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A collage of students experiencing WW1 in Belgium

Exploring The First World War from the Home Front to the Trenches

Take students on a journey through the First World War, from the Home Front in Britain to the trenches and battlefields of Belgium and France.

Bringing Italy Home: Translating Fieldwork Experiences into Classroom Learning

Discover how Italy’s volcanic landscapes and coastal features can bring GCSE Geography to life, extending experiences back to the classroom.
Students having fun on a ski trip

What’s Included in Ski Trip for Schools?

Planning a school ski trip? Discover what’s included with Rayburn Tours, from expert support and daily ski tuition to transport, accommodation, lift passes and equipment hire.

How Switzerland Brings Alpine Geography into the Classroom

Discover how Switzerland allows students to explore the physical world first-hand and teachers real-world examples to bring back to school.
Language Lessons during a School Language Trip

20 Reasons to Learn a Foreign Language

Discover 20 reasons to learn a foreign language, from boosting confidence and academic performance to exploring new cultures!

The Director of Music at Wycombe Abbey on the Value of Music Tours for Young Musicians

How can music tours inspire younger musicians, build stronger ensembles and create memories that last long after the final performance? Stefan Reid, The Director of Music at Wycombe Abbey shares his...

Great Debate: Tips for Speaking with Confidence

Build students’ debating skills with expert public speaking tips from Rayburn Tours, covering confidence, clear arguments and effective delivery.
School trip to Iceland

How to plan a school trip

Discover how to plan school trips with confidence using our step-by-step guide, covering everything from setting objectives and securing approval to creating your itinerary and preparing for...

A thousand reasons to say WOW on an Icelandic adventure

Field Study Tutor Ian Geddes shares 15 WOW moments whilst out on an Icelandic school trip; read more in his blog!

The Rayburn Way: Celebrating Our Culture, Our People, and Our Future

Read more about our company-wide afternoon at Pride Park, where colleagues from across Rayburn celebrated achievements and more.

How to Make School Music Trips More Accessible

For some pupils, a school music tour is their first chance to perform abroad and discover just how much they can achieve through music. But for those facing financial barriers, taking part isn’t...

A Guide to Writing a School Trip Letter to Parents

Discover our guide to a school trip letter, such as key information to include, and a pre-written template to help you get started.