All Features articles – Page 8
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FeaturesHow Surrey Outdoor Learning & Development has been adapting residentials
Louise Edwards, manager at Surrey Outdoor Learning & Development (SOLD), on converting residentials and a refocus on outdoor learning.
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FeaturesThe results from our School Trips and Learning Outside the Classroom survey
Our 2020 reader survey revealed a number of interesting things, including how far ahead teachers plan certain types of trips and the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Features“We can help bring the archives to you,” says National Archives’ education team
We spoke with Rachel Hillman and Hannah Carter from the education team at the National Archives about how they have made the transition to online school sessions and what pupils can gain from the experience.
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FeaturesAcademy trust chief on reconnecting pupils to outdoor learning, day trips & residentials
Wayne Norrie, chief executive of Greenwood Academies Trust, explains why they’re committed to giving the children access to outdoor learning and residential visits as soon as they can.
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FeaturesTeacher Jon Clarke reflects on 12 months of school travel
Jon Clarke, shadow headteacher of Learning Away Champion School Walsall Academy, reflects on the last 12 months and how things have changed.
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FeaturesTurning learning inside out and adjusting to a new normal
Anne Hunt, chief executive of the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom on how schools and providers can adjust to a new normal.
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FeaturesActors including David Tennant help pupils with Shakespeare studies
Royal Shakespeare Company actors have been answering students’ questions about Shakespeare and drama studies during lockdown.
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FeaturesLiterature-linked trips for schools planning ahead
Looking forward to when educational trips resume? Here are some memorable visit ideas to help you plan an outing linked to English.
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FeaturesFormer headteacher and CLOtC chair on inspiration during coronavirus pandemic
Steve Dool says the creativity shown during the pandemic has been inspiring as he advises providers to prepare for an “avalanche of interest”.
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Features5 expedition trips for schools planning ahead
We’re dreaming of far-flung locations as we look at some adventurous overseas trip ideas, for schools planning at least a year in advance.
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FeaturesAdam Henson on campaign to teach children where their food comes from
The BBC Countryfile presenter speaks to us about his latest campaign and shares a special school visit memory.
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FeaturesSchool trips cancelled? Try these virtual experiences to bring the outside in
Teachers can bring learning away experiences into the classroom with some of these fantastic virtual visits.
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Features7 places for fantastic school trips in England
With the Coronavirus affecting school visits abroad for now, there’s plenty of top attractions closer to home for future planning towards the end of this year and into the next.
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FeaturesSTO picks: 5 English Heritage sites for history-themed visits
There’s no better way to bring history to life for your class than by heading away from the classroom. And with so many places to choose from in the UK, we’re spoilt for choice. Here are just a handful of English Heritage attractions for starters.
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FeaturesModern Foreign Language trips: Where to inspire students learning French
In the first of a new series about taking foreign language studies away from the classroom, we’ve put together some exciting ideas to inspire students learning French.
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Features5 trips to help pupils understand the significance of the Holocaust
To commemorate the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, we’ve selected five school trips to help students understand how the Holocaust affected so many lives during World War Two.
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Features10 of the best: Theatre productions for schools in 2020
We’ve picked 10 theatre shows for pupils to see this year, each offering an exciting trip opportunity and an educational programme.
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FeaturesDoing your duty: defining a duty of care on school trips
Teacher John Dabell offers some insight into ensuring pupils receive a high standard of care while learning outside of the classroom.
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FeaturesRevealing… your 10 most read stories of 2019
What a year it has been for school travel opportunities? From new exhibitions to outdoor learning studies, we countdown your top 10 most popular School Travel Organiser stories…
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FeaturesPushing pupils to the limit: Weardale Adventure Centre
Welcoming both day visitors and residential guests, Weardale Adventure Centre in the North Pennines offers a personal service from the moment a teacher first makes contact, to arriving at the centre.
