Trips
School trips are a wonderful way for children to learn outside of the classroom and experience new things. They provide an opportunity for children to explore and broaden their horizons, as well as learn in a unique and educational context. By taking children out of their usual surroundings, school trips help bring subjects to life, making learning more engaging and enjoyable. This can increase motivation and boost self-confidence, as children are able to see their learning in action and apply it to real-life situations.
In addition to the academic benefits, school trips also provide a chance for children to socialise with their peers in a different way than within day-to-day school. This can help them to form new friendships and develop social skills that will be useful throughout their lives. School trips also provide an opportunity for our children to visit places they may not otherwise experience, particularly for those from disadvantaged backgrounds who may not have the resources to travel.
At Harpenden Academy, we recognise the importance of school trips and workshops. We aim to run trips on a regular basis, making the most of our local surroundings taking advantage of educational opportunities. We also host workshops and performances, bringing in local theatre groups and exploring a range of exciting topics. Our two residential trips for Year 5 and Year 6 provide further opportunities for adventure and exploration, with activities ranging from sailing and kayaking to archery and high ropes.
Overall, school trips are an important and exciting aspect of the educational experience, providing students with a unique opportunity to learn, explore, and grow.
We are excited to share with you a list of possible trips and visits for the upcoming academic year based on what we did last year. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list and this year there may be additions or changes based on classroom topics and teacher plans throughout the year. However, we hope that this initial list will give you an idea of the types of opportunities and associated costs your child may have in the coming year.
SAMPLE LIST - YEARLY OVERVIEW
| Whole School | Reception | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term |
M&M Theatre Group (no cost) Christmas Film at Odyssey Cinema (£6.00) Hearts & Minds Walk (no cost) |
Pumpkin Farm (£10.50) Willows Farm (£26.00) |
World War 2 Workshop (£14.00) Lydekker Park (no cost) |
Verulamium Museum (£10.50) |
Swimming (£30.00) London Transport Museum (£12.50) |
Residential Fellowship Afloat (£362.00) |
Dickens & Foundling Museum (£11.80) Peace Day, Methodist Church (no cost) Crucial Crew (£13.20) |
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| Spring Term |
Chinese Dragons (no cost) Hands on Science (no cost) |
Harpenden Library (no cost) |
Living Rainforest (£30.00) Harpenden High Street (no cost) |
St Albans' Cathedral (£12.50) |
Swimming (£25.00) IWM Duxford (£20.00) |
Bikeability (£25.50) | ||
| Summer Term |
Woodhall Estate (£7.50) Hand on Science (no cost) Olympic Medalist (no cost) |
Seaside Workshop (£9.20) | Kew Gardens (£30.00) |
Scootability (no cost) Bletchley Park (£25.00) KS1 Music Festival (no cost) |
Swimming (£23.00) The Globe Theatre (£8.30) |
River Lea (no cost) Pedestrian Skills (no cost) |
Norfolk Lakes Residential (£600.00) Rothamsted Young Chefs (no cost) |
Scholars' Education Trust Trips Terms and Conditions
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