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School Travel AwardsRory Bremner to present School Travel Awards 2025
Rory Bremner, widely regarded as Britain’s top impressionist, has been announced as the VIP guest presenter for this year’s School Travel Awards lunch and ceremony, taking place in London on Friday 21st November.
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News & IdeasV&A workshops teach pupils about inclusivity in design
Pupils can explore inclusive design principles through hands-on workshops, real-life stories and iconic inventions at the V&A Museum in South Kensington.
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News & IdeasFuture of Food exhibition explores the past, present and future of what we eat
A free exhibition at London’s Science Museum, aimed at ages seven and up, will examine the impact of unsustainable food systems and highlight those working on solutions for a healthier future.
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ColumnFree resources to support learning outside the classroom
Anne Hunt, CEO of the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom, explains how teachers and EVCs can enhance their outdoor learning with the charity’s latest online materials.
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News & IdeasSir Lenny Henry’s children’s book set for London stage adaptation
Comedy legend Sir Lenny Henry’s book about an ordinary boy who becomes an extraordinary hero, The Boy With Wings, has been adapted for the stage.
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SponsoredCome face to face with nature on a school trip to Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo isn’t just a day out, it’s an opportunity to bring classroom learning to life in an immersive, hands-on environment with over 30,000 animals, world-class conservation efforts, and captivating exhibits.
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News & IdeasDisplay exploring kings and queens to open at Tower of London
School visits to the Tower of London will now be able to learn about the kings and queens who shaped it and lived there, with a new exhibition in the Medieval Palace covering areas of the Key Stage 3 history curriculum.
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News & IdeasNational Theatre Connections sees youngsters take to the stage
To celebrate 30 years of the annual youth theatre festival, 5,500 young people from across the UK are performing at theatres across the country, and 2026 applications are now open.
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SponsoredTeam building in the sun at Europe’s no.1 sports resort – Club La Santa
Discover what awaits pupils on a trip to Club La Santa in Lanzarote, an ideal place to build new skills through engaging activities in a new environment.
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School Travel AwardsSchool Travel Awards: all 2025 partners confirmed in record time
Attractions and providers support the School Travel Awards initiative by becoming Awards Partners, and all category options were snapped up and finalised in record time for 2025 in a huge endorsement.
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Case StudiesCase study: Bringing science to life at Techniquest
Adamsdown Primary School pupils became scientists for the day when they visited Techniquest, the science discovery centre in Cardiff Bay.
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News & IdeasNew faster border process for school groups in Dover
A faster clearance scheme for school groups will be piloted at the Port of Dover in a bid to create a smoother process for pupils heading to Europe on educational visits.
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News & IdeasMod exhibition will help pupils explore British fashion and culture
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery is turning back the clock to 1960s Britain with its exhibition, The In Crowd: Mod Fashion & Style 1958-66, with curriculum links to history, fashion and textiles.
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EventShowcasing Jordan for schools: history, culture, faith and archaeology
The Jordan Tourism Board teamed up with School Travel Organiser to create a special one-off event that brought schools and providers together to learn more about this country’s rich offering.
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FeaturesExploring famous sights on a packed trip to New York
Frank, a Year 10 pupil at Royal Liberty School in Romford, explains the positive effect that a busy trip to New York City had on him, where he and 39 other pupils visited world-famous landmarks and learned about the history of the United States.
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ColumnMake school trips more sustainable with these five helpful tips
Petra Albrecht at Diversity Travel has shared five tips for schools to lower their carbon footprint of overseas trips and make travel more sustainable.
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News & IdeasMore dates and more venues for Matilda The Musical tour
The Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Matilda The Musical, based on Roald Dahl’s beloved book, has added additional dates to its UK and Ireland tour, giving more flexibility to those wanting to see the show and free resources for schools.
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FeaturesTeacher talk: providing opportunities for pupil independence
Matt Price, EVC at Bedford Modern School, on the challenge of mobile phones on visits and managing more than 100 trips per year.
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FeaturesMusic-themed visits to help your class feel the rhythm
A round-up of some school trip ideas to inspire musicians and a love of music, from interesting museums to interactive venues.
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News & IdeasSpanish culture embraced with immersive NST school trip programme
School tour operator NST has partnered with Malaca Instituto in Málaga, a leading Spanish language school, to give UK pupils the chance to fully absorb Spanish culture.