English Literacy School Trip Ideas

Looking for venues and destinations interlinked with the national curriculum English literacy, we got you covered! From key-stage 1 to A levels and further education English literacy is something all students will encounter throughout their educational career, and is vital to all aspects of the curriculum, even mathematics and science! English is something that all students will have to develop in order to academically progress and will inevitably be relied upon in later life.

One way to develop your pupils’ understanding of English Literacy is to take them on a Theatre School Trip or Historical Heritage experience that provides examples of historic poems, novels and plays and are interpreted through performing arts, workshops and tours.  Theatres and the performing arts in general are hugely beneficial when it comes to the subject of English. From improving diction to furthering vocabulary, drama is a great way to engage your pupils with a fun activity which is also educationally valuable.

Historical Heritage school trips or museum school trips provide workshops and tours that are fun and engaging in a unique way to teach your students about English. Many of the providers listed with us can specifically tailor to your group’s needs, guaranteeing that your class or group will go away having improved their knowledge on the exact topic that you wish to focus on.

So, what’s stopping you? Find your perfect English Literacy School Trip with us today!

English School Trip & Workshop Ideas

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IBT Travel School Trips Abroad

IBT Travel is a trusted travel company, specialising in  professionally planned school trips both in the UK and abroad. From skiing trips to educational trips,

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Vaudeville Theatre London

The Vaudeville Theatre, London is in the centre of The Strand and close to several excellent transport links, so easily accessible for school groups of all sizes. It is

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Palace Theatre London

The Palace Theatre, London is one of the grandest and most iconic theatres in the city. With access to curriculum-aligned learning resources, the Palace Theatre tcan

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@sohoplace Theatre London

Theatre school trips to @sohoplace in London have many educational benefits, including building confidence and inspiring creativity. @sohoplace is an intimate state-of-the-art theatre, and is perfect

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Lyric Theatre London

The Lyric Theatre, London is the perfect place to introduce students to the magic of theatre. Whether it’s taking them to their first theatre production, helping

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Duchess Theatre London

The Duchess Theatre, London is located near Covent Garden in London’s West End where every student can gain a valuable experience. Not only does a

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Apollo Theatre London

The Apollo Theatre London is known for hosting acclaimed plays and musicals and is located on the iconic Shaftesbury Avenue, in the heart of London’s West

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Garrick Theatre London

Close to Leicester Square, the Garrick Theatre is a central London West End venue welcoming school groups to comedy and musical productions, where pupils will

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ARC Stockton Arts Centre

ARC Stockton Arts Centre is a venue in the centre of Stockton on Tees, offering a full programme of cultural entertainment including music, comedy, drama,

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The Horstead Activity Centre Norfolk

With nearly 60 years of experience, the Horstead Activity Centre Norfolk has established itself as a provider of the highest quality residential and day experiences

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Brighton I360 Observation Tower

Take a flight 450ft above Brighton and enjoy breathtaking views from Europe’s tallest moving viewing platform! Brighton i360 is not only a striking piece of

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National Justice Museum Outreach Workshops

The National Justice Museum’s outreach workshops, bring the law and justice system directly to schools across all Key Stages (KS1-KS3). These curriculum-linked, interactive pop-up court

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Up at the O2 London

Up at the O2 London is a breathtaking and exciting new attraction, mixing an exhilarating active outdoor challenge with a completely unique perspective on the

Churchill War Rooms London

In the Churchill War Rooms London students can discover what life would have been like during the tense days and nights of the Second World

HMS Belfast London

Step on board this iconic London landmark the HMS Belfast in London. The most significant surviving Second World War Royal Navy warship, HMS Belfast’s unique

Holocaust Centre North Huddersfield

The Holocaust Centre North Exhibition and Learning enrichment museum located in Huddersfield provides and preserves the memories, records and legacies of Holocaust survivors living in

English Heritage Yorkshire

English Heritage Yorkshire aim to promote a greater understanding & enjoyment of the historic environment. Offering learning groups FREE ENTRY to 400 + venues, along

The Fun Centre Gwynedd

We are an indoor play centre situated inside a 160 year old church, we have been open since July 2000 running a successful business. We

Willows Activity Farm St Albans Hertfordshire

Willows Activity Farm Hertfordshire offers curriculum-linked activities for Early Years Learning to KS1. Pupils will discover farmyard animals, enjoy endless fun activities through demonstrations, interactive

The National Justice Museum North

At The National Justice Museum North our inspirational educational visits use authentic courtrooms, museum spaces, objects and archives to help pupils gain a practical understanding

Nenthead Mines & Heritage Centre

An interactive museum dedicated to the story of the mineral mining past of the North Pennines. Launch on a voyage of learning about the people,

Historic Environment Scotland

School visits to Historic Environment Scotland sites are a great way to deliver the curriculum, by encouraging discovery and exploration outside the classroom.

