Italy is a country made for learning and now there are even more ways for schools to experience it. We’re excited to have recently added Milan and Turin to our range of Italian school trips, opening up two fantastic new destinations for students to explore everything from fashion and textiles to STEM, culture and cross-curricular […]
Italy is a destination where history, culture, creativity and innovation come together. From ancient Roman ruins and Renaissance masterpieces to world-famous fashion houses, cutting-edge science and distinctive regional cuisine, there is something for almost every subject and curriculum. For schools, a trip to Italy is an opportunity to take learning beyond the classroom and experience […]
When it comes to educational travel, few destinations can rival Rome. Known as the Eternal City, Rome offers an unrivalled opportunity for students to step beyond the classroom and immerse themselves in thousands of years of history, culture, language, art, religion and geography. Many school groups also choose to extend their itinerary to include Pompeii, […]
Each year, the D-Day commemorations provide an opportunity to pause, reflect and honour the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of those who helped shape the course of history. This year’s D-Day weekend was particularly moving, with a host of events taking place across Normandy and several special occasions hosted at our Château du Baffy, bringing together […]
By Ian Foxall, Managing Director, Select School Travel At Select School Travel, we know that successful educational tours are built on more than great destinations. They rely on expert planning, trusted local knowledge, and a commitment to providing safe and meaningful learning experiences for every student. Over the past year, we have strengthened our Italian […]
Educational visits have long been recognised as one of the most effective ways to bring classroom learning to life. While textbooks, discussions and coursework provide essential foundations, there is something uniquely powerful about experiencing a subject in the real world. The UK offers an extraordinary range of educational opportunities, making it an ideal destination for […]
Twenty years ago, we first visited New York and experienced the incredible energy, culture and excitement that makes Manhattan one of the world’s most iconic cities. Returning in 2026, as part of our ongoing work at Select School Tours, we wanted to see how the city had evolved and what new educational opportunities it now […]
This month, we’re launching something new: a Subject Focus series, where each month we dive into a different area of learning and explore it through the lens of travel. To begin, we’re starting with a subject that quite literally surrounds us everywhere we go, History. History is not just something found in textbooks; it lives […]
It might feel early to be thinking about Christmas – but in the world of school trips, April is exactly the right time to start planning. Teachers who look ahead now benefit from the widest choice of travel dates, better availability, and the time to build a trip that truly enhances learning. And when it […]
Normandy offers the perfect balance of curriculum-linked learning and immersive cultural experiences. Its rich history, striking coastline, and authentic French setting provide a living classroom where subjects truly come to life. From exploring local towns and historical sites to experiencing everyday French culture, students are surrounded by real-world learning opportunities from the moment they arrive. […]
