london computing trip header nst

London Computing & Computer Science School Trips & Tours

This exciting destination offers pupils the opportunity to explore a range of computing and computer science themes at a number of intriguing visits and hands on workshops, whilst also enjoying a big city experience. We’ll tailor-make your itinerary to suit your group’s specific learning requirements to include the best visits and attractions at great value for money.

 

Prices start from£169pp

Price Shown includes

  • 1 night's B&B accommodation
  • Executive coach transport from & to school & throughout your stay
  • Group travel insurance
  • 1 in 8 free place ratio

Price shown is based on 40 paying passengers from selected departure points and is subject to availability.


On-tour support

On-tour support includes...

  • Pre-booked meals at great group prices
  • Pre-booked and pre-paid London Underground tickets
  • A choice of packed lunches for your group throughout your stay

Accommodation

Popular options in London


Top visits

Silicon Roundabout / Tech City Guided Walking Tour

This two-hour tour starts at Shoreditch Grind and finishes at Google Campus. Groups will look at how and why such a small area of London is beginning to rival Silicon Valley, and why it has become crucial to the UK’s post-recession recovery. Your pupils will take a first-hand look at the businesses in the area - such as ASOS, Spotify and Zoopla - and your guide will discuss why London and the Silicon Roundabout has an advantage over other global technology clusters. 

National Museum of Computing

Groups will see a short presentation which will include; an introduction to the Museum, the role of Bletchley Park and the plan for the day. The group will visit The Tunny and Colossus galleries to better understand the reason for building one of the world's first computers, including seeing the 1944 Colossus Mk II rebuild. The group will then visit the First Generation gallery and see the working WITCH computer and the EDSAC reconstruction. Groups will also take part in an activity in the BBC computer room. The tours will enable pupils to see computers from the 1950s through to the iPhone. 

Bletchley Park

Visit the historic site where secret British code breaking activities took place during WWII, and where the modern computer was born. Bletchley Park runs a range of guided tours and talks for groups that are designed to enthuse students about the disciplines that underpinned the code breakers’ work.

Apple Store

This is an unforgettable learning experience that works to enhance and align with what students are already learning in the classroom. On their visit, students can create something amazing there on the spot with Apple products. Whatever they create, students will leave with a renewed outlook and motivation for learning. 

Science Museum

The Science Museum is packed with awe-inspiring galleries, interactive resources and inspirational exhibitions. Your students can explore the hands-on galleries which cover a wide range of subject areas.

The museum also offers a great selection of curriculum-linked schools events and shows, and stunning 3D films in their IMAX Cinema.

Science Museum resources are also available and free to download.

New in 2022 - Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery:

Aimed at KS3 & KS4 levels, students will get to explore this gallery and get hands on with interactive exhibits which simulate job-related tasks. Students can experience what it's like to create visual effects on a film set, analyse blood samples in a lab, fix a fault on a wind turbine and plenty more.

Power Up at the Science Museum

For the ultimate STEM engagement trip, take your group to Power Up and get straight into the action in the hands-on gaming zone. Featuring consoles and video games from the past 50 years, from Pong to Pacman, Minecraft to Mario. There’s something for everyone in your group at Power Up.  

Challenge problem-solving skills, encourage collaboration with multiplayer showdowns, and sharpen critical thinking and reasoning in a fun and relaxed environment.   

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter

Step on to authentic sets, discover the magic behind spellbinding special effects and explore the behind-the-scenes secrets of the Harry Potter film series. Tread the original stone floor of the iconic Hogwarts Great Hall, encounter animatronic creatures and wander down Diagon Alley. Your Harry Potter World school trip is located at the Studios where all 8 films were produced.

45 minute workshops are also available, covering Art and Design, Business Studies, English and Drama, Film and Media and STEM subjects, as well as Primary.

 

Sky Up Academy

Sky Up Academy Studios is an immersive learning experience that places young people centre stage as media creators.  

At their bespoke TV studios, your students will use cutting-edge digital technology to create their own content. Students will work in small teams, taking on real-life media roles to create a news report or trailer. Working alongside a team of experts, they will see their ideas come to life.

A visit to Sky Up Academy Studios will give your class a VIP peek behind-the-scenes at Sky, helping develop their confidence and build essential skills like Creativity, Communication and Collaboration. 

Please note, visits must be booked directly with Sky Up Academy.

 

Centre for Computing History

These one hour workshops are conducted in the Hauser Studio (Cambridge) which is kitted out to resemble a 1980s classroom. There are four workshops available: Coding in BASIC, Introduction to Python, Controlling External Objects and Build Your Own Adventure Game.

Chocolate Films – Animation Workshops

Chocolate Films offer full and half day animation workshops which will provide an exciting introduction to stop motion animation. The workshops have been designed to inspire young people to make their own short animations and consider careers in the creative industry. Using professional animation software, pupils will have opportunity to try several different styles of animation using a range of materials such as Plasticine, Lego, whiteboard pens and cut-out silhouettes. These workshops are a great way to build skills in research, crafts and media, computing and filmmaking. They will develop teamwork and build confidence and the workshops can be adapted to suit many parts of the national curriculum.

LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort

With over 55 rides, live shows and attractions, all set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland; bring learning to life outside of the classroom with LEGOLAND® Windsor Resorts tailored school trips which can engage, excite and inspire your students. LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort has been awarded with a Learning Outside of the Classroom Quality Award: a national accreditation for the provision of learning.

There are educational workshops available, perfect for teachers and pupils to have a fun, hands on and engaging session hosted by a trained member of educational staff.

Insider London Workshops

Insider London provide company visits and workshops which will inspire your students and show them how what they're learning in the classroom translates into a future career path. Choose from:

Business Model Canvas Workshop

CKX - Artificial Inteligence

Defining Leadership Workshop

Loke - Marketing App

Metro Bank 

Seedrs - Crowdfunding

Verb Brands

Web Design

ThisThat - Marketing through Influencer Innovation

 

The View from The Shard

The View from The Shard offers a unique education experience – it is the only place where students can see the entire city at once; both old and new! Two high speed kaleidoscopic lifts will transport your group to the viewing platforms on Level 69 and Level 72 where you can encourage your student’s fascination with the history of London and enjoy the unparalleled 360 degree views.

Educational visits can support learning across both the National and London Curriculum, including History, English, Maths, Geography, and Art and Design.


Evening activites

  • Jack the Ripper tour
  • Evening ghost walking tour
  • Ice skating
  • Bowling
  • A quiz or disco at your hotel (most hotels can provide a room for groups to use in the evenings)

Transport

Available from any location in the UK, our executive coaches are fitted with seatbelts, toilet facilities, air conditioning, DVD and reclining seats.

Coach

Rail is a convenient travel option for small groups, ideal for connections to Eurostar, major airports and travel to many city destinations.

Train


Giving you full support throughout

Before your tour

  • Your own dedicated NST contact
  • Bespoke tour itineraries
  • Unrivalled local knowledge & expertise
  • Curriculum linked visit programmes
  • Great value for money - no hidden costs
  • Free group leader inspection visits
  • Risk assessment guidance
  • Safety assured, transport, accommodation and visits

Whilst you're away

  • Free educational resources
  • Group-friendly accommodation
  • Exceptional standards of coaching
  • On-tour support from our reps on the ground
  • Support & assistance from our specialists throughout your tour
  • 24/7 support just a call away
  • Extensive group travel insurance

On your return

  • Priority rebooking services
  • Rewarding your loyalty with our reward scheme
  • You say, we listen - we're committed to continuously improving our tours
  • School travel company of choice since 1967