What's New? – Page 27
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News & Ideas“Times we cannot plan for”: teachers on the impact of Coronavirus on school visits
How school trips have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic and what teachers are doing to keep children upbeat during a difficult time.
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FeaturesSchool trips cancelled? Try these virtual experiences to bring the outside in
Teachers can bring learning away experiences into the classroom with some of these fantastic virtual visits.
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News & IdeasCoronavirus: advice and information about school trips
What to do if your visits in the UK and overseas have been affected? We bring together essential information from trusted sources.
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News & IdeasMore than 255,000 pupils sign up for Field Studies Council’s YouTube lessons
The Field Studies Council (FSC) has teamed up with Encounter Edu to deliver #fieldworklive, a new campaign that will offer Geography and Science fieldwork as part of a live workshop on YouTube, led by expert tutors.
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Features7 places for fantastic school trips in England
With the Coronavirus affecting school visits abroad for now, there’s plenty of top attractions closer to home for future planning towards the end of this year and into the next.
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News & Ideas“Schools should take children to STEM locations” says presenter Konnie Huq
Ex Blue Peter presenter Konnie Huq has spoken to School Travel Organiser about the importance of taking pupils to locations linked to Science, Technology, Maths and Engineering (STEM).
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News & IdeasSchool trips up for grabs with Go Ape’s adventure stories competition
Pupils can now enter Go Ape’s annual Adventure Stories Competition, which encourages children to get creative and put their skills to the test in a writing and drawing contest, with prizes up for grabs.
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News & IdeasMore time for schools to see Prince of Egypt musical in London
Schools now have until 31st October to see The Prince of Egypt at London’s Dominion Theatre, which has extended its run by seven weeks with 100,000 new tickets on sale.
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Case StudiesCase Study: Wembley Stadium Learning Zone Experience
St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School share their memories of a fun and educational visit to Wembley Stadium.
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News & IdeasJacqueline Wilson and Cressida Cowell will attend Hay Festival schools days
Hay Festival Wales has shared its free Programme for Schools, offering events with leading authors and more.
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News & IdeasDedicated schools day at BBC Gardeners’ World Live
School groups can attend the show for a dedicated education day on Thursday 18th June this year.
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News & IdeasHands-on & interactive activities with ZSL Whipsnade Zoo’s adaptation trail
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo’s new Interactive Adaptation Trail aims to provide teachers with a route around the site to visit as many enclosures as possible, with special activities along the way.
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InterviewInterview: Steve Brace on teaching Geography away from the classroom
The head of education and outdoor learning at the Royal Geographical Society (RGS) talks about a renaissance of the subject and the impact of school trips and fieldwork.
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News & IdeasNew exhibition at Museum of Brands explores influential advertising
School rates are available for When Brands Take a Stand, an exhibition showcasing inspirational and debated advertising campaigns from history.
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News & IdeasCoach operator saves school ski trip despite Storm Dennis
Coach operator Bakers Dolphin was able to drive a group of school children through Storm Dennis to take part in their French ski trip, after their original flights were cancelled.
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News & IdeasHever Castle thanks STO for boost in school trip numbers
More children than ever before are visiting the castle in Kent as part of an educational trip, with Hever’s team thanking School Travel Organiser for the spike in interest.
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News & IdeasThe Story Museum’s creative spaces will open in April
The Story Museum in Oxford will reopen on 4th April following a £6 million development of the storytelling space’s installations and galleries.
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FeaturesSTO picks: 5 English Heritage sites for history-themed visits
There’s no better way to bring history to life for your class than by heading away from the classroom. And with so many places to choose from in the UK, we’re spoilt for choice. Here are just a handful of English Heritage attractions for starters.
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InterviewInterview: Martin Smith of the Outdoor Education Advisers’ Panel on building relationships
Martin Smith, chair of the Outdoor Education Advisor’s Panel (OEAP), talks about the importance of relationships between teachers, parents and pupils.
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News & IdeasYoung engineers invited to summer residential at RAF Museum Cosford
Teachers can now nominate Year 10 students for the hands-on programme, which provides exclusive access to aircraft, engines and aviation technology.