French language school trips to the Opal Coast
£315 - £519
A typical school trip to the Opal Coast cost is £315 to £519 per person depending on destination, time of travel, transport, accommodation and inclusions.
A short sojourn across the channel offers a great learning opportunity for language students, who can deepen their linguistic skills through various excursions on the Opal Coast. Exploring the local cheese farm, ordering from restaurant menus and visiting battlefields all offer your group the opportunity to develop their vocabulary and understanding of French culture.
SUGGESTED ITINERARIES
- Depart school and travel to the Opal Coast
- Boulogne Sur Mer
- Nausicaa aquarium
- Evening meal at local restaurant
- Chocolate Maker
- Le Touquet
- Biscuit Factory Visit
- Snail Farm
- Evening meal at local restaurant
- Depart from the Opal Coast
- Visit a local market
- Arrive in the UK
The Opal Coast offers students a fantastic opportunity to develop their French language skills through cultural immersion and real-world experiences just across the English Channel. From visiting local markets and food producers to exploring coastal towns and historic sites, students can practise French in authentic settings while gaining a deeper understanding of French culture, gastronomy and everyday life.
Student Development
During their visit, students can develop:
- Speaking and listening skills
- Confidence communicating in French
- Cultural awareness and understanding
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Independence and resilience
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Confidence interacting with native speakers
- Global awareness and cultural appreciation
GCSE French
The Opal Coast provides opportunities for students to:
- Practise spoken French in authentic situations
- Develop listening and comprehension skills
- Build confidence communicating with native speakers
- Apply classroom vocabulary in real-world contexts
- Explore French customs, traditions and daily life
- Develop cultural understanding through immersion
A Level French
Students can explore:
- Contemporary French society and culture
- Regional identity in northern France
- Authentic language use and communication
- French gastronomy and food culture
- Historical influences on modern France
- Independent language-learning opportunities
Cultural Understanding
Students can gain insight into:
- Daily life in northern France
- French food and farming traditions
- French market culture
- Coastal communities and regional identity
- The importance of language within local communities
- The relationship between history and contemporary French society
Cross-Curricular Learning
The Opal Coast also supports learning in:
- History through First World War heritage and regional history
- Geography through coastal landscapes and environmental studies
- Food Technology through visits to food producers and local businesses
- Citizenship through cultural awareness and international understanding
- Science through marine conservation and aquarium visits
Features
ACCOMMODATION
With a pool, free Wi-Fi and restaurant – plus 5.5 hectares of enclosed private grounds – Le Cap d’Opale has all you could ask for from accommodation for your school group. What's more, this hotel is just a 15-minute walk from Ambleteuse Beach.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Basketball/volleyball court
- Heated indoor swimming pool
Located on the outskirts of the scenic coastal town of Berck-sur-Mer, Hotel B&B Berck-sur-Mer is a convenient base from which to explore the beautiful Opal Coast in Northern France while enjoying the local town's amenities.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Garden and terrace
- Outdoor table tennis
- Free coach parking
With a pool, free Wi-Fi and restaurant – plus 5.5 hectares of enclosed private grounds – Le Cap d’Opale has all you could ask for from accommodation for your school group. What's more, this hotel is just a 15-minute walk from Ambleteuse Beach.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Basketball/volleyball court
- Heated indoor swimming pool
Located on the outskirts of the scenic coastal town of Berck-sur-Mer, Hotel B&B Berck-sur-Mer is a convenient base from which to explore the beautiful Opal Coast in Northern France while enjoying the local town's amenities.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Garden and terrace
- Outdoor table tennis
- Free coach parking
Excursions
Boulogne sur Mer
A major Roman port for trade and communication, Boulogne-sur-Mer is a popular coastal city in Northern France you’ll be at no loss for things to discover. The city has changed hands several times across its millennia of history, and even today reflects its rule under England and Germany. Don’t miss the city’s 12th-century belfry, which is UNESCO-listed, and the marine conservation centre Nausicaa – an excursion we know students will love.
Nausicaa Sea Life Centre
Students will love the interactive elements of this brilliant aquarium, where they can feel the rough texture of a ray’s back and watch penguins gulping down their dinner – all within the space of an hour! With 1,600 different species, Europe’s largest aquarium is a fantastic resource for developing an understanding of marine ecology and conservation issues.
Chocolate Maker
School groups will love discovering the chemistry of chocolate at this amazing chocolatier on the Opal Coast. Here, students can watch as the delicacy is heated, stirred, moulded and decorated into a fabulous display of novelty shapes. We recommend sampling the dark, rich chocolate of at least 70% cocoa – a contrast from the familiar milk chocolate we find on UK shelves.
