News & Ideas Full Archive – Page 25
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News & IdeasMore choice for school trips as Next Generation Travel acquires Galina Tours
The move means that Chester-based Galina International Study Tours will be able to offer flights for the first time as part of its school trip packages.
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News & IdeasNew Commonwealth War Graves visitor centre to give schools a “fascinating insight”
School groups are being encouraged to visit the new Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) Visitor Centre which has opened in the battlefields of Northern France.
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News & IdeasTall Stories announces The Snail and the Whale in the West End
The storytelling charity Tall Stories, will present The Snail and the Whale in the West End at the end of the year, with school discounts available.
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News & IdeasWinners of the Wicked Young Writer Awards 2019 are announced
The winners of this year’s Wicked Young Writer Awards have been revealed after pupils from around the country sent their entries in to be judged by a panel of experts.
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News & IdeasDrusillas Park installs ‘Buddy Bench’ for children to make new friends
Drusillas Park in Alfriston, East Sussex has added a ‘Buddy Bench’ for pupils who want to make new friends on their trip to the zoo.
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News & IdeasNew Crystal Maze Live Experience packages now available for schools
School pupils are now able to take part in The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience, putting their mental and physical skills to the test.
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News & IdeasKidZania London announces action-packed 2019/20 programme
KidZania London - the indoor city run by kids at Westfield London, Shepherd’s Bush - has released details of its new schools programme including a special series of events.
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News & IdeasLiberty X’s Michelle Heaton comments on the importance of LOtC
Former popstar Michelle Heaton has highlighted the importance of learning outside the classoom (LOtC) on a recent charity visit to a children’s Science class in Harpenden.
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News & IdeasImpact of “progressive” school trips highlighted at EVC conference
Progressive and multiple trips have the biggest effect on children’s learning and development, charity leader Anita Kerwin-Nye told educational visit coordinators at the event.
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News & IdeasBeasts of London immersive experience now open to schools in London
The museum of London has revealed Beasts of London, a new immersive, digital experience that will ‘take you and your pupils on a journey through the capital’s past.’
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News & IdeasSchool tickets now on sale for Prince of Egypt in the West End
DreamWorks Animations’ The Prince Of Egypt has been adapted for the stage, with schools benefitting from discounted rates and educational themes.
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News & IdeasEnglish Heritage’s Walmer Castle and Gardens opens new learning centre
Walmer Castle and Gardens in Kent has opened a new learning centre - the first new substantial building at the castle for 145 years, giving schools a base from which to explore its historic grounds.
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News & IdeasFinalists announced for 2019 Wicked Young Writer Awards
120 young people have been shortlisted for the Wicked Young Writer Awards, revealing ‘compassion, highly imginative and authentic story telling’.
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News & IdeasSchool rates for National Theatre's Peter Pan production
J M Barrie’s Peter Pan will transfer to a new London theatre after a successful run at Bristol Old Vic, entertaining schools in the west country.
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News & IdeasThe National Youth Theatre announces school-friendly performances
The National Youth Theatre (NYT) will host its annual REP West End season this year, welcoming schools to its extended programme of performances.
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News & IdeasSmuggling and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang among Beaulieu & Buckler’s Hard highlights
A new smuggling-themed maritime education programme and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang exhibition are on offer for teachers visiting Beaulieu and Buckler’s Hard this year.
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News & IdeasNew workshops at Blaise Castle House Museum include hands-on toy sessions
Bristol’s Blaise House Museum has launched a new programme of school workshops, covering everything from Science and Literacy to Drama and History.
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News & IdeasVoyager School Travel unveils new Normandy Adventure
The tour operator has launched a new trip for schools looking to organise a trip to northern France.
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News & IdeasSpeakers announced for annual CLOtC conference
The speakers for the annual Council for Learning Outside the Classroom (CLOtC) conference taking place in Blackpool on 7th November have been revealed.
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News & IdeasEnglish Heritage to rebuild Bronze Age roundhouse at Beeston Castle
English Heritage volunteers are reconstructing a Bronze Age roundhouse at Beeston Castle in Cheshire, to educate visiting schools on life from the era.