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Primary School Tours

At WST, we’re experts in planning school trips for primary schools. Whether you’re looking for a short UK trip, or a tour a little further afield, our team of travel specialists are on hand to help.

When it comes to primary school trips, we understand that one size does not fit all. We approach primary tours from a perspective of safe, secure,  age appropriate accommodation, in locations suitable for primary school children. Visits are not just selected based on curriculum, but also with a ‘learning experience’ in mind.

Why choose WST for your Primary School Tour

We can tailor make a superb itinerary to meet your Key Stage 2 learning objectives and have an abundance of visits which can cover such themes as the Romans, Vikings, the Victorians, Science and Nature, Performings Arts, Languages and many more.

For students of all ages, school trips are a fantastic opportunity to head on an adventure and learn outside of the classroom. But for primary schools especially, pupils gain the experience of being away from home, and the chance to expand their awareness of new countries and culture, while encouraging learning and developing social bonds.

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Top destinations for primary school trips

Primary School trip to London

From seeing famous attractions like the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace to all the fun of a West End show, London's rich culture and iconic landmarks will give your students memories to last forever.

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Primary school trip to York

From visiting historic sites like York Minster and the medieval city walls to discovering interactive museums and fascinating Viking heritage, these school trips to York provide unforgettable educational experiences for young learners.

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Primary school trip to Edinburgh

From exploring the iconic Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile to engaging with interactive museums and learning about Scotland's heritage, these school trips to Edinburgh provide memorable educational experiences for young learners.

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Primary school trip to Disneyland Paris

Your students can say goodbye to primary school with a magical trip to Disneyland Paris, experiencing all the fun of Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios.

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Primary school trip to Isle of Wight

The Isle of Wight has always been a popular trip for primary school groups. With a fabulous range of interactive museums and outdoor activities, your students will grow in confidence whilst enjoying unforgettable learning experiences.

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Primary school trip to Liverpool

Liverpool's rich martime heritage along with a vibrant cultural identity means that your students can have fun whilst learning about a range of subjects. From history to art, performing arts to science, you'll find a huge range of experiences that they will love.

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Primary school trip to Opal Coast

With a short ferry ride from Dover you can take your students to France without being too far from home. Hands on visits such as bread-making and chocolate tasting along with beautiful beaches and quaint market towns will boost their confidence to try new things.

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Primary school trip to Stratford

Stratford, the birthplace of Shakespeare has wide range of primary school friendly visits, with hands-on interactive museums and experiences to help them learn about the Tudors not to mention the beautiful little streets full of gift shops and photo oppofrtunities. An ideal summer visit for primary schools.

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Taking a primary school trip - FAQs

What is the recommended adult-to-pupil supervision ratio, and do you offer free places for accompanying staff?

The recommended ration for primary school groups on a trip is 1 adult per 8 pupils. If you prefer to change this we are happy to tailor your free place ratio to suit your needs. For more information take a look at our article on fschool trip ratios. 

At WST our Safety Management System is established and maintained to conform to the requirements of the School Travel Forum. This includes all accommodation and coach companies used being subject to a safety audit. See our safety and support FAQs for more information.

Yes, you can download our Guide to Risk Assessment document and take a look at our safety and support page for more information. We can support your risk assessment and planning by organising 2 nights accommodation for 2 people (B&B) free of charge so that you can visit your hotel and the attractions you have included in your itinerary. Ask us for more details.  

Our team at WST has researched the most suitable visits for Key Stage 2 pupils and when you first enquire with us we’ll provide you with sample itineraries and a location guide with content specific to primary school visits.

Your tour price will be tailor-made to your specific requirements and will include prices for all attractions where it is possible to pre-pay. Your quotation letter will clearly highlight what is and isn’t included, including information such as board basis, entrance fees, insurance etc and if you wish to change any aspects of your tour we will reprice the tour to include all your requirements.

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If you would like to take your Key Stage 2 pupils on an enriching and education trip, contact us today for inspiration and planning support

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