Biscuit Factory Tour
Master biscuit makers demonstrate their craft on this excursion, sharing the stages of how biscuits are made – from selecting high‑quality ingredients, through mixing, shaping and baking. Finish your visit with a tasting and a visit to the on-site biscuit shop.
Snail Farm
Enter the tiny world of the snail with a visit to a snail farm, where school groups can watch the gastropods’ antennae see, taste and explore. Students will investigate the molluscs’ adaptations and life cycle, from egg-hatching in the spring to winter hibernation, and learn about the importance of snail production in traditional French cuisine.
Berck sur Mer
A seaside haven for school groups, Berck sur Mer has a wide variety of activities to provide the perfect beach visit. From its charming old-fashioned carousel and a mini electric car track to Mambo Mini Golf and a go-kart track, Berck has something for students of any age; we know they’ll love some down-time here.
Agincourt Centre Historique Medieval
Step back in time and let your students discover the legendary battles of the Hundred Years War at the Agincourt Medieval History Centre. One of the last remaining battlefields of the war, Agincourt tells the tale of the eponymous battle of 1415, in which the English army (led by King Henry V) defeated the French forces.
Le Touquet
With its foray of watersports, artistic heritage and picturesque setting, Le Touquet is a long-time favourite of Equity staff, and we can’t wait to share its charm with you and your students. With far-reaching views of the sea and countryside, the lighthouse of Phare Le Touquet is a particular highlight, as well as the Musée du Touquet and art deco Covered Market.
Boulogne sur Mer
A major Roman port for trade and communication, Boulogne-sur-Mer is a popular coastal city in Northern France you’ll be at no loss for things to discover. The city has changed hands several times across its millennia of history, and even today reflects its rule under England and Germany. Don’t miss the city’s 12th-century belfry, which is UNESCO-listed, and the marine conservation centre Nausicaa – an excursion we know students will love.
Nausicaa Sea Life Centre
Students will love the interactive elements of this brilliant aquarium, where they can feel the rough texture of a ray’s back and watch penguins gulping down their dinner – all within the space of an hour! With 1,600 different species, Europe’s largest aquarium is a fantastic resource for developing an understanding of marine ecology and conservation issues.
Chocolate Maker
School groups will love discovering the chemistry of chocolate at this amazing chocolatier on the Opal Coast. Here, students can watch as the delicacy is heated, stirred, moulded and decorated into a fabulous display of novelty shapes. We recommend sampling the dark, rich chocolate of at least 70% cocoa – a contrast from the familiar milk chocolate we find on UK shelves.
Biscuit Factory Tour
Master biscuit makers demonstrate their craft on this excursion, sharing the stages of how biscuits are made – from selecting high‑quality ingredients, through mixing, shaping and baking. Finish your visit with a tasting and a visit to the on-site biscuit shop.
Snail Farm
Enter the tiny world of the snail with a visit to a snail farm, where school groups can watch the gastropods’ antennae see, taste and explore. Students will investigate the molluscs’ adaptations and life cycle, from egg-hatching in the spring to winter hibernation, and learn about the importance of snail production in traditional French cuisine.
Berck sur Mer
A seaside haven for school groups, Berck sur Mer has a wide variety of activities to provide the perfect beach visit. From its charming old-fashioned carousel and a mini electric car track to Mambo Mini Golf and a go-kart track, Berck has something for students of any age; we know they’ll love some down-time here.
Agincourt Centre Historique Medieval
Step back in time and let your students discover the legendary battles of the Hundred Years War at the Agincourt Medieval History Centre. One of the last remaining battlefields of the war, Agincourt tells the tale of the eponymous battle of 1415, in which the English army (led by King Henry V) defeated the French forces.
Le Touquet
With its foray of watersports, artistic heritage and picturesque setting, Le Touquet is a long-time favourite of Equity staff, and we can’t wait to share its charm with you and your students. With far-reaching views of the sea and countryside, the lighthouse of Phare Le Touquet is a particular highlight, as well as the Musée du Touquet and art deco Covered Market.
Trip details
All Equity packages are tailor-made to suit the needs of our groups. Here are our standard package inclusions:
- Return travel by coach
- Channel Crossing
- 1 free staff place for every 8 full paying passengers by coach
- Half-board accommodation
- Excursions
- Full use of your coach during your trip (this applies to coach groups only and is subject to EU drivers hours regulations)
- 24-hour emergency service support
- All travel documentation, luggage labels and resort information
- Lunches
- Meals en-route. While travelling to and from your destination you need to consider meals. These are not included in the package prices
- Tourist tax
- Damage deposit
Prices are subject to change based on intended dates of travel and final numbers, the Equity team are here to offer you advice and guidance from start to finish, ensuring your school trip runs smoothly and is a great success.
Travel by: Coach
Transfer time from Calais: 0.5hrs
Best times to travel: Summer
Suggested tour length: 3 days, 2 nights
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