School Trips to Malta
In the centre of the Mediterranean lies Malta; an archipelago famous for its rich and diverse history.
It is Malta’s past which makes it such a popular school trip destination. The archipelago’s position in the Mediterranean Basin made it an important naval base, meaning it has been held by several famous empires, civilisations, and kingdoms over the course of history, from the Greeks and Romans, to the Normans, Napoleon, and the British Empire.
And with architecture stretching back to the stone age, a popular tourism industry, and the perfect year-round climate, Malta is as interesting for its geographical themes as it is history.
Music tours to Malta are a popular choice, with the island’s array of picturesque villages, concert squares, and grand halls providing a beautiful setting for a group performance.
An educational visit to Malta therefore provides students with the opportunity to experience, witness, and learn about a wide range of subjects. If you would like to explore your options and learn more about organising a school trip to Malta, then please get in touch with one of our team on 0845 293 7970.
Music tours to Malta
A tiny island steeped in culture, Malta is a very special destination for a school music tour with fantastic concert halls, outdoor performing arenas and large cathedrals.
Match this with a wonderful climate and the welcoming, friendly people and Malta shines out as an ideal school music trip destination at any time of the year.
Malta highlights - our groups love...
Water Park
Water Park
Sometimes, a bit of fun is all that’s needed. The Splash and Fun Water Park offers a fantastic day out for the entire group. From the adventurous 120m long tube slide to the laid back lazy river, there is something on offer for everyone.
Valletta
Valletta
Malta’s jewel and capital, filled with beautiful open squares and fascinating architecture, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Malta’s ancient and diverse past is on full display in the capital, and the city was justly awarded the European City of Culture for 2018.
Palace Square Valletta
Palace Square Valletta
The Palace Square is dominated by the Grand Master’s Palace and is centrally located within the capital city. This is a great, popular venue for live performances. The square is suitable for bands, choirs and orchestras, with plenty of space and seating facilities in the surrounding area.
On-tour support in Malta
From teacher feedback we know that on-tour support is important to you.
In Malta we offer Concert Assistants and Tour Assistants to give you all the support you need on the ground whilst you’re away.
In addition, we can offer support from a Tour Manager who will assist you throughout the duration of your tour in Malta including at your concerts where they will be on-hand to provide extra support.
Planning your first school trip?
If you're planning your first school trip, our essential guide will take you through each step of the process.
- Choosing your destination
- Gaining approval from your Local Authority and/or your Head
- Promoting your tour in school
- Confirming your booking
- Tailor-make your tour
- Completing your risk assessments (including a sample risk assessment)
- Quick reference timeline
- Pre-tour checklist
Additional support, resources & information
Brexit & your school trip
Brexit & your school trip
How will Brexit affect my school trip?
Following the end of the transition period there are several changes that will affect groups travelling with us to the EU.
For more information on these changes, visit our dedicated Brexit page here.
If you're travelling with NST and have any specific questions. please contact your Educational Travel Advisor.
Concert organisation & tour planning service
Concert organisation & tour planning service
With NST, you’ll get your own dedicated music team who’ll work with you from start to finish. You’ll benefit from their unrivalled destination knowledge, and their experience gained from spending every day organising concerts for school groups.
They’ll tailor-make your itinerary from scratch and take care of everything for you:
- Matching the most appropriate concert venus to suit your group's ability
- Pulling together a performance schedule and itinerary that runs smoothly
- Planning the right balance of concerts and visits every day with realistic timings
- Pre-arranging and pre-booking your visits, entrance tickets, passes and meals
You’ll receive your final itinerary a full 4-weeks before you travel too.
Promoting your concerts
Promoting your concerts
We’ll go the extra mile in promoting your concerts for you too. We’ll:
- Select venues that regularly attract good audiences, and we’ll schedule your concerts at the best times to maximise audience potential.
- Locate A-board posters outside your venue, distribute promotional posters and leaflets ahead of your performances, plus promote your concerts in the local press, ‘what’s on’ guides, social media, and on radio where possible.
- Invite local youth and cultural groups to your concert (where appropriate) and, where possible, we’ll organise joint concerts and festival participations to attract the largest possible audiences.
Speak to one of our music tour team
At NST, our dedicated team of music specialists work hard to make your tour a magical and unforgettable experience. From planning and promoting your performances, through to making all your arrangements, you’ll be in good hands with NST.
Why choose NST...
Here's why thousands of teachers choose NST each year...
- Dedicated music tour team
With fantastic first-hand knowledge of Malta our music team will match the most appropriate options to suit your group's ability and requirements.
- On-tour support
We offer Concert Assistants, Tour Assistants and Tour Managers to give you all the support you need on the ground whilst you’re away.
- Promoting your concerts
We’ll go the extra mile in promoting your concerts for you, selecting venues that regularly attract good audiences and advertising your concerts in the local area.
- Making it easier for you
With our online school trip organiser, travel app, FREE classroom posters and trip launch resources to support your in-school promotion.
- Offsetting carbon emissions
For every trip taken, we'll plant a Maya nut tree in Peru to support reforestation, local communities & biodiversity. Plus, we'll offset an additional tonne of CO2 to guarantee carbon emission reductions.
- Risk assessment guidance
Our risk assessment guidance will help you to manage group safety on your next educational trip.
- FREE group leader inspection visits
We offer a free inspection visit to your chosen destination to support your risk assessment planning.
- Value for money
We’re committed to bringing you the best possible value trips to help make every penny count.
- Peace of mind
Your group’s location can be followed with our trip tracking device - Locate My Trip - plus you’ll have 24/7 support from us whilst you’re away.
- More than 50 years’ experience
With over 50 years’ experience, with NST you can rest assured that your group is in safe hands.
Looking for protection on your next school trip?
Booking with a school travel company is the best way for you to protect parents’ money and give yourself peace of mind.
Don’t forget – if your school arranges transport, accommodation and other services directly, you’ll be liable under the Package Travel Regulations – meaning you’ll have all the responsibilities of a travel company, both legal and financial.
Financial protection from the moment you book
NST are fully bonded:
- 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.
