What's New? – Page 9
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News & IdeasNational Portrait Gallery exhibition brings legends to life
Schools visiting the National Portrait Gallery will be able to see over 100 famous faces, including Oasis star, Noel Gallagher.
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News & IdeasPGL’s Thrive programme addresses mental health and wellbeing
School activity residential provider PGL has launched a programme which gives pupils the tools and techniques to improve their wellbeing and manage their mental health away from electronic devices.
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School Travel AwardsDay trips, residentials, overseas: these school trips have it all covered
The 2024 finalists for this special award are schools that have created visits and experiences that are brilliant, powerful and exciting.
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School Travel AwardsA spotlight on the School Trip Champion 2024 finalists
Four fantastic advocates for learning outside the classroom have been shortlisted and you can read all about them here.
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News & IdeasFree school visit scheme launched at top attractions in Bath
More school children will be able to visit the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery for free thanks to a new Free School Visits scheme launched by Bath & North East Somerset Council.
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News & IdeasNew workshop at Videogame Museum gives glimpse into CERN
A new workshop explores the world of physics through video games and CERN’s ATLAS Detector.
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InterviewLEGOLAND: fun is at the heart of our workshops
James Chapman at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort talks about learning through play and making school visits as memorable and easy as possible.
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School Travel AwardsTeamwork makes the dream work
The Education / Learning Team of the Year is an award to recognise staff and volunteers at attractions and providers who support school visits. Find out more about your 2024 finalists.
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News & IdeasOutdoor centre set to be transformed for year-round use
There are plans to transform a popular outdoor learning centre in Hampshire making it more available year-round.
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Features8 school-friendly museums to make learning fun
We’ve rounded up some of the UK’s best museums for school visits which are sure to encourage pupils to learn new passions.
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InterviewTeacher on the benefits of a cultural visit to Futuroscope
Julie Hinton from King Edward’s School Witley describes how her pupils reaped the rewards of a visit to Futuroscope in western France.
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News & IdeasNew education secretary recognises importance of school trips
The Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, has spoken about the value of school visits, exchange programmes and international partnerships.
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Case StudiesSchool’s bucket list trip to Washington D.C.
History teacher Helen Robinson on why the memories from their jam-packed trip to America will last a long time.
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News & IdeasExplore France’s historic links to science in new exhibition
Schools can book to visit the Science Museum’s new exhibition that will unveil the stories of science at Versailles with objects on display for the first time in the UK.
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News & IdeasSchool trip organiser named in King’s Birthday Honours
Selwyn Boothe, educational and pastoral mentor at Gunnersbury Catholic School, has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to education.
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News & IdeasNew adventure trips with Rayburn Tours
Rayburn Tours has announced a selection of exciting Adventure Trips for pupils, visiting some top spots across Europe.
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News & IdeasTeacher’s kit and exhibition for new experience at Dover Castle
Pupils are being invited to explore Dover Castle Under Siege, which tells the story of the most testing times in its long history.
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News & IdeasLearning outside the classroom had major impact on behaviour
Pupils and teachers reported a significant impact on engagement and behaviour linked to learning outside the classroom as part of an 18-month project.
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ColumnReassuring parents and carers about school trips
Andy Smith from EVOLVE Advice on what schools can do to ensure families feel informed and reassured about educational visits.
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FeaturesWatch: school’s journey to Everest Base Camp
The students and staff of Walsall Academy captured their incredible expedition on film. Shadow headteacher Jon Clarke shares their experience.