What's New? – Page 7
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News & IdeasEverdon Outdoor Learning Centre celebrates its 50th anniversary
Everdon Outdoor Learning Centre near Daventry is celebrating 50 years of immersing thousands of children in nature.
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News & IdeasEnglish Heritage unveils new school visits
The charity which cares for more than 400 historical sites across England is welcoming pupils to both Bolsover Castle in Derbyshire and Grimes Graves in Norfolk.
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FeaturesZipping, bouncing and learning in historic mines and quarries
There were surprises above and below ground as Rob Yandell was thrown off things, down things and around things at three of Zip World’s sites in North Wales.
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InterviewWhat is good CPD and how to reassess your school’s approach
The founder of the Teacher Development Trust, David Weston, gives the key ingredients for successful continuing professional development (CPD).
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SponsoredChester Zoo: inspiring students and embedding learning
A focus on Chester Zoo, a major wildlife charity, and all that it has to offer school groups.
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News & Ideas“Down but not out” after Outdoor Education Bill vote
Martin Davidson, chief executive of The Outward Bound Trust, vowed to continue the mission to make outdoor residentials part of the curriculum after the Residential Outdoor Education (Wales) Bill was defeated by one vote.
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News & IdeasThree Peaks fundraiser launched to save educational visits
Teachers, staff and parents from Latchford St James CofE Primary School in Warrington will take on the Three Peaks challenge to raise money for educational visits.
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FeaturesOur inspiring school trip to CERN’s Science Gateway Centre
Student Finley Simpson shares his experience of the new Science Gateway Centre at CERN in Geneva.
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VideoWatch: Teacher Ted explores Disneyland Paris
Our friendly mascot had fun at Disneyland Paris, while attending European Study Tours’ LIVE! conferences to learn about careers in media, business studies and computing.
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News & IdeasNew PGL programmes for Key Stage 2
PGL has launched two programmes under its REACH Framework to introduce young adventurers to new outdoor learning experiences.
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News & IdeasCross-curricular workshops at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
From steam and diesel train adventures to interactive activities, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway’s school packages invite pupils to experience the magic of the heritage railway line.
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News & IdeasAdventure play park adds to Leonardslee’s offer for schools
The new park features a tree tower, St Leonard’s Dragon climbing structure as well as a zipline ride.
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Case StudiesBecoming Sky newsreaders for the day
Nicholas Szczesny, a Year 8 student at Gunnersbury Catholic School in Brentford, writes about their visit to the Sky Studios HQ in London.
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Features10 theme park adventures for school groups of all ages
With so many theme parks and attractions, schools are spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a thrilling educational school trip. We’ve narrowed it down to just ten, ranging from UK highlights to European adventures.
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FeaturesHow to evaluate residentials and use the results
Learning Away expert Peter Carne OBE, on how to evaluate the impact and success of residential trips.
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ColumnLOtC Quality Badge: what it means and how it can help schools
Matilda Miles explains the benefits of the LOtC Quality Badge and how it helps teachers when choosing where to go on visits.
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News & IdeasTudor Days will immerse pupils in history at Kentwell Hall
Schools can enjoy an immersive Tudor experience at one of Kentwell Hall’s dedicated days in Suffolk this summer term.
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FeaturesTeacher tips on good value school trips abroad
Three teachers share their suggestions on how you can maximise value when taking school groups abroad.
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FeaturesSEND considerations to make when taking learning outside the classroom
Becky Baldwin, learning outside the classroom coordinator at Castle Manor Academy in Suffolk, explains the considerations needed to take students with SEND on educational visits.
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SponsoredThe wonders of Jordan and what it offers school groups
From exploring some of the world’s most unique historical sites to sand boarding and camel riding, here are some of the things that schools can enjoy on a visit to West Asia.