What's New? – Page 9
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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.
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News & IdeasSchool-friendly tour of An Inspector Calls announced
A new tour of An Inspector Calls will be coming to a theatre near your school, following a sold-out run in 2022.
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News & IdeasBristol pupils enjoy a week of adventure in Snowdonia
South West-based coach company, Bakers Dolphin took the party of 48 students, aged between 13 and 15, from three different city schools for a five-day Outward Bound experience in Aberdovey.
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News & IdeasAcademy pupils celebrate reaching Science Museum milestone
Students from UCL Academy in London became the one millionth visitor of the Science Museum’s Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery.
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News & IdeasWin a Disney Cruise Line trip for you, your class and their families
Broadcaster Roman Kemp has teamed up with Disney Cruise Line to launch ‘The Ultimate School Trip’ competition.
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News & IdeasSchools have more time to book Matilda tickets
The West End’s Matilda The Musical is now booking until May 2025, with school groups of ten or more receiving a discounted rate on tickets to selected performances.
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News & IdeasNational Educational Visits Conference promises an ‘inspiring day’
EVCs and school/curriculum leaders can book their place to attend the National Educational Visits Conference which takes place in London on 13th June, organised by EVOLVE Advice.
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FeaturesWhat to consider when organising a school ski trip
Phil Brown from the National Schools Snowsports Association on what schools should think about when organising a trip on the slopes.
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News & IdeasGrant to help schoolchildren get outdoors tops £1 million
The Ernest Cook Trust’s Outdoor Essentials Grant has now given out more than £1 million to thousands of pupils since it was set up.
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InterviewDeputy head’s advice on how to keep costs of school trips down
Chris Wilson, deputy headteacher of Hammersmith Academy and educational visits coordinator, talks to us about how they get the best value for school trips.
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News & IdeasLondon Zoo exhibit houses some of the world’s weirdest creatures
Pupils will be able to get up-close to a range of different species in London Zoo’s new exhibit the Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians.
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School Travel AwardsTennis and Strictly star Annabel Croft to host the School Travel Awards
Former British No.1 tennis champion Annabel Croft will host the School Travel Awards ceremony on Friday 29th November at London’s Royal Lancaster Hotel.