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Experience drama, theatre and performance in the environments where these subjects truly come to life. As awards season and events like the Golden Globes shine a spotlight on global film, theatre and performance, Performing Arts school trips offer students the opportunity to experience drama, theatre and performance in the environments(...)

January can be one of the most challenging months in the school calendar. With the excitement of Christmas behind them, student motivation can dip making it an ideal time to introduce something positive to work towards. For many schools, a January 2027 school ski trip is not only motivating for(...)

A Promising Start to the Ski Season - As we step into December, the 2025/26 ski season is already off to an encouraging start across Europe. November brought a steady run of early snowfall, cold temperatures, and excellent snowmaking conditions—particularly in higher-altitude and glacier resorts that many of our school(...)

Last week’s Budget has once again put economic policy at the centre of national conversation. From taxation and public spending to investment, business support and economic growth, the announcements have given Business & Economics teachers fresh opportunities to connect classroom content to real-world developments. For schools looking to enrich their(...)

With the excitement surrounding the release of Wicked: Part Two, there has never been a better moment to bring the magic, energy, and creative brilliance of this iconic story directly into your classroom — and beyond. For GCSE and A-Level Performing Arts students, Wicked is more than a beloved musical.(...)

Thanksgiving: The Perfect Moment to Bring U.S. Politics to Life for Your Students As the United States celebrates Thanksgiving — a moment for reflection, gratitude, and connection — it’s also a powerful reminder of the institutions and ideas that shape American democracy. For UK students studying Government & Politics, there’s(...)

Trip Spotlight: GCSE / A-Level Government & Politics in Washington, D.C. Where democracy takes centre stage. There’s no better way to study American government than by walking through the very institutions where it unfolds. From the Capitol Dome to the steps of the Supreme Court, Washington, D.C. offers an immersive(...)

Destination Spotlight: Why Athens is the ultimate educational destination for your school trip Athens – widely regarded as the historical capital of Europe, and the home of many of the fundamental principles of Western civilisation, from philosophy and democracy, to arts and sciences. A haven of classical history and archaeology,(...)

Looking for a football tour that goes beyond the pitch? Welcome to Utrecht, where technical excellence meets rich sporting culture. On this unforgettable School Football Tour with FC Utrecht to the Netherlands, students will train with professional academy coaches, compete against local opposition, and explore the sights of Amsterdam all while(...)

Ignite the Rugby Flame: Embark on a School Rugby Tour to Toulouse & Bordeaux Dreaming of a tour that fuses competitive rugby with culture, camaraderie and adventure? Look no further than France — a place where rugby isn’t just played, it’s lived. Our school rugby tours to Toulouse and Bordeaux(...)