What's New? – Page 17
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Column
Field Studies Council on getting ‘back to nature’
Ian Wainwright from the Field Studies Council (FSC) explains why outdoor education will support children’s recovery from the pandemic.
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News & Ideas
Science Museum announces free interactive STEM gallery for secondary school pupils
The Science Museum in London has revealed that a new interactive gallery aimed at 11 to 16-year-olds will celebrate the role of technicians and aim to inspire pupils in the world of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
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Case Studies
Case study: Hayesfield Girls’ School on reaping ‘twice the reward’
Hayesfield Girls’ School in Bath shares its creative residential to Cohort in St Ives, where pupils took part in activities linking to studies in art, photography and PE.
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News & Ideas
World of James Herriot encourages school visits with a welcome video
The World of James Herriot in Thirsk, Yorkshire, has released a video to welcome back schools to the former home of the famous vet.
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News & Ideas
School tickets released for Life of Pi’s West End debut
Full casting and school tickets have been announced for the London debut of Life of Pi, opening at Wyndham’s Theatre.
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School Travel Awards
School Travel Awards: the 2022 initiative starts here
As we launch the 2022 School Travel Awards, big names from across the school travel sector have already signed up to support this special initiative. Find out who…
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Features
Supporting teachers by helping schools connect with nature
Justine Lee, communications manager at The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom, explains about a new CPD programme from the charity and its partnership with the Canal & River Trust which aims to help schools connect pupils with the natural environment.
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News & Ideas
National Express offering transport solutions for schools
Coach operator National Express Transport Solutions can offer transport services tailored to schools for any occasion, big or small. And can offer discounts to Merlin attractions such as Thorpe Park and several SEA Life centres.
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News & Ideas
Windermere Lake Cruises gearing up for busy autumn and winter season
Ashurst Primary School pupils from St Helens in Merseyside were the latest to enjoy a lesson on England’s longest lake, as Windermere Lake Cruises expects a much busier autumn and winter season following the pandemic.
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Column
School Travel Forum ‘looking forward to the year ahead’
Gill Harvey, chief executive of School Travel Forum, explains why despite ongoing challenges, the school year ahead holds promise.
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Features
Dance troupe Diversity and cast of Jack and the Beanstalk panto share their school trip memories
We went along to meet some of the Milton Keynes Theatre pantomime cast of Jack and the Beanstalk, including some of the Diversity clan, to discover what they can remember from their school days.
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News & Ideas
New facilities and polar bear family at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Yorkshire Wildlife Park has announced it is welcoming back schools with “new surprises” including animals such as California sea lions and a polar bear family.
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News & Ideas
All-expenses-paid fam trip to South Korea for teachers on offer
The Learning Adventure has teamed up with the Korea Tourism Organisation to offer 15 teachers an all-expenses-paid, week-long tour of South Korea.
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News & Ideas
Ultimate STEM School Trip returns to Winchester Science Centre
The Ultimate STEM School Trip has returned to Winchester Science Centre with explosive activities, live shows and immersive exhibits all promised as part of the visit.
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News & Ideas
Schools invited to discover more about Reading Abbey for its 900th anniversary
Schools are now able to book an educational workshop at Reading Museum, giving pupils the chance to learn more about the nearby ruins of Reading Abbey in its 900th year.
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News & Ideas
Children return as Field Studies Council aims to bounce back from pandemic
Thousands of school children are to benefit from learning outdoors this autumn as environmental education charity the Field Studies Council (FSC) bounces back from the pandemic.
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News & Ideas
Hay Festival unveils autumn programme with the return of in-person events
Hay Festival has launched a free autumn schools programme, including two days of live events at Hay Festival Winter Weekend to bring young readers and writers together to share stories and ideas.
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News & Ideas
George Orwell’s Animal Farm will take to the stage in 2022 UK tour
The tour schedule and full casting details have been confirmed for the upcoming production of George Orwell’s satirical novel Animal Farm which launches at Birmingham Repertory Theatre in January.
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News & Ideas
School Travel Forum launches bespoke insurance for school trips
A comprehensive travel insurance product called STF Travel Sure has been designed especially for schools, aiming to give teachers confidence when organising educational visits.
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News & Ideas
Natural History Museum announces schools programme to create “young urban nature champions”
The Natural History Museum is inviting schools across the UK to join its new education programme, Explore: Urban Nature, which is designed to provide children with the skills to engage with and protect their local environment.