What's New? – Page 8
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FeaturesWildlife attractions to inspire young conservationists
Zoos and wildlife attractions across the UK offer school visits and workshops to help young people develop their understanding of the natural world.
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FeaturesExciting workshops to enhance theatre visits
We look at some of the brilliant theatre workshops available to schools and how they can add value to learning, engaging pupils with a range of performances and stories.
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News & IdeasHorrible Science: Cosmic Chaos exhibition to open at museums
School groups can embark on an intergalactic adventure when the display launches at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester and then London’s Science Museum.
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News & IdeasScotland makes residential outdoor education mandatory
The Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Bill has passed its final parliamentary stage, ensuring every pupil will experience a week of residential outdoor learning.
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ColumnManaging school groups safely in crowded places and cities
How to manage the risks in crowded places while still providing enriching experiences when visiting popular destinations.
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FeaturesYour most popular stories from School Travel Organiser in 2025…
What were you reading the most on the School Travel Organiser website in 2025? Let’s take a look…
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News & IdeasBristol Zoo to open African Forest classroom
Bristol Zoo Project is opening a new African Forest habitat with a classroom space for school groups, featuring western lowland gorillas and endangered species from April 2026.
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School Travel AwardsSchool Travel Awards winners celebrate in style
The 2025 winners have been showing off their trophies so we wanted to share some of the pictures, with our mascot Teacher Ted making more than one appearance.
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News & IdeasChiswick House & Gardens to increase capacity for school visits
The west London venue has announced its highlights for 2026, including a new space designed to increase the number of schools that can visit.
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Features7 attractions to inspire STEM learning
Museums, science centres and other thrilling visits linked to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics to inspire young scientists.
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News & IdeasStudy shows North-South differences in residential visits
The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom 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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School Travel AwardsPeter Carne OBE on winning the first Outstanding Contribution Award
The former geography teacher and Learning Outside the Classroom Manifesto Champion reflects on receiving the first Outstanding Contribution Award.
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Case StudiesCase study: Niagara Falls and Canadian culture
Royal Liberty School went on an exciting and varied trip to Canada with Halsbury Travel. Science teacher, Adam Higgins reports back.
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Case StudiesCase study: Investigating biodiversity on a Madagascar expedition
A group of KS4 and 5 pupils from Ullswater Community College took part in a “life-changing” expedition to Madagascar with Operation Wallacea. Head of geography, Dr Beth Leathers tells us more.
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FeaturesCarisbrooke College pupils discover Chinese culture and language
30 students from Carisbrooke College went on a cultural and linguistic journey into the heart of Asia, travelling across China and taking STO mascot Teacher Ted with them for the experience.
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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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ColumnNew curriculum: young people need these experiences now
James Blake, CEO of YHA (England & Wales) and chair of Access Unlimited, on why we can’t wait to give young people vital experiences.
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FeaturesThe results: School Trips & Learning Outside the Classroom Survey 2025
Our survey findings help us understand how schools plan and where they get their information from.
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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.
