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Zipping, bouncing and learning in historic mines and quarries
There were surprises above and below ground as Rob Yandell was thrown off things, down things and around things at three of Zip World’s sites in North Wales.
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Our inspiring school trip to CERN’s Science Gateway Centre
Student Finley Simpson shares his experience of the new Science Gateway Centre at CERN in Geneva.
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10 theme park adventures for school groups of all ages
With so many theme parks and attractions, schools are spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a thrilling educational school trip. We’ve narrowed it down to just ten, ranging from UK highlights to European adventures.
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How to evaluate residentials and use the results
Learning Away expert Peter Carne OBE, on how to evaluate the impact and success of residential trips.
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Teacher tips on good value school trips abroad
Three teachers share their suggestions on how you can maximise value when taking school groups abroad.
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SEND considerations to make when taking learning outside the classroom
Becky Baldwin, learning outside the classroom coordinator at Castle Manor Academy in Suffolk, explains the considerations needed to take students with SEND on educational visits.
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What to consider when organising a school ski trip
Phil Brown from the National Schools Snowsports Association on what schools should think about when organising a trip on the slopes.
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Discover Shakespeare away from the classroom with these top visits
To celebrate Shakespeare Week, here are some top activities and attractions for schools to celebrate the life of the playwright all-year-round.
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6 unusual places that offer school sleepovers
Spend the night with your class in these amazing spaces to give pupils an experience they will never forget.
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LIVE! conferences inspire pupils at Disneyland Paris
Harry Rogers reports back from an educational visit like no other, where more than 1,300 pupils arrived at Disneyland Paris to have fun, boost creativity and find ideas.
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The benefits of banning phones from school trips
Teachers have shared the positive impact that a ‘technology-free’ residential had on their pupils at Land & Wave in Dorset.
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Your first school ski trip? An academy shares their experience and tips
South Nottinghamshire Academy took 69 Year 8-10 pupils to Italy on their first ever ski trip which was a huge success. They share their advice.
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5 Geography school trip ideas to help students make sense of the world
We’ve researched ideas of where to go on your next visit to enhance geography studies and how to give context to the subject.
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Cultural capital: how learning outside the classroom changes pupils’ trajectory
Kate Erskine, head of Diversity Study Trips, shares her experiences of how the lives of students have been changed for the better because of school trips.
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Where teachers are taking their pupils on educational visits in 2024
We’ve been in touch with a number of teachers and EVCs to find out where they are heading with their students this year and what they’re most looking forward to.
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Watch: Walsall Academy’s epic Borneo expedition
Walsall Academy has produced a video of their incredible expedition to Borneo.
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Make a splash with your class with these water sports experiences
Here are a range of school-friendly experiences which let your pupils build confidence through fun and engaging water-based activities.
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Field Studies Council: celebrating 80 years and 3.7 million student visits
The UK’s leading environmental education charity is celebrating its 80th anniversary having welcomed more than 3.7 million students through its doors.
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Water safety: curriculum changes, a parent’s story and where to go
A look at guidance and campaigning about teaching students to stay safe around water and how one centre is helping schools.
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Lessons at 10 initiative sparks passion in a range of subjects
Schools from across the country have been visiting Number 10 Downing Street to take part in a range of activities with the Prime Minister’s wife Akshata Murty.