News & Ideas Full Archive
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News & IdeasStudy shows North-South differences in residential visits
The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom (CLOtC) has published a report revealing regional differences in provision of school residential visits — and changes in provision since before the pandemic and financial crisis.
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News & IdeasEco-friendly accommodation to offer ‘off-grid’ residentials
The Landpod Village will open at the Cuffley Active Learning Centre in spring 2026, offering off-grid residential experiences designed to connect young people with nature.
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News & IdeasHenry Moore Studios barn space reopening with new learning studios
Sheep Field Barn at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens will re-open on 1st April 2026 and feature a presentation on the sculptor’s life and work and a changing exhibition programme.
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News & IdeasExplore The World of Frozen at Disneyland Paris from spring 2026
The World of Frozen will open at Disney Adventure World on 29th March, 2026 with highlights including Elsa’s Ice Palace and a new themed ride.
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News & IdeasYoung V&A to host major Wallace & Gromit exhibition
The display celebrating 50 years of Aardman Animations will open at Young V&A on 12th February, featuring over 150 objects including never-before-seen models.
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News & IdeasCLOtC conference brings educators together in Leeds
Education professionals gathered at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds for the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom’s 2025 National Conference.
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School Travel AwardsSchool Travel Awards: attractions, providers & schools celebrated
It was all smiles as the winners of the School Travel Awards 2025 gathered for a celebratory photo with their trophies, joined by this year’s host, Rory Bremner.
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News & IdeasWatch science on stage as Brainiac Live! tours UK
The stage show based on the popular ITV show will tour UK theatres throughout 2026, taking exciting science experiments on the road.
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News & IdeasWakehurst launches nature connectedness training for teachers
More than 100 teachers and EVCs will benefit from nature connectedness training sessions, designed to improve pupil wellbeing and inspire environmental action.
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News & IdeasHorniman Museum and Gardens unveils plans for nature learning area
The museum’s Nature + Love project, set to open to the public in 2026, will include opportunities for visitors to play, learn, and engage in nature.
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News & IdeasNew interactive STEAM gallery opens in Scunthorpe
Discover@20-21 is a hands-on space designed to inspire young artists, inventors, scientists and engineers.
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News & IdeasGovernment pledges enrichment entitlement for every child
The commitment is to provide every child with access to nature, outdoor adventure and arts and culture following a review of the National Curriculum.
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News & IdeasThe Harris reopens with dedicated learning spaces
The Harris in Preston has relaunched following a major £19 million restoration, featuring new areas for schools alongside exhibitions, tours and visitor facilities in the Grade I listed building.
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News & IdeasThe Boy at the Back of the Class touring with education resources
New dates have been announced for the 2026 UK tour of The Boy at the Back of the Class which will run through to May next year.
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News & IdeasMy Neighbour Totoro extends with school resources and tickets
The production, based on the 1988 animated feature film, will now run until 30th August 2026 at the Gillian Lynne Theatre in London.
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News & IdeasGlobe’s Romeo and Juliet returns for schools in 2026
Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank: Romeo and Juliet will return to the Globe Theatre from 5th March to 12th April 2026, offering KS3 - 4 the chance to watch a Shakespeare production.
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News & IdeasEnglish Heritage launches educational Taskmaster challenges
English Heritage has teamed up with Taskmaster Education to create challenges that will help develop problem solving, reasoning and creativity.
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EventThe Curious Incident returning to UK theatres with school rates
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is adapted from Mark Haddon’s multi-million-selling novel and is a coming-of-age story.
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News & IdeasGreat British School Trip funding reopens
The Great British School Trip bursary fund has reopened with an aim to support more than 210,000 children by the end of this academic year.
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News & IdeasPlay castle enhances school offerings at Fairytale Farm
The Oxfordshire farm welcomes EYFS and Key Stage 1 groups, enabling them to use their imagination and meet and handle animals.

