What's New? – Page 13
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Case StudiesCase Study: learning life-saving skills
Here is how one school’s visit to the Safety Centre Hazard Alley attraction in Milton Keynes opened pupils’ eyes to the potential dangers out there and how they can be dealt with.
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ColumnTop tips for teachers and EVCs planning snowsports visits
Jake Wiid on what to look for when it comes to skiing and snowsports trips as well as the essential checks and advice about training.
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News & IdeasReports confirm learning in natural environments as ‘win-win’ situation
New reports published by Natural England are further evidence of the positive impact of taking learning beyond the classroom into natural environments.
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InterviewTeacher Talk: planning effective learning opportunities
We spoke to Dr Jean Wheeler, EVC at Thurston Community College in Suffolk, to hear how she organises educational visits, her most memorable travel experiences and how the school promotes a culture of successful outdoor learning.
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News & IdeasGreat British School Trip scheme to get 25,000 children on visits
Hyundai is investing £1 million in the Great British School Trip programme as research reveals that children are missing out on essential and accessible school trips.
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ColumnUsing local areas to create effective and memorable experiences
Emily Carlill from the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom explains how teachers can use their local area and the winter season to create effective and memorable experiences.
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School Travel AwardsSchool Travel Awards 2023 to be hosted by Olympic medallist Katharine Merry
It has been confirmed that Katharine Merry will make a welcome return to lead the celebrations at the 2023 School Travel Awards lunch and ceremony, which will take place on Tuesday 6th June at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London.
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News & Ideas£500 grants to give disadvantaged pupils the chance to learn outdoors
Schools in deprived areas or with high numbers of disadvantaged students are being given the chance to apply for a £500 grant to help get pupils learning outdoors.
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News & IdeasKids take over several museums to celebrate their impact on wellbeing
Dozens of museums, galleries, archives and heritage sites across the UK were taken over by young people as part of Kids in Museums Takeover Day 2022.
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School Travel AwardsSchool Travel Awards 2023: recognising the people and places that make a difference
Thank you to everyone who has taken part in the voting, nominating and submitting entries for the 2023 School Travel Awards.
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News & IdeasYoung V&A opening in 2023 will ‘unlock children’s creativity’
The V&A has released details about the new national museum, Young V&A, as well as highlights of its 2023 programme.
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Features5 of the best: science experiences for schools
There’s nothing like interactive learning to bring the subject of science to life. Here are some school-friendly museums and attractions that give students a real taste of the excitement that has fascinated scientists through the ages.
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News & IdeasCurtain to close on school trip favourite The Woman in Black
After 33 years at London’s Fortune Theatre, Susan Hill’s haunting tale of The Woman In Black will take to the stage for the final time on 4th March 2023.
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News & IdeasDigital ‘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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News & IdeasBlenheim's workshops include jigsaw clues and problem solving
Blenheim Palace’s latest school programme offers pupils from Key Stage 1 to 3 the chance to learn about English, history, maths, art and geography in the beautiful setting of Oxfordshire’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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News & IdeasIt’s here! The first ever Learning Outside the Classroom Yearbook is out now
The new annual guide from the team at School Travel Organiser is full of practical advice, inspiring ideas and plenty of help and support.
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InterviewTeacher Talk: on your doorstep and trips abroad
We caught up with Chris Rayner from Colchester Prep and High School about his standout trips and the benefits of an early term residential.
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News & IdeasInnovative ‘Technicians’ gallery at Science Museum aims to inspire careers
The vital but often unseen role of technicians is explored in the new Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery, which is now open at the Science Museum London.
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News & IdeasSchools say ‘ahoy there’ to maritime jobs in port visit
Around 180 schoolchildren learnt about different careers during a trip to Portsmouth International Port including a pilot, Border Force official and Naval officer.
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News & IdeasYHA to inspire pupils with immersive nature experiences
The ground-breaking Generation Green project, launched by YHA to connect young people with nature, has led to the introduction of two experiences which immerse pupils in the natural world.