Features to inspire learning outside the classroom

Chester Zoo

Wildlife attractions to inspire young conservationists

Zoos and wildlife attractions across the UK offer school visits and workshops to help young people develop their understanding of the natural world.

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Wicked Active Learning

Exciting workshops to enhance theatre visits

How taking part in theatre workshops help benefit pupils and why they add value to learning, and the workshops and shows available to schools.

Crowded place

Managing school groups safely in crowded places and cities

How to manage the risks in crowded places while still providing enriching experiences when visiting popular destinations.

Royal Liberty School in Canada

Case study: Niagara Falls and Canadian culture

Royal Liberty School went on an exciting and varied trip to Canada with Halsbury Travel. Science teacher, Adam Higgins reports back.

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Science & Media Museum

7 attractions to inspire STEM learning

Museums, science centres and other thrilling visits linked to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics to inspire young scientists.

School Travel Awards 2024: Outstanding Contribution to LOtC

Peter Carne OBE on winning the first Outstanding Contribution Award

The former geography teacher and Learning Outside the Classroom Manifesto Champion reflects on receiving the first Outstanding Contribution Award.

Carisbrooke students, about to scale the Great Wall

Carisbrooke College pupils discover Chinese culture and language

30 students from Carisbrooke College went on a cultural and linguistic journey into the heart of Asia, travelling across China and taking STO mascot Teacher Ted with them for the experience.

Generation Green

New curriculum: young people need these experiences now

James Blake, CEO of YHA (England & Wales) and chair of Access Unlimited, on why we can’t wait to give young people vital experiences.

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The results: School Trips & Learning Outside the Classroom Survey 2025

Our survey findings help us understand how schools plan and where they get their information from.

School pupils in London

New OEAP guidance supports inclusive trips for autistic pupils

The Outdoor Education Advisers’ Panel has published new guidance to help teachers and educational visit coordinators plan inclusive trips for autistic students.