School trip ideas for different Key Stages

Whatever Key Stage or age group you're planning a school trip for, don't worry, we've got it covered. From the best workshops to the latest exhibitions and residential experiences, you'll find plenty of inspiration for your next trip here.

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KS2

Norfolk House School at Celtic Harmony

Case study: Immersive history at Celtic Harmony

Sinéad Queeney, teacher at Norfolk House School in North London, talks us through a recent visit where her pupils were transformed into Celtic warriors.

KS3

Hammersmith Academy students tackle a rocky river as part of their Outward Bound residential in the Lake District

How an Outward Bound Trust residential improved confidence

We hear from Hammersmith Academy about their transformative Key Stage 3 Outward Bound residential in the Lake District.

KS4

Child exploring nature

Department for Education backs proposals for new GCSE in Natural History

A new GCSE in Natural History is set to be introduced, as the Department for Education backs OCR’s proposals for the new qualification which will see students explore and appreciate the natural world around them.