Features to inspire learning outside the classroom
Chantry Academy pupils have ‘once in a lifetime experience’ in London
Jamie Kelly of Chantry Primary Academy won the School Trip Champion Award in 2019, but due to the pandemic, was unable to take his class out on their prize trip until this year.
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‘Best day ever’ for Sherbrook Primary pupils on farm adventure
Sue Dutton of Sherbrook Primary School in Staffordshire was crowned 2022 School Trip Champion. She reports back from the prize trip she organised to Lower Drayton Farm.
5 of the best: science experiences for schools
There’s nothing like interactive learning to bring the subject of science to life. Here are some school-friendly museums and attractions that give students a real taste of the excitement that has fascinated scientists through the ages.
Vote for your favourite attractions and providers and see how schools can win big too, with two £1,500 prizes up for grabs. The 2023 Awards are open so get involved and be a part of it.
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Teacher Talk: on your doorstep and trips abroad
We caught up with Chris Rayner from Colchester Prep and High School about his standout trips and the benefits of an early term residential.
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A mother’s tips for getting parents on board with school trips
5 places to take your class for a Maths-themed trip
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Attractions share special memories and pictures of Queen Elizabeth II
Tourism attractions across the UK have paid tribute and shared a number of wonderful photographs via social media, following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, who died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland on 8th September.
New year, new ideas: 7 memorable experiences for your pupils
We’ve listed seven new openings, offers and educational workshops to give pupils a memorable experience throughout the 2022/23 academic year.
Bouncing back into the new school year
This is a time of year full of excitement, enthusiasm, perhaps a little bit of apprehension, but mainly of possibilities, shiny stationery and new starts. Trends for school trips are on the up - and there’s lots of help out there to make yours a success, says Emily Carlill from CLOtC.
Grendon Primary take whole school for fun day with prize money
After winning the ‘My Best School Trip’ Award for its week residential in Cornwall, Grendon CE Primary School in Wellingborough used the prize money to treat the whole school to a summer fun day at Wicksteed Park. Head teacher, John Wayland tells us all about it.
Video: highlighting the value of learning beyond the classroom
The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom has created a video showcasing why getting children outside of the classroom is so beneficial.
8 school trip ideas to inspire pupils with British history
Nothing inspires pupils more than stepping away from the classroom to experience times gone by at some of the most historically significant places around Great Britain. Whether it’s wartime visits or Tudor-linked sites, children can get to grips with the past by visiting the rooms that textbooks can only describe. ...