Find out more We have been enriching the lives of young people since 1932, so you can trust in us to provide you with expert guidance on how to plan a residential that is perfectly tailored to your needs. Plus, over 80 of our sites have LOtC accreditation, the most of any provider in the UK, and counting, so you can be confident that you are making the right choice for your educational school trip. With us, young people get to explore England and Wales and discover their own potential. For some children challenging circumstances means travel isn't usually possible and our Breaks Programmes are here to help. To find out more contact our friendly team today. We'll ensure you have all the information you need to start planning the school trip of a lifetime at the great value prices you can expect from YHA. Primary Schools Find out about our flexible residential options and National Curriculum linked activities. Secondary Schools Tailor-made residentials to meet the needs of your students.
Homestay for School Trips London is an incredibly diverse city and attracts visitors from all over the world – including school children from the rest of the UK and beyond. School trips can be very difficult to plan, with suitable accommodation for big groups one of the main problems. Even teenagers and young adults need to be appropriately supervised, and this can be difficult on residential trips when there are multiple rooms. An international exchange between schools or colleges is a fantastic opportunity for young people to learn about new cultures and traditions. Similarly, London has a fascinating history which attracts educational groups from all over the UK. Catering for these groups of learners can be difficult, but homestay accommodation can tick many of the boxes. If you're organising a school exchange to London or an educational visit, read on to find out what advantages homestays offer. Independence Homestays come in all different shapes and sizes, but it's unlikely that one property will be able to cater for all of the group.
It's about an hour from central London and is probably the best coastal city to visit at any time of the year. Its clean and vibrant beachfront is packed with amusements, places to eat and fun activities. Take a dip in the beach and go zip-lining, kayaking or bike riding before eating lunch in one of the delicious cafés by the beach. No matter what time of the year you plan on visiting, Brighton is packed with outdoor events all year. Address: Brighton Beach, Brighton, UK 6. See the best art in the world Get those creative juices flowing and head to some art galleries in London to see some of the best art in the world. Many art galleries are free and are a great way to get a taste of London culture. House of Illustration The House of Illustration art gallery, London The House of illustration is the UK's only public gallery devoted to illustration. Situated at the heart of the King's Cross regeneration area, this fascinating gallery has a full calendar, hosting exhibitions, talks, workshops, courses, live drawing classes, events and much more.
The Museum has since grown its collection and now holds an extensive range of items including a natural history collection, a Butterfly House and an acclaimed aquarium. The most popular exhibit is the variety of stuffed animals including a stretched, overstuffed walrus, a tiger, kangaroo and some penguins. But perhaps the most fascinating item in the museum is the freaky man-made mermaid known as a "Japanese Monkey-fish". This creature takes the shape of a fish below and a monkey head. Its strange features attract so much attention from visitors that Assistant Keeper of Natural History, Paolo Viscardi began researching its origins. So far, he has discovered that this species has been represented in many religious depictions, most commonly T he Ningyo, since as early as the 19 th century. The Horniman and Gardens is full of fascinating stories like this and best of all, it's completely free. Address: 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ Natural History Museum Overlooking the Natural History Museum Credit: @yokeboy Anyone fascinated by The Theory of Evolution should visit The National History Museum.
Located in London's well known financial district, the City of London, the hostel is just minutes from the West End of London and all the usual tourist attractions, perfect for a cheap city break. St Paul's underground station and bus stops are all close by, making YHA London St Paul's a great base for exploring the capital city. The Youth Hostel even boasts a dedicated classroom/meeting room which can be pre-booked for school groups. YHA Lee Valley The perfect spot for an educational visit to London, YHA London Lee Valley offers six Scandinavian-style lodges on the waterfront in a stunning country park - and all this just a 1 hour 15 minute coach journey from Central London! This unique property is made up of self-contained wooden lodges which means that each building can be easily hired for sole use - great for small groups. Each lodge is locked separately by key card for added security and peace of mind during your school trip. Please note that although we can offer full-board accommodation at Lee Valley, there will not be time for groups to head back to the hostel from Central London for dinner before heading back out for an evening activity, therefore we usually recommend our half-board option (breakfast and packed lunch) for groups choosing to stay at Lee Valley.
SIM cards for group leader SIM cards for each student Weekly evaluation meeting of group leader with language teacher Afternoon activities for 5 days per week British Museum, National History Museum, Tate Modern and Tate Britain, National Gallery, Walks in London, London markets, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, Regent's Street, Parks: Hyde Park, Regent's Park, Kensington Gardens etc
Our Accommodation YHA Thameside Our most popular accommodation in London, this hostel is a perfect for cheap yet comfortable accommodation with easy access to the city centre. Situated on the edge of the Docklands, this modern London Youth Hostel offers en suite rooms and excellent bus and tube links – the nearest tube station is 15mins walk away. A safe and comfortable base for schools wishing to explore all that Central London has to offer – with many schools choosing to return year after year! Every room at YHA London Thameside is en-suite, which makes a stay here even more convenient! London Thameside provides disabled access and rooms. YHA St Paul's This Youth Hostel used to be the school for the St Paul's Cathedral choir boys and is right next to the famous landmark itself. For added authenticity, you can hear the bells of the cathedral tolling whilst you enjoy everything this historic building has to offer. From the Latin inscribed facade to the ornate window and door stonework, YHA London St Paul's oozes almost as much character on the outside as its guests do on the inside.
London has the perfect blend of culture, history and beauty to ensure that any school trip goes down a treat. If you know the right places to go you can learn, experience the weird and wonderful aspects of the City and have fun doing it. To help you out, we've put together a list of ideas for your school trip to London including; discovering some esteemed and incredible museums, visiting a royal park, getting some group photos at key landmarks, and experiencing Shakespeare in a new light through an open-air theatre. We've completed the guide by choosing our top hostels for school trips and given you some group tips to keep in mind when travelling. 1. Visit the best museums in London Horniman Museum & Gardens Over-stretched walrus in the Horniman Museum There's so many fantastic and diverse museums around London that any curious mind is sure to be kept entertained. The Horniman Museum is one of our favourites. This beautiful treasure in Forest Hill was commissioned in 1898 after collector, Frederick J. Horniman opened his house and extraordinary collection to his community with the hope of enriching their lives.
If you're visiting in December, book in for December Sketchmeet for a night of live drawing and challenges designed to get you thinking creatively. Address: 2 Granary Square, N1C 4BH Free entry Camden Arts Centre Camden Arts Centre, London Credit: Mark Blower This arts centre is more on the contemporary side and exhibits new and upcoming artists in London. If you're planning on travelling in September, you can visit Peter Fraser's exhibition Mathematics. This collection attempts to draw our attention to the interconnected nature of the world, with the view that time, space and everything in between, can be described through mathematics. Address: Arkwright Rd, London NW3 6DG, UK 7. Hostels in London for school trips With so much accommodation in London ranging in price, style and location, finding the best one for your group can be a bit overwhelming. Here are our top two Hostels in London for school trips. Rest Up Rest Up, London Rest Up is a youthful and vibrant hostel about 20 minutes by bus from central London.