep the Poet

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Pep the Poet

Hello! I’m Pep the Poet. My mission is to ‘scatter sunshine one poem at a time.’ I deliver whole school poetry workshops &well-being days which are fun, exciting and interactive. I’ve written and published five poetry collections for

Pep the Poet - Mental Health & Well-being

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Pep the Poet - Mental Health & Well-being

Pep the Poet is a tremendous advocate of raising awareness and promoting positive mental health through creative means. He does this through his writing, poems and keynote speeches.


Anti-Bullying Workshops - Online

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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.

Anti-Bullying Show - Online

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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!

Stone to Iron Ages!

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Stone to Iron Ages!

At The Past Presents...WE GO BIG! Historical Workshops with the biggest, most well-thought out resources, sessions & experiences available in the UK. You'll wonder why you ever took trips out when you see the value we bring into your classroom!

Windrush - Migration Workshop

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Windrush - Migration Workshop

During this workshop, the children will pack their bags leaving the Caribbean Island of Jamacia and board HMT Windrush to journey to post war Britain. Through drama, song and poetry we will explore how the Windrush generation helped re-build Britain.


Greek Workshops

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Greek Workshops

During this Drama Hut workshop, the children will meet Athena, the feisty favourite Goddess and daughter of Zeus. Experience life in Ancient Greece, play 'Guess the God', act out the famous 'King Midas' Myth and even compete in an Olympic race!

JuniorSTEM Lego Robotics

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JuniorSTEM Lego Robotics

In a JuniorSTEM workshops your pupils will build amazing Robotic Lego WeDo models then learn to program sensors, motors and lights to bring them to life. Extremely engaging, packed full of learning and loads of fun.

Egyptian Workshops

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Egyptian Workshops

This Drama Hut workshop will take you on a journey back to the the 3rd millennium BC to unravel secrets hidden in an ancient Egyptian scroll. Goddess Isis will help the children take steps to ensure our Pharaoh passes through to the after life.

Dundee Science Centre

Dundee Science Centre
Angus

From hands-on robot programming to iconic explosion demonstrations, our education service is here to provide inspiring science and technology experiences for our schools and community.


HM Frigate Unicorn

HM Frigate Unicorn
Angus

His Majesty's Frigate Unicorn, of 46 guns, was built for the Royal Navy in the Royal Dockyard at Chatham and launched in 1824. She is now the World's last intact warship from the days of sail.

Summerlee Victorian Life

Summerlee Victorian Life
Lanarkshire

The museum of Scottish Industrial Life is one of Scotland's best industrial heritage attractions. This twenty two acre site at Summerlee, North Lanarkshire, has an exhibition hall with working exhibits, tramway, mine tours and a social history area.

Scottish Parliament

Scottish Parliament
Midlothian

At the Scottish Parliament we can offer a great selection of programmes for schools including workshops on Citizenship, Art & Design, History and much more!

National Galleries of Scotland

National Galleries of Scotland
Midlothian

Guided tours of the national collection are led by experienced gallery educators. Pupils are encouraged to engage with works of art through activities and discussion.


Scottish Maritime Museum

Scottish Maritime Museum
Dunbartonshire

The Scottish Maritime Museum contains exhibitions and collections that tell the story of that great maritime tradition. The sites have a collection of vessels that represent 150 years history.

Scotland School Trips

Scotland School Trips
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Explore the highlands Scotland and learn about the country's rich culture and history. This trip is perfect for school groups and mixes educational excursions with fun activities.

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