Scotland
School Trips
Explore Scotland and learn outside the classroom
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!
Galloway Activity Centre
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.
Whatever the activity the focus at the Galloway Activity Centre is always on learning new skills, working together and having as much fun as possible along the way. We choose our staff based on their personal qualities and enthusiasm and all are qualified outdoor professionals. Their aim is to inspire young people, help them develop confidence and give them some great memories....
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Choose Your Curriculum Subject
The trips below are just a sample of what we have available for schools trips Scotland. Click the subjects below to view our full range of trips & workshops in this region (click again to unfilter)..
Roman Curriculum Trip for Primary and Middle Schools
Scotland school trips English, Archaeology, History, Romans, Art
Curriculum Travel specialises in primary & middle school tours and day trips. Romans are a big part of the curriculum and what better way to experience it than a visit to Hadrian's Wall, Housesteads Roman Fort and Vindolanda.
Peak - Mobile Outdoor Adventure Activities
Scotland school trips Physical Education, Bushcraft, Sports Centre, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Do you need a special feature at your school event? We can bring an element of adventure to your event with our fantastic range of mobile activities. From team building, mobile climbing walls to archery and more.
FSC Millport
Scotland school trips Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Physical Education, Wildlife, Bushcraft
COVID-19 OFFER
FSC Millport has purpose-built accommodation and teaching spaces which provide an excellent base for a range of courses. It is just 10 minutes by ferry from the mainland. Great base for fun outdoor activities, biology and geography trips at all ages.
Lockerbie Manor
Scotland school trips Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
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
Multi-Activity Package
Citizenship, Geography, Physical Geography, Physical Education, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Jam-packed with challenging and engaging activities our Multi-Activity packages are designed to engage students through a mixture of practical PE based activities, whilst making the most of the great outdoors and our enviable localities.
Big School Camp
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Wildlife, Bushcraft, SEN, Accommodation Only, Physical Education
COVID-19 OFFER
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
Edinburgh for Primary & Middle schools
Maths, Design Technology, Business, Performing Arts, Music, Religious Education, Art, PSHE
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 Story Telling experience with story tellers bringing books to life.
Edinburgh
English, History, Romans, Medieval, Industrial, SEN
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.
Bushcraft with the Field Studies Council
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Bushcraft
COVID-19 OFFER
Experience amazing outdoor locations at Field Studies Council’s network of UK Centres. Our courses are all focused on students being immersed in the natural world. They also make use of the beautiful surroundings including using bushcraft skills.
Peak - DofE Expeditions
Citizenship
COVID-19 OFFER
We are an Approved Activity Provider and we offer comprehensive Expedition for Bronze, Silver and Gold Award packages that deliver classroom-based training and on-the-hill learning. These are aligned to the DofE Expedition Training Framework.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Geography, Human Geography, Science, Chemistry, Biology, Physical Education
COVID-19 OFFER
Residential fieldwork created specifically for International Baccalaureate Diploma students in geography, biology and ESS. Field Studies Council has a network of UK Centres to choose from, many with easy transport links for UK and major airports.
Discovery Package
English, Science, Physics, Biology, Design Technology, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Our Discovery packages have been designed to enable teachers to plan a thrilling residential that meets their own needs and budget. This flexible option focuses on your defined key outcomes, so if you want to look at communication we will provide…
Edinburgh City Tour
History, Medieval, Tudors, Victorian
COVID-19 OFFER
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.
Craggan Outdoors
Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
Winner 'Best Outdoor Adventure Experience' - Scottish Outdoor Leisure Awards 2019; 'Best Outdoor Activity & Learning Centre' -Scottish Enterprise Awards 2018. TripAdvisor 94% rated. AALA-licensed, & Learning Outside the Classroom accredited.
Creative School Trips
Citizenship, English, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Archaeology, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Vikings, Medieval, Elizabethans, worldwar, Twentieth Century, Design Technology, Business, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Religious Education, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Wildlife, Sports Centre, Careers, SEN
We specialise in creative educational group travel, creating & managing engaging school trips covering the whole curriculum in partnership with museums and attractions across the UK, packaged with all your travel necessities.
Dundee Science Centre
Science, Computing, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Twentieth Century
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.
Anglo-Saxon Village
History, Geography, Saxons, Human Geography
We provide an insight in to the every day environment you would typically find in an Anglo-Saxon village. Through our unique atmosphere and our fascinating dispays, the village is a must for any pupils studying
Scottish Maritime Museum
Geography, Human Geography, History, Twentieth Century
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.
Summerlee Victorian Life
History, Design Technology, Victorian
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.
