6 ways to choose the best School trip in the UK Teachers must make hard choices when it comes to UK school trips. You know children will benefit from a longer residential, but it’s a larger financial commitment for parents. You might be tempted to book day excursions in an attempt to save money. But […]
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School trips can seem daunting for many children. But, with careful planning, you can prepare them for a wonderful time away. This parent guide covers: Why residential school trips are important Common worries children have How to talk about anxieties Practical things to do Staying on top of trip information It’s everything you need to […]
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- What are the benefits of school trips?
1. What are the benefits of school trips?
School trips give children of all ages a unique outside-the-classroom learning opportunity. Getting children outside the school environment gives them a fresh, new perspective and helps to add a new dimension to specific topics they may be exploring at school. For teachers it’s a way to really enhance classroom learning – getting children outside studying nature and experiencing firsthand what it feels like to build their own fire is the best – and easiest- way to teach pupils about the importance of nature on our health and wellbeing.