What's New? – Page 6
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News & IdeasKids take over several museums to celebrate their impact on wellbeing
Dozens of museums, galleries, archives and heritage sites across the UK were taken over by young people as part of Kids in Museums Takeover Day 2022.
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News & IdeasYoung V&A opening in 2023 will ‘unlock children’s creativity’
The V&A has released details about the new national museum, Young V&A, as well as highlights of its 2023 programme.
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Features5 of the best: science experiences for schools
There’s nothing like interactive learning to bring the subject of science to life. Here are some school-friendly museums and attractions that give students a real taste of the excitement that has fascinated scientists through the ages.
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News & IdeasCurtain to close on school trip favourite The Woman in Black
After 33 years at London’s Fortune Theatre, Susan Hill’s haunting tale of The Woman In Black will take to the stage for the final time on 4th March 2023.
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News & IdeasDigital ‘treasure trove’ helps pupils get back outdoors
The Field Studies Council has launched a Digital Hub to support secondary school teachers and students with the fieldwork element of geography and biology.
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News & IdeasBlenheim's workshops include jigsaw clues and problem solving
Blenheim Palace’s latest school programme offers pupils from Key Stage 1 to 3 the chance to learn about English, history, maths, art and geography in the beautiful setting of Oxfordshire’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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News & IdeasIt’s here! The first ever Learning Outside the Classroom Yearbook is out now
The new annual guide from the team at School Travel Organiser is full of practical advice, inspiring ideas and plenty of help and support.
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InterviewTeacher Talk: on your doorstep and trips abroad
We caught up with Chris Rayner from Colchester Prep and High School about his standout trips and the benefits of an early term residential.
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News & IdeasInnovative ‘Technicians’ gallery at Science Museum aims to inspire careers
The vital but often unseen role of technicians is explored in the new Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery, which is now open at the Science Museum London.
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News & IdeasSchools say ‘ahoy there’ to maritime jobs in port visit
Around 180 schoolchildren learnt about different careers during a trip to Portsmouth International Port including a pilot, Border Force official and Naval officer.
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News & IdeasYHA to inspire pupils with immersive nature experiences
The ground-breaking Generation Green project, launched by YHA to connect young people with nature, has led to the introduction of two experiences which immerse pupils in the natural world.
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News & IdeasHarry Potter workshops highlight the magic of media studies
The education team at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter in Leavesden, have launched two new on-site lessons which focus on storyboarding and mise-en-scène in film.
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News & IdeasFrench tutors coming to England to immerse students in the language
Education and travel provider, Voyager School Travel, is offering a French language immersion programme, which will see instructors travel across the Channel to inspire English students.
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News & IdeasAerospace Bristol launches £500,000 appeal to grow its schools programme
Aerospace Bristol is aiming to inspire the next generation of STEM workers by launching Engineering Futures, a fundraising campaign to support school trips to the Filton museum.
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FeaturesA mother’s tips for getting parents on board with school trips
We hear from Justine Lee, who has extensive experience working in the learning outside the classroom sector, on her experience and recommendations for getting permission from parents.
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Case StudiesCase Study: exploring space travel and history in Belgium
Royal Liberty School in Romford were keen to get travelling again after the last couple of years, so decided to arrange a cross-curricular school trip to Belgium. Here’s a round-up of their exciting experience.
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News & IdeasEx-footballer Gary Neville says it’s “crucial” that children spend time outdoors
Former Manchester United footballer Gary Neville and Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge joined forces with The Outward Bound Trust to encourage young people to get outdoors and enjoy a healthy lifestyle.
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Features5 places to take your class for a Maths-themed trip
Inspiring students to understand the importance of Mathematics’ role in everyday life can be a difficult task. These school visits are designed to get pupils excited about the subject outside the classroom.
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News & IdeasPupils can develop creative writing skills thanks to new Cadbury World workshop
Cadbury World is offering Key Stage 2 pupils the opportunity to bring the topic of creative language to life with a new on-site workshop.
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News & IdeasWeald & Downland Living Museum supports school trips through bursary scheme
A travel bursary scheme from the team at Weald & Downland Living Museum has been made available to provide support for schools and affordable opportunities for students to learn outside the classroom.