National Galleries of Scotland
History, Religious Education, Art, Tudors, Elizabethans, Twentieth Century
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 Parliament
Citizenship, English, History, Twentieth Century
At the Scottish Parliament we can offer a great selection of programmes for schools including workshops on Citizenship, Art & Design, History and much more!
HM Frigate Unicorn
History, Industrial
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.
Galloway Activity Centre
Physical Education, Wildlife, Watersports, SEN
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.
Scotland School Workshops
Is your school located in Scotland? The workshop providers below can visit you! Allow your student to benefit from their specialist knowledge and experience in your class subject or topic..
Outback 2 Basics
Fieldstudies, History, Prehistory, Bushcraft
A fantastic way to get children immersed in the Stone Age. Workshops are Interactive & hands on. An opportunity to get up-close and personal with our ancient ancestors. Smell and feel the Stone Age. We even have a real mammoth tooth to pass around!
Theatre Workshop
English, Geography, Environmental Geography, History, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Tudors, Victorian, worldwar, Performing Arts, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Theatre Workshop have been visiting schools for over 25 years with fun filled active workshops. Our workshops certainly have the WOW factor and will get you pupils scrabbling for the internet to research for themselves. Book NOW
Online Safety series
Performing Arts, PSHE
Playing online can be so much fun with wonderful worlds to explore, friends to talk to and cool characters to meet. But what dangers might there be? How can we stay safe? Who can we talk to if we're worried? Our online safety series reveals all!
Japanese Fan Dance
Dance
Japanese Fan Dancing is an ancient tradition, dating back to 600BC. Fans were originally used to cool aristocracy, now they are used for storytelling and entertainment! Using dance and storytelling, One Day Creative explore this traditional artform.
Ancient Rome Workshop & Wow Day
History, Romans
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!
Calamity Climate Change Workshop
Citizenship, Geography, Environmental Geography, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
From start to finish this exciting and inspiring workshop on CLIMATE CHANGE is a wonderful way to introduce your pupils to the changing world around us. The professional actor will set up a pop-up theatre in your school hall, music & costumes.
Virtual Reality VR Experience
Science, Physics
Immersive Experiences’ VR programs cover the greatest variety of shows – more than any planetarium in the world, with over 200 experiences to enjoBring learning and entertainment together A personal experience Perfect for SEN, SLD, PMLD audienc
Ancient Greece Workshop & Wow Day
History, Greeks
Dan Tastic Education brings history to life with incredible Ancient Greece 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!
USA Workshop & Wow Day
Dan Tastic Education brings The United States to life with incredible USA Wow Days! Your pupils will be engaged by our historical items, props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Maths Puzzle Activity Day
Maths, SEN
Get your pupils thinking with a fantastic puzzle day! Lots of hands on games and puzzles will be brought into your school for teams of pupils to bring their minds together to solve.
Pirates
History, Significant Individuals, Performing Arts
Yo ho, yo ho, a pirates life for me! Before we jump straight onto our vessel let’s find out what life as a pirate would have been like. Let’s learn how to talk like a pirate, walk like a pirate and find out the how lawless the high seas really ar
STEMdrones-Drone Coding
Science, Physics, Design Technology, Computing
Our CAA approved commercial drone pilot will teach your children about the principles of flight by getting students to experience it by flying and coding mini drones to navigate their way through an indoor obstacle and achieve mission objectives.
Outer Space Workshop & Wow Day
Science, Physics
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
Rainforests - Above and beyond the Canopy
Geography, Environmental Geography, Performing Arts, Wildlife
COVID-19 OFFER
Join Bethany Bell our enthusiastic scientist, as she explores the Rainforests of South America. From the magnificent canopy of trees to the dark forest floor, home to fungi & insects, the children will be introduced to a magical world.
Mindfulness Workshop Videos
Performing Arts, PSHE
Practice the much-needed skills of reflection, empathy, and caring for your own health with Clem and Carly. They will guide you and your pupils through a 'perform-along' creative Mindfulness lesson with time to explore emotions and feelings and tools
Prehistory Online Learning Workshops
History, Prehistory, Celts, Bushcraft
COVID-19 OFFER
Live stream a Prehistory Person direct from a Palaeolithic Cave or Chieftain Roundhouse at Celtic Harmony Camp into your classroom for a unique remote learning experience.
FSC Digital and Outreach
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology
COVID-19 OFFER
If you can’t come to us at the moment maybe we can come to you. Our outreach packages bring our expert staff to your school or alternatively access our excellent teaching without leaving the classroom through our range of digital packages.
