What's New? – Page 12
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News & IdeasWorkshops announced for Stonehenge exhibition at the British Museum
The British Museum has announced a programme of workshops for schools visiting its major exhibition on Stonehenge which will see over 430 objects brought together in a special spectacle on the history of the ancient monument.
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News & IdeasSafety Centre launches new learning zone for children
The Safety Centre has unveiled a new learning zone to teach children about the risks and consequences of littering, graffiti and knife crime at its site in Milton Keynes.
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News & IdeasMuseum of East Anglian Life to relaunch as National Museum of Food
The Museum of East Anglian Life in Suffolk will become a multi-sensory attraction, helping children to understand where food comes from and the impact of our choices past, present and future.
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News & IdeasLEGOLAND® reveals all new STEM session
Primary and secondary schools can now make bookings for the new LEGO® Education SPIKE Prime session at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort in Berkshire which introduces students to interactive model making using Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM).
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Case StudiesCase Study: floating their way to success
Pupils at Ashurst Primary School in St Helens, Merseyside, were inspired by a new learning experience, led by their own curiosity on Lake Windermere.
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News & IdeasNational Space Centre to open interactive gallery for schools
The National Space Centre in Leicester has begun work to develop a new gallery dedicated to Earth, with pupils able to explore how satellite data is vital for managing our relationship with the air, water and land of our home in space when complete.
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News & IdeasKidZania London to hold Careers Festival for Key Stage 2 and 3 pupils
KidZania London is inviting children to a Careers Festival to coincide with National Careers Week to help inspire the next generation of workers.
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News & IdeasNew Learning Outside the Classroom Yearbook will be the ‘go-to guide’ for teachers
A brand new, annual guide from the team at School Travel Organiser, the Learning Outside the Classroom Yearbook will be an essential reference full of great ideas and advice for teachers to plan and deliver successful school trips and residentials.
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News & IdeasPGL launches ‘Pioneers’ programme for primary school pupils
School activity and adventure provider PGL has unveiled its Pioneers programme for Years 3 and 4 pupils which has been specially created with younger children in mind to develop independence and build confidence.
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ColumnHelping children embrace the power of blue
Lee Strickland of Cohort St Ives explains the link between water and children’s emotional wellbeing, creative thinking and academic achievements.
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Case StudiesCase Study: ready for action and new challenges
Andy Wright, headteacher at Bablake School in Coventry, explains how a residential experience motivated his students to push boundaries by trying new and challenging activities.
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News & IdeasNew exhibition highlights the life and times of Anne Boleyn for pupils at Hever Castle
The first of a series of exhibitions detailing the life and times of Anne Boleyn will launch at Hever Castle in the spring, 500 years to the day she made her debut at court in 1522.
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Features5 top experiences outside the classroom for SEND pupils
From inspiring History sessions to sensory workshops and musical lessons, here are five brilliant school trip ideas for pupils with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND).
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FeaturesSome of your most read stories of 2021
We take a look back at the most popular news, opinion and features published by School Travel Organiser and read by you throughout 2021.
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News & IdeasFunding boost to help West Midlands schools learn more about nature
Two charities have been awarded a grant of £1.7 million from the Government’s Green Recovery Challenge Fund to create more wildlife habitats in the West Midlands and engage more children in the region with nature.
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FeaturesSupporting schools to rebuild confidence and boost outdoor learning
Rebuilding teacher confidence and supporting schools to take their learning beyond the classroom will deliver a raft of benefits to children, says Justine Lee of The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom.
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News & IdeasSchools invited to experience Tower of London’s ‘Superbloom’ display
A ‘vibrant sea of flowers’ will take over the Tower of London’s moat in 2022 to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty The Queen.
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News & IdeasChancellor Rishi Sunak sees £2.5 million Generation Green project in action
Chancellor Rishi Sunak visited YHA Grinton Lodge in his Yorkshire constituency to meet primary school pupils benefiting from a Generation Green-funded residential.
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News & IdeasWildlife Trusts launch online campaign to champion outdoor learning
The Wildlife Trusts are asking people to support a new online campaign to boost more outdoor learning in nature for children.
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School Travel AwardsOlympic medallist back to host the 2022 awards at a brand new venue
From virtual to the real thing, Katharine Merry will return to host the School Travel Awards ceremony on 25th May at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.