School Trips to Normandy
With plenty of cross-curricular focuses, school trips to Normandy offer an unparalleled opportunity to immerse students in a region with one of the most significant events in the 20th century. Whether your focus is history, French Language or primary school learning, we’ll tailor an itinerary to deliver learning experiences that broaden the perspectives of pupils and students alike.
What are the learning benefits of a Normandy school trip?
With cross-curricular focuses aplenty, Normandy is a cultural hub with a rich history that is synonymous with one of the most significant events in the 20th century. Whether your focus is history, French Language or primