What type of school trip are you organising?
Whether it's a educational visit to a museum, the theatre, theme parks or Residentials, we break down great ideas and news by the type of trip you might be looking for.
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In the latest issue you'll find the best theatre trips & workshops, advice on getting the trip that you've paid for, ideas for Maths outside the classroom, all the School Travel Awards finalists plus much more!
Tate Britain exhibition features over half of London’s primary schools
Steve McQueen’s Year 3: A Portrait of London is a mass portrait of London’s youth that’s going on display this month.
Beasts of London immersive experience now open to schools in London
The museum of London has revealed Beasts of London, a new immersive, digital experience that will ‘take you and your pupils on a journey through the capital’s past.’
Smuggling and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang among Beaulieu & Buckler’s Hard highlights
A new smuggling-themed maritime education programme and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang exhibition are on offer for teachers visiting Beaulieu and Buckler’s Hard this year.
New workshops at Blaise Castle House Museum include hands-on toy sessions
Bristol’s Blaise House Museum has launched a new programme of school workshops, covering everything from Science and Literacy to Drama and History.
More choice for school trips as Next Generation Travel acquires Galina Tours
The move means that Chester-based Galina International Study Tours will be able to offer flights for the first time as part of its school trip packages.
Teachers share their 8 must-have items for school trips
School tour operator Halsbury Travel has asked its teachers what essentials they’d recommend taking on a school trip. Here are some great suggestions.
New Commonwealth War Graves visitor centre to give schools a “fascinating insight”
School groups are being encouraged to visit the new Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) Visitor Centre which has opened in the battlefields of Northern France.
Voyager School Travel unveils new Normandy Adventure
The tour operator has launched a new trip for schools looking to organise a trip to northern France.
Study shows that access to theatre & drama can boost children’s academic performance
The recent university research explored the educational and social benefits of taking school groups to watch live theatre performances.
Bringing theatre to life through school trips
We take a look at some theatre shows that every teacher should consider taking their school group to see.
So here’s why schools need to see Matilda The Musical
From its important themes to its talented young cast, Matilda The Musical is a must for any teachers considering a theatre trip.
Spotlight on culture
Eve Richardson, English teacher and literacy coordinator at Villiers High School in Southall speaks about some memorable school trips and how they’ve overcome particular challenges.
Ideas for Workshops
Bristol Museums reveals new workshops & activities for next academic year
Bristol Museums has unveiled a series of new educational workshops for the 2019/20 academic year, focussing on historical eras and different seasons.
Waltham Forest London Borough of Culture announces school-friendly events programme
Waltham Forest London Borough of Culture has launched We’re All Bats, a new events programme offering a range of interactive ways of connecting pupils with their sense of hearing.
Gardens & Parks
English Heritage’s Walmer Castle and Gardens opens new learning centre
Walmer Castle and Gardens in Kent has opened a new learning centre - the first new substantial building at the castle for 145 years, giving schools a base from which to explore its historic grounds.
Top 5 gardens for school groups to visit
With April being National Garden Month, we’ve looked at some of the best gardens in the UK for school trips, focussing on inspiration for pupils away from the classroom.