All Adventure and Activity Centres articles – Page 12
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News & IdeasThe London Bridge Experience launches educational packs
School visits to The London Bridge Experience can now be accompanied by educational packs.
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FeaturesThe 5 Ps and school trip crisis control
Ways in which schools can prepare themselves for a crisis, even if it means thinking about the unthinkable.
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FeaturesLife after SATS week; school trips to de-stress
As headlines roll out about the negative effects sats are having, we suggest a few feel-good school trips.
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News & IdeasMerlin introduces new workshops to three London attractions
Madame Tussauds, Shrek’s Adventure! London and The London Dungeon have launched school workshops that link to the curriculum.
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FeaturesHow the V&A is championing design education
The V&A’s new DesignLabNation project will provide opportunities for school trips. We decided to find out more.
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FeaturesSchool trips and happiness
Is the UK really one of the worst countries for pupil happiness? Here are some trips that will put a smile on students’ faces.
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News & IdeasStonehenge now more accessible for school groups
The English Heritage site, Stonehenge, is even more school friendly now that a new coach park has been opened.
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FeaturesHow wild beach sessions can connect children with the coast
We look at the concept of Wild Beach and how it can inform LOtC practice in schools that are miles away from the seaside.
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Features5 ways school trips can be beneficial for teachers
STO rounds up the research to look at the ways in which school trips can have a positive impact on teachers.
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FeaturesShort sightedness; another reason to get kids out of the classroom
Record numbers of children are now developing short sightedness; teachers have got more reason than ever before to get their pupils outside.
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FeaturesGetting a taste of the Isle of Wight first-hand
Over the weekend of 1st and 2nd April, 50 teachers from across the country visited the Isle of Wight.
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FeaturesPupil Perspective: How outdoor education has helped me
STO talks to James, a Year 12 student, about the impact outdoor education has had on his life.
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News & IdeasShakespeare Themed Bus Tours Launched For Schools
A brand new bus tour called Shakespeare’s London is now available for schools and will allow pupils to explore Shakespearean London.
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News & IdeasDinosaurs in the Wild to introduce educational experience
The creators behind the live action show, Dinosaurs in the Wild will be introducing an educational experience for schools.
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News & IdeasNew theme world set to open at Legoland
Legoland in Windsor has announced that it will be launching a brand new theme world called Ninjago.
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FeaturesThe 5 elements of great LOtC
Sarah Blackwell, chairman of the Archimedes group of companies that delivers Forest School training across the country reveals what she considers to be the five key elements that contribute to a successful LOtC experience.
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News & IdeasRock UK offers free taster days to schools
Rock UK is offering schools the chance to trial its adventure centres for free by bringing students to one of its sites for a day of activities with lunch.
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News & IdeasAnniversary competition offers free school trip to Lee Valley Regional Park
To mark the 50th anniversary of Lee Valley Regional Park Authority, the Youth and Schools service is calling pupils to enter a competition.
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News & IdeasDetails revealed for Learning Beyond the Classroom conference
It has been announced that a Learning Beyond the Classroom conference will take place on 21st April at High Ashurst Outdoor Education Centre, in Surrey.
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FeaturesAlternative PE lessons
Obesity is said to be at an all-time high and a sedentary lifestyle for both children and adults is becoming more and more commonplace.