All KS5 (Ages 16-18) articles
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8 World War Two visits in England that bring the subject to life
From large museums housing thousands of World War Two artefacts to historical sites that played a huge role in the conflict, here are eight visits to help teach one of the most significant periods of British history.
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Opening the door to opportunities at the home of Manchester City
Deputy editor Harry Rogers went along to the Etihad Stadium to find out about some of the workshops waiting for schools when visiting the home of England’s champions.
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Engineers exhibition at Science Museum explores how they ‘change the world’
School visits to London’s Science Museum will soon include Engineers, a large gallery which aims to inspire students with future careers, while also challenging the common misconceptions of what engineers do and why they’re important.
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5 football stadium tours to inspire your class with the beautiful game
A look at football stadium tours which offer young people a glimpse into the world of professional sport.
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Scenes in epic Kynren performance "mirror history curriculum"
Children are set to be transported back in time with this year’s season of Kynren - An Epic Tale of England which returns to County Durham.
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Digital ‘treasure trove’ helps pupils get back outdoors
The Field Studies Council has launched a Digital Hub to support secondary school teachers and students with the fieldwork element of geography and biology.
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The National Justice Museum to take its courtroom workshops on tour
The education team at the National Justice Museum are taking their interactive workshops on tour to real, working courtrooms around the country to educate pupils about the law and justice system.
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8 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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Engaging 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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Shipwreck Coast attraction adds thrilling rides to Chessington World of Adventures
Chessington World of Adventures has announced the arrival of its latest development, ‘Shipwreck Coast’, transporting visitors to a disaster ridden harbour town which includes two new rides.
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Story Museum to inspire the next generation of comic creators
An exhibition at The Story Museum in Oxford aims to take pupils on an interactive journey through the comic making process.
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Get ready to answer the call of the WILD at Chessington World of Adventures Resort!
Escape the everyday with a school trip to Britain’s wildest classroom - Chessington World of Adventures Resort. Watch your students create core memories as they discover, explore, and learn across the theme park and zoo.
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Devon’s Ultimate Adventure Centre joins Inspiring Learning
Outdoor education provider Inspiring Learning has announced that the Ultimate Adventure Centre (UAC) in Bideford has joined the group’s list of outdoor education campuses.
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Residential courses on offer as FSC opens Young Darwin scholarship programme
The Field Studies Council (FSC) is inviting secondary school students to apply for its annual scholarship programme, with the chance to undertake a residential course or day series of training with specialist environmental tutors.
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West End superstar Carrie Hope Fletcher says school trips can “spark off a life-long passion”
Carrie Hope Fletcher, who is currently appearing as the title role in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s newest London hit Cinderella, believes that venturing outside the classroom can inspire school children to find their future passions.
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RSPB Minsmere outdoor learning experiences ‘bursting with exciting nature spectacles’
RSPB Minsmere on the Suffolk coast is inviting schools to discover the natural environment in hands-on sessions, as the nature reserve marks its 75th anniversary.
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5 school trips to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
This year we celebrate the Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years since Her Majesty The Queen came to the throne. Here’s our round up of all things royal for schools so you can enjoy a special day out to mark the occasion.
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Historic Dockyard Chatham welcomes children to experience ‘sensory journey’
Historic Dockyard Chatham has unveiled Diving Deep, a new exhibition documenting the archaeological recovery of HMS Invincible, the British Royal Navy ship which lay at the bottom of the Solent for over 260 years.
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AeroZone education centre opens at Manchester Airport
Manchester Airport’s onsite education centre AeroZone has opened its doors, giving pupils of all ages the chance to learn more about the airport and the career opportunities available in aviation.
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Workshops announced for Stonehenge exhibition at the British Museum
The British Museum has announced a programme of workshops for schools visiting its major exhibition on Stonehenge which will see over 430 objects brought together in a special spectacle on the history of the ancient monument.