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School Ski Trips to France

With a reputation for world-beating skiing and the opportunity for your students to immerse themselves in French culture, a school ski trip to France is often a highlight of the school calendar. France offers the perfect opportunity for students to practice their French language skills, sample the local cuisine, and soak up the French culture.

Why France is an excellent option for a school ski trip

France is a top destination for school ski trips, and for good reason. Its resorts are easy to get to from the UK, with short transfer times from nearby airports. France also offers high altitude skiing and fantastic snow conditions throughout the season, with many accommodation options offering the added benefit and convenience of doorstep skiing.

Lessons provided by Ecole du Ski Français (ESF) will ensure your students get the most out of the trip, whether they’re an experienced skier or a complete beginner. NST will cater for your needs and help your students reach their full skiing potential.

Accommodation and ski resorts in France

We understand that choosing the right accommodation and resort is crucial for the success of your school ski trip to France. That's why NST offers a carefully selected range of options to suit every group's needs and budget, ensuring an unforgettable and hassle-free experience. Our properties are fully inspected and audited to meet the highest safety and comfort standards.

We offer a choice of accommodations, from purpose-built youth hotels designed specifically for student groups to long-established, family-run chalets that offer a warm, authentic French welcome. Our team has expert knowledge of all the properties we offer, so we can help you choose the ideal base for your student trip.

View our school ski trip resorts in France

Three Valleys

Three Valleys

The ski resort of Three Valleys is a popular option for school groups, as it offers a great range of ski runs for all abilities.

  • Lifts to: 2950m
  • Total number of lifts: 41
  • Marked pistes: 150km
  • Longest run: 3.6km
     

Learn more about our ski trips to Three Valleys

Les Arcs

Les Arcs

With reliable snow conditions throughout the season, Les Arcs is a perfect destination for a school ski trip, particularly for those will little or no ski experience.

  • Lifts to: 3226m
  • Total number of lifts: 60 (190 inc La Plagne)
  • Marked pistes: 200km (425km inc La Plagne)
  • Longest run: 7km
     

Learn more about our ski trips to Les Arcs

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The Three Valleys

Offering the three popular resorts of Courchevel, Meribel and Val Thorens, Three Valleys has slopes for skiers of all abilities making it an excellent choice for school groups.

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Sample itinerary for a School ski trip to France


    • Day 1: Travel and check-in day. Settle in with a Welcome Talk and meet your dedicated NST rep. After a quick dinner, we’ll get students fully kitted out - ready to hit the slopes tomorrow morning!

     

    • Day 2-4: Ski, learn and explore. Three full days of ski lessons. Double sessions each day (morning and afternoon) with ski instructors. Evenings are filled with exciting activities.

     

    • Day 5: Race day! The usual routine (breakfast, lessons, lunch) to start. In the afternoon, students put their new skills to the test with fun ski races.

     

    • Day 6: Last day on the slopes. These students' last day on the slopes. After dinner, celebrate everyone's achievements at the presentation evening and disco!

     

    • Day 7: Journey home. Check out of the resort and transfer to the airport. Flight back to the UK, followed by the final transfer back to school for student pick-up

Why choose NST for your ski school trips to France?

Booking a school ski trip to France with NST means partnering with experts dedicated to making your trip a success. We provide comprehensive, financially protected packages with no hidden extras, covering everything from travel and accommodation to ski tuition and equipment.

As an established provider of school ski trips to France, we're able to offer you outstanding value due to our long-standing relationships with our accommodation, ski schools, and equipment partners in resort. Our packages include:

Outstanding service

At NST, we go the extra mile to make your French school ski trip effortless by taking care of the details. Our ski team has expert knowledge of French resorts and their unique offerings, allowing us to help you identify the best location for your students' needs.

Once you've made your booking, we provide continuous support throughout the planning process and during your trip, so you can travel with complete confidence. You can rest assured that your student ski trips are in the hands of professionals who understand every detail of a French Alpine trip.

Hours of certified ski tuition in France

Every school skiing trip with NST to France includes highly qualified and certified instructors from the renowned École du Ski Français (ESF). Our local partners will provide your students with four or five hours of dedicated ski tuition each day. The ESF is known for its structured, progressive teaching method, ensuring every student, from beginner to advanced, reaches their full skiing potential.

We also offer the option to arrange for an additional hour of tuition, depending on your chosen resort, to provide even more time for students to get comfortable on the slopes.

High-quality equipment at every resort

Safety is our top priority on every ski trip for students. That's why your group will be equipped with high-quality ski equipment that meets the highest standards we've established with our certified, local suppliers in every French resort. Helmets are always included as standard for all students. You can be confident that your students will have the best equipment for a safe and enjoyable experience on the slope.

Superb selection of accommodation

We understand that every school group is different, and our wide selection of resorts and accommodations reflects this. From high-mileage, world-famous destinations to quieter, lesser-known ski areas, we have a location to suit every student group. Likewise, our accommodation choice offers something for everyone, from purpose-built youth accommodation to long-established, family-run chalets where owners offer a warm welcome.

Many of our options also offer the convenience of ski-in, ski-out access. All of our accommodation is regularly inspected and audited to meet the highest School Travel Forum standards.

Speak to one of our French school ski experts

Our team of school ski experts has first-hand experience of all the resorts and accommodation we offer in France. They’ll advise on the best ski resort location based on your group’s individual needs and requirements. If you have a specific learning objective in mind for your ski trip, we can support you by arranging excursions, cultural activities, and opportunities for students to practise their French language skills with native speakers.

 

Financial protection from the moment you book

 

  • ABTA
  • ATOL
  • IATA

 

 

Managing safety on school trips

For your protection, NST's independently audited Safety Management System covers:

  • 24-hour emergency cover
  • Audited accommodation & transport
  • Excursions & school visit assessment
  • Group leader preview visits to assist with risk assessment planning

We're LOtC Council’s Quality Badge assured

The Department for Education advises schools to always look for the LOtC Quality Badge when choosing a school travel provider.