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Breaking Barriers Through Adventure

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How Regatta and The Breakthrough Fund Are Transforming Access to Outdoor Learning A real story from Tinsley Meadows Primary School at PGL Dearne Valley This year, our partnership with Regatta Great Outdoors is making wider impact — moving forward with our purpose at the heart of everything we do. We know that one of the biggest barriers to outdoor education…
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Aerial view of Overstrand Hall, a historic manor house set in expansive grounds with the North Norfolk coast visible in the background, home to a PGL school residential centre

Exploring the link between historic architecture and student wellbeing

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Educational trips are often judged by the activities on offer—but the environment itself can be just as influential. From grand halls to heritage estates, historic settings can shape how students feel, behave, and engage with learning in ways that modern classrooms simply can’t replicate. This is especially true for historic buildings school trips in the UK, where architecture, atmosphere, and…
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Two laughing young people wearing helmets and buoyancy aids wading through a river together during a PGL SEND residential trip

What teachers can expect from SEND support on educational residential trips

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Planning a residential trip is a big responsibility, especially when ensuring every student, including those with additional needs, is fully supported. For teachers organising inclusive trips, understanding what SEND support on school trips looks like in practice can make the process far more manageable. From pre-trip planning to on-site delivery, the right provider will work alongside you to ensure every…
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Young people wearing helmets and buoyancy aids working together to build a raft using logs and barrels during a PGL SEND residential trip

How to find SEN friendly clubs and groups in your area

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Finding the right club or activity for a child with additional needs can feel overwhelming. With so many options available, it’s not always clear which ones are truly inclusive, supportive, and equipped to meet your child’s needs. Whether you’re looking for local after-school activities, weekend groups, or even accessible school trips, this guide will help you understand what to look…
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Children in helmets sliding down a natural rock waterfall during an activity in the Ardèche Gorge on a PGL school trip to France.

Why the Ardèche Gorge is Europe’s best outdoor classroom

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When we think about the most effective learning environments, it’s easy to picture a traditional classroom. But some of the most memorable and impactful learning happens outside of it. For school groups looking to combine education with real-world experience, the Ardèche Gorge offers something unique. With its dramatic landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and range of outdoor activities, it creates the perfect…
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A young person taking aim with a bow and arrow during an archery activity on a PGL SEND residential trip, supervised by a PGL instructor

How to make school trips accessible for all

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School trips play an important role in a student’s development. They offer opportunities to build confidence, develop independence, and experience learning in a more practical, engaging way. For students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), these experiences can be even more valuable. However, without the right planning and support, they can also feel overwhelming or inaccessible. Creating inclusive school…
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Looking up at the Eiffel Tower from ground level framed by green trees against a blue sky

5 fun ways to get students speaking French in Paris

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Getting students to actively speak French on a school trip can feel like a challenge at first. Even those who are confident in the classroom can become hesitant when faced with real-life conversations. That said, a trip to Paris creates the perfect environment to move beyond textbook learning. With the right structure and a few well-planned activities, students can build…
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A group of school children walking through a sun-dappled tree-lined path with their group leader during a PGL school residential trip at Ford Castle, Northumberland

Inclusive activities for children with autism

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Creating opportunities for every child to feel included, confident and capable is at the heart of any meaningful group experience. For children with autism, the right activities can do far more than keep them engaged - they can support communication, reduce anxiety, and help build lasting confidence. Whether you’re planning sessions in school, running a club or organising a residential,…
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Three children in scout uniforms, each wearing a green sweater with various patches and badges, stand side by side with arms around each other in front of a stone wall and trees in the background.

Why Summer Camps Are Essential for Scouts

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For many young people, scouting summer camps are one of the most anticipated parts of the year. They offer a break from routine, but more importantly, they create an environment where Scouts can grow in confidence, develop practical skills, and form stronger connections with others. Unlike day-to-day scouting meetings, summer camps provide a fully immersive experience. Scouts step into a…
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A group of people wearing helmets and life vests are participating in a rafting activity on a sunny day, with some individuals visibly excited and splashing water as they paddle.

Why residential trips are game changers for youth groups

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Planning something meaningful for your youth group over the summer can feel like a big responsibility. You want it to be fun, safe and memorable, but you also want it to genuinely make a difference. That’s where summer camps for youth groups really come into their own. More than just a few days away, youth group summer camps give young…
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