WW2 School Escape Rooms
History, worldwar
Have you experienced the excitement of an Escape Room? We've turned it on its head for schools. Your pupils will have to solve a series of puzzles, locked up in a box, to find the key to stop the timer! Are yours pupils up for the challenge?
Superhero Workshop & Wow Day
English
Dan Tastic Education brings comic books to life with incredible Superhero 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!
Ramayana Dance
Dance, Religious Education
The Ramayana is an ancient Sanskrit epic which follows Prince Rama’s quest to rescue his beloved wife Sita from the clutches of Ravana. Using dance and storytelling we explore this classic tale and it's links to Hindu culture.
The Greeks
Citizenship, History, Greeks, Performing Arts
An action-packed day of drama focusing on the Ancient Greeks. Children will learn about Greek myths, Greek Gods and the lives of the ancient Greek people. They’ll explore the different City States, perform their own Olympics and learn about the i
Dance Days TV
Performing Arts, Dance, Physical Education
COVID-19 OFFER
Dance Days TV - 14 of our most popular educational dance workshop videos. Styles include African, Carnival, Chinese, Flamenco, Greek, Indian, Irish, Russian, USA, the 1940s, 1960s, 1970s, Street and Pirates. From £45 per workshop video.
Romans
History, Romans
COVID-19 OFFER
Let us to take you back to the time when the Romans first settled in Britain. We will teach your students all about the rise of one of the greatest armies in history. Find out about how they lived, what they eat and how they were entertained!
E-Safety Workshops online
Citizenship, Performing Arts, PSHE, Computing
Cyberbullying & Message Groups - Engaging online workshop.
Florence Nightingale - Online
History, Victorian, Significant Individuals, Beyond Living Memory
COVID-19 OFFER
Who was Florence Nightingale and just how important was her role in improving hospital conditions for soldiers in the Crimea? Come with us as we find out how she challenged the stereotype of nurses and influenced a new way of nursing.
Aspire 2 Me
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE
COVID-19 OFFER
Our Aspire2 Me programmes are aimed at delivering motivational and inspirational sessions through assemblies and workshops. Olympic Athletes share their stories of inspiration via talks that both engage and raise aspirations.
Online Safety Performances
Citizenship, Performing Arts, PSHE
Bring a performance into school to support your work during Online Safety month in February. Through exciting story lines, recognisable characters and clear information, Altru's Online Safety performances are the perfect way to help children learn.
Secondary School Maths Challenge Day
Maths
HANDS ON AND ENGAGING MATHS! Bring us to your school for an exciting day of maths, focusing on the core skills required to become great mathematicians without a pencil in sight. Watch your pupil's confidence grow and see their smiles as they succeed.
Ancient Egyptians
Citizenship, History, Ancient Civilisations, Egyptians, Performing Arts
A fun and participatory day of drama exploring Ancient Egyptians! Children will learn about the history of the Egyptians, exploring their civilisation and how this relates to their lives today.
Game Over
Performing Arts, PSHE
Take your class on a real life adventure through the world of addictive gaming. Will your class be able to avoid the temptation of in app-traps? Will they be able to resist the addictive games in order to get a good nights sleep?
Coding Workshop for KS1-2
Maths, Science, Physics, Computing, SEN
Having a DRONEday is a brilliant way to let children control physical devices in an exciting, challenging, unique and safe way. *You will be covering the Computing PoS. *The children will be having so much fun they don't realise they are learning!
Onsite School Team Building Days
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, SEN
The Problem Solving Company is UK'S THE LEADING PROVIDER OF SCHOOL TEAM BUILDING DAYS. Our mobile collection of team challenges are the perfect way to engage your students with a day of hands-on activities without leaving the school grounds.
The Romans - Online Workshop
History, Romans, Local History, Performing Arts, Music
Join Clem and Carly as they invite you to delve into the exciting world of the Romans. Using drama, song, and movement- recreate some of the amazing architecture the Romans built; create a Roman gods talent show; play a famous Roman game and more!
The Puzzle Tomb Escape Rooms
English, Maths, Geography, History, Egyptians, Art, SEN
Sometimes, taking your pupils on a school trip just isn't do-able. We don't want your pupils to miss out on these integral childhood adventures any more than you do, which is why we'd love to put UK prim
Shakespeare Romeo and Juliet
Performing Arts, Music
We can come to your venue with a dome and can show Romeo and Juliet as a fulldome show to your pupils.
