Features – Page 8
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FeaturesA mother’s tips for getting parents on board with school trips
We hear from Justine Lee, who has extensive experience working in the learning outside the classroom sector, on her experience and recommendations for getting permission from parents.
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Features5 places to take your class for a Maths-themed trip
Inspiring students to understand the importance of Mathematics’ role in everyday life can be a difficult task. These school visits are designed to get pupils excited about the subject outside the classroom.
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ColumnAnswers to your most asked questions about school trips
Jake Wiid at EVOLVE Advice, which supports schools in planning and running educational visits, gives the lowdown on staff/student ratios, using particular providers and more.
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FeaturesAttractions 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.
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FeaturesNew 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.
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ColumnBouncing 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.
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School Travel AwardsGrendon 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.
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VideoVideo: 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.
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Features8 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. ...
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FeaturesEngaging day trips for primary and secondary pupils
We’ve rounded up seven fantastic day trip ideas for schools across England, to help students venture outside the classroom whatever the weather.
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FeaturesWhere to go to ignite STEM passion in students
Ranging from top workshops and informative exhibitions, to educational shows and interactive exhibits, here are seven ideas for teachers to consider when booking a school trip linking to science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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ColumnMaking the most of every opportunity
How local spaces can inspire students away from the desks, the importance of the School Travel Awards and updates you on how the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom’s latest project is going.
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School Travel AwardsSchool Travel Awards 2022 winners show off their shiny new trophies
A round-up of the great photos sent in from some of your 2022 School Travel Awards winners, who have proudly shown off their trophies and certificates in front of historical landmarks, LEGO® models and even a rhino enclosure.
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FeaturesTeachers share their 8 must-have items for school trips
What are the essentials you should take on a school trip or residential? Here, teachers have some great suggestions you might not have thought of.
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School Travel AwardsThe School Travel Awards Partners on what makes a successful school trip
We asked our valued School Travel Awards Partners what ingredients make up a successful school trip – and here’s what they told us.
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Features5 of the best theatre shows for a school trip
With so many fantastic productions, it can be hard to choose the best theatre productions for your school visit. Here are five of our favourites in London’s West End and across the country which are sure to tick the right boxes.
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InterviewAdventurer Ed Stafford says that spending time in nature is the most “valuable thing you can do”
Why is it important for children to have time in the natural environment and to reset away from their screens? Explorer Ed Stafford shares his views.
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School Travel AwardsWow, these amazing entries are your 2022 ‘My Best School Trip’ Award finalists
Read about our 2022 finalists for this category, which provides an opportunity for schools to win £1,500 towards a future trip.
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FeaturesIt’s a no-brainer: how to easily raise funds for school trips
School Travel Organiser has partnered with easyfundraising to show schools how to earn free funding through everyday online shopping – money that could be put towards booking a future school trip.
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ColumnSupporting students to blossom and flourish
After the winter hibernation, spring delivers the promise of bright new beginnings and an opportunity to embrace the outdoors, says CLOtC’s Emily Carlill.