Celebrating excellence in school travel: The best of the 2024 School Travel Awards
With the 2024 School Travel Awards having officially concluded, we're excited to celebrate the best in educational travel – as chosen by the readers of School Travel Organiser.
Held on Friday, 29th November, at the prestigious Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, the ceremony showcased the most inspiring destinations, companies, and individuals dedicated to enriching the learning experiences of young people.
Below, we highlight this year’s outstanding winners and finalists across a range of categories, showcasing their incredible contributions to the world of school travel.
Best Theatre Production for Schools
Winner: Wicked
This enchanting production captivates audiences with its powerful storyline, theatrics and talent, surpassing nominees such as Matilda The Musical and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Best UK Attraction
Winner: Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
An unforgettable experience blending cinematic magic with hands-on learning, this attraction continues to be a firm favourite for schools.
Best International Destination or Attraction
Winner: Disneyland Paris, France
Disneyland Paris enchants students with its unique blend of cultural learning and fun. In the awards, it beat contenders like CERN, Switzerland, and Washington DC, USA. This award was sponsored by Equity.
Best Provision for SEND
Winner: Science Museum, London
This inaugural award went to the Science Museum, celebrated for its accessibility and innovative programmes for students with special educational needs and disabilities.
Best Museum Visit
Winner: Imperial War Museum, London
Recognised for its compelling exhibits and cross-curricular relevance, the Imperial War Museum claimed the winner's spot for this prestigious category.
Best Venue for English Learning
Winner: Shakespeare’s Globe
The Globe Theatre continues to inspire students with its live performances and workshops rooted in the Bard’s timeless works.
Special Awards
- ‘My Best School Trip’ Award: Carisbrooke College (IWEF), Isle of Wight – Year 10/11 trip to Vietnam
- Outstanding Contribution to Learning Outside the Classroom: Peter Carne OBE
- School Trip Champion Award: Glynis Pattison, Conyers School, Stockton-on-Tees
Continuing excellence in education
The 2024 School Travel Awards remind us of the incredible dedication and creativity within the school travel sector – something we at Equity keep front of mind when we create and deliver our school trips. From unforgettable historic sites to cutting-edge STEM venues, these winners are paving the way for enriched learning beyond the classroom; we're proud to work alongside such impressive attractions and destinations.
Here’s to another year of inspiring school trips! 🎉
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