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The National Holocaust Museum Nottinghamshire

The National Holocaust Museum’s learning programmes in build knowledge and encourage critical thinking when teaching about the Holocaust, we ensure students experience interactive activities to

Keats House – London

We offer workshops on everything from exploring poetry to experiencing domestic life above and below stairs to investigating insects, flowers and trees in the garden.

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The Roman Baths Somerset

The Roman Baths located in the city of Bath in Somerset, comprise of the remains of one of the greatest religious spas of the ancient

English Heritage North West

English Heritage should be applauded for their development of the Discovery Visit, which interprets the story of a site, giving a sense of time and

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English Heritage South West

English Heritage should be applauded for their development of the Discovery Visit, which interprets the story of a site, giving a sense of time and

Maes y Lade Outdoors

A beautifully-converted Welsh hill farm at the foot of the Black Mountains, in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Part of Essex Outdoors, it has been

Beaulieu National Motor Museum Hampshire

From a 13th-century Abbey to revolutionary motoring breakthroughs at Beaulieu National Motor Museum Hampshire, providing schools and educational groups with a wide range of enrichment

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Battersea Park Childrens Zoo

Battersea Park Childrens Zoo in London provide schools and educational groups with interactive guided tours that teach children in an educational but fun way about

Selly Manor Museum Birmingham

Selly Manor Museum in Birmingham offers a wide range of educational packages for school kids. Every year, more than 6000 students visit Selly Manor.  Most

English Heritage West Midlands

English Heritage should be applauded for their development of the Discovery Visit, which interprets the story of a site, giving a sense of time and

English Heritage East Midlands

English Heritage should be applauded for their development of the Discovery Visit, which interprets the story of a site, giving a sense of time and

English Heritage East of England

We aim to promote a greater understanding & enjoyment of the historic environment. We offer learning groups FREE ENTRY to 400 + venues, along with

English Heritage Greater London

Iron Age Settlements, Roman Forts, Medieval Abbeys, Tudor Castles, Victorian Mansions and Gardens, and even World War Fortresses – you name it, our exceptional, out-of-the-classroom

English Heritage South East

English Heritage should be applauded for their development of the Discovery Visit, which interprets the story of a site, giving a sense of time and

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Paultons Theme Park Hampshire

Paultons Theme Park Hampshire is home to 70 rides and attractions, and set in over 140 acres of beautiful gardens, Paultons is the ideal venue

The National Justice Museum Nottingham

At the The National Justice Museum Nottingham our inspirational educational visits use authentic courtrooms, museum spaces, objects and archives to help pupils gain a practical

Imperial War Museum London

The (IWM) Imperial War Museum London provides students with an historical experience that cannot be found anywhere else. From exploring the causes of a world

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Victoria Art Gallery Bath

Victoria Art Gallery Bath offers fantastic enrichment learning interactive opportunities in arts and crafts for children to experience, explore and have fun with varoius resources

Imperial War Museum North

If you’re searching for an immersive School Trip experience, look no further. (IWM) Imperial War Museum North has a variety of historically engaging exhibitions, which

Stratford Butterfly Farm Warwickshire

Stratford Butterfly Farm Warwickshire offers an excellent opportunity for school pupils and educational groups to enrich their learning. They cover topics such as the tropical

Hull New Theatre Humberside

Hull New Theatre stages several shows each year which are aimed at school children and relevant to the National Curriculum.  It is one of the

The Hive Environmental Centre Essex

The Hive Environmental Centre Essex provides students of all ages with environmental education interlinked to the National Curriculum to support classroom-based learning through practical real-word

Carlisle Castle Cumbria

An impressive frontier fortress with 900 years of history – excellent for Medieval, Tudor and Civil War topics. Carlisle Castle Cumbria provides students with a

The Workhouse Museum Ripon North Yorkshire

At The Workhouse Museum Ripon North Yorkshire, educational groups can experience an authentic Victorian Schoolroom, Kitchen, and Garden, as well as the historical Inmates’ Quarters

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Lullingstone Roman Villa

Lullingstone Roman Villa is one of the most important and complete Roman villas in Britain. It is home to some outstanding mosaics and an extensive

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Liverpool British Music Experience

British Music Experience in Liverpool, students can immerse themselves into a museum of musical history and knowledge. On this musical school trip, students can discover

English Heritage North East

English Heritage in the North East aim to promote a greater understanding & enjoyment of the historic environment to educational groups. We offer learning groups

Imperial War Museum Duxford

Here at the IWM (Imperial War Museum) Duxford, students can climb aboard historic aircrafts as well as visit the very rooms where Duxford’s Battle of

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