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Features7 attractions to inspire STEM learning
Museums, science centres and other thrilling visits linked to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics to inspire young scientists.
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FeaturesCarisbrooke 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.
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FeaturesThe 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.
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FeaturesNew 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.
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FeaturesFam trip highlights Jordan as school trip destination
Jordan is firmly on the agenda for educational visits after a successful fam visit with highlights including camel rides in Wadi Rum, floating in the Dead Sea and exploring ancient Petra.
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FeaturesTeachers explore Tallinn on TCBC School Tours’ 20th anniversary trip
Teachers joined tour operator TCBC School Tours on a trip to explore Estonia’s capital as a potential school trip destination through cultural, historical and culinary experiences.
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FeaturesMust-see attractions for educational visits to London
The capital is filled with museums, historical venues and one-of-a-kind sites linked to learning outside the classroom.
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Features8 inspiring English literature destinations
From Harry Potter magic to the drama of famous authors and playwrites, discover eight destinations that will transform your English lessons.
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FeaturesCase study: Telling a story at the Roald Dahl Museum
Year 3 pupils from Emmbrook Junior School learned about different ways to be creative and the importance of working together during their trip to the Roald Dahl Museum & Story Centre in Buckinghamshire.
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Features5 West End shows: school rates, free resources and workshops
The packed schedule of West End shows makes it hard to pick what to see. These five shows offer great benefits for school groups including discounts, workshops and a range of resources.
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FeaturesTeacher talk: primary school visits and helping staff
Wayne Holder, business manager at Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School in Leicester, on organising primary school visits and opportunities for all pupils.
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FeaturesBeyond Berlin: what Germany has to offer school groups
Inspire your students with a visit to Germany which offers a rich history, adventure and much more.
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FeaturesLesser-known but brilliant destinations for school trips
21 off-the-beaten-track attractions that offer brilliant learning experiences for your school group.
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FeaturesCreating a community with multi-academy trust trips
420 pupils on a residential - that’s big. So why does the LEO Academy Trust bring pupils together from seven schools every year and take over a centre in Devon?
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FeaturesA school trip to… The Paddington Bear Experience
The loveable bear invites school groups to Windsor Gardens via Paddington Station with a detour to Peru and offers learning resources and special pricing for schools.
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FeaturesTeachers ‘scale new heights’ at The Outward Bound Trust
STO’s Finley Cannon visited The Outward Bound Trust in Aberdovey, Wales, to take part in an all-action teacher taster where they were immersed in a packed 24-hour experience.
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FeaturesTeacher talk: the “Ant & Dec” of school travel
Dave Cook and Craig Pryer of Tendring Technology College in Essex discuss their shared passion for helping young people to thrive outside the classroom.
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FeaturesExploring famous sights on a packed trip to New York
Frank, a Year 10 pupil at Royal Liberty School in Romford, explains the positive effect that a busy trip to New York City had on him, where he and 39 other pupils visited world-famous landmarks and learned about the history of the United States.
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FeaturesTeacher talk: providing opportunities for pupil independence
Matt Price, EVC at Bedford Modern School, on the challenge of mobile phones on visits and managing more than 100 trips per year.
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FeaturesMusic-themed visits to help your class feel the rhythm
A round-up of some school trip ideas to inspire musicians and a love of music, from interesting museums to interactive venues.