Pirates or Pioneers, Online Viking workshop
History, Vikings
COVID-19 OFFER
Marauding pirates or international traders? Come and explore the crafts and incredible trade-routes of the Vikings.
Knights & Castles Workshop & Wow Day
History, Medieval
Dan Tastic Education brings history to life with incredible Knights & Castles Wow Days! Your pupils will be engaged by our historical items, props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Mountains
Geography, Physical Geography
Experience Mountains through a variety of multimedia resources including the power of Virtual Reality
Outer Space VR Workshop
English, Science, Physics, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Blast your class into outer space with PrimeVR! Learn about our Solar System, the Milky Way Galaxy and how vast our universe is with immersive VR headsets! Bring the school trip to you! Please ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
WW2
History, worldwar
COVID-19 OFFER
Let us to take you back to the time of the second world war. We will teach you all about life on the front as well as life at home. Find out about code-cracking, rationing, evacuation and how people survived one of the worst battles in history!
The Voice Workshop - Confidence Building
Performing Arts
COVID-19 OFFER
This Drama Hut workshop is designed to help boost children’s confidence and make the most of their voice, whether its for a school assembly, reciting a poem or debating around the dinner table!
Stone Age to Iron Age
History, Prehistory
Stone Age to Iron Age is, consistently, one of most popular topics – as drama helps bring this complex period of history to life for children. Stone Age to Iron Age in a Day covers all of the key elements of life across the Stone, Bronze and Iro
Programming virtual robots
Maths, Design Technology, Computing
COVID-19 OFFER
Brand New - Robot programming workshops that can be run entirely virtually. Two types are offered, Scratch based (best for KS2) and Python based (best for KS3).
Crime & Punishment
History, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Elizabethans, Victorian
COVID-19 OFFER
Let us show you how Crimes and Punishments have changed throughout history. Our executioner will lead you through whistle-stop tour from Roman ages right up to our modern day. The children will explore this topic using drama, artefacts and role-play.
World War 2
Citizenship, Maths, Geography, Human Geography, Archaeology, History, worldwar, Performing Arts, Music, Physical Education, Art
COVID-19 OFFER
Humph’s Histories is led by Steve Humpherson who has a passion for history and passing on this passion. Steve combines fun and learning through his exciting and engaging activity based workshops.
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1960s Workshop & Wow Day
History, Twentieth Century
Dan Tastic Education brings The 1960s to life with incredible 1960s 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
Viking Workshop & Wow Day
History, Vikings
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!
Shakespeare
English, Performing Arts
Explore the work of William Shakespeare, with a focus on the depth of character, use of stage craft and innovative language. Choose from Macbeth, A Midsummer Nights Dream or Romeo & Juliet for your One Day Creative drama workshop.
Tales and Treasures online Anglo-Saxon workshop
History, Saxons
COVID-19 OFFER
Horses, birds, snakes, why did the Anglo-Saxons decorate their treasures with these creatures and what did they mean? Come with us as we discover Anglo-Saxon culture and the many ways animals were important to both their beliefs and everyday lives.
Cyber Security Virtual Enrichment
Maths, Computing
Cyber terrorists have taken control of the RAF's latest space asset. Your challenge is to analyse the evidence and obtain access to the secure server. You will use a range of cryptographic and cyber security skills to solve this in 90 minutes.
Ancient Greece VR
English, History, Greeks
A not to be missed opportunity to visit and experience Ancient Greece. This experience will allow you to see and hear first hand what life was like for the Ancient Greeks
Physics and Space
Science, Physics, Languages
Explore the forces of the universe closer than ever before. Enter the large hadron collider, split an atom, discovery the electromagnetic spectrum and see whats behind dark matter
Anti-Bullying Workshops - Online
Citizenship, Performing Arts, PSHE
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
Citizenship, Performing Arts, PSHE
Bring a performance into school to support your work during Anti-Bullying month in November. Through exciting story lines, recognisable characters and clear information, Altru's Anti-Bullying performances are the perfect way to help children learn.
Earthquakes & Volcanoes
Geography, Physical Geography, Performing Arts
Hundreds of earthquakes shake the earth every day – some big, some small, some enormous! Meanwhile, boiling hot lava erupts from volcanoes around the world. One Day Creative uses drama and role play to explore this exciting topic.
Pirate Workshop & Wow Day
English
Dan Tastic Education brings history to life with incredible Pirate 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!
The Great Fire of London
Citizenship, History, Tudors
A fun and participatory day of drama exploring The Great Fire of London! Children will learn about the history of The Great Fire of London, exploring the tragic event, how it happened and how we survived it!
Choose Your Curriculum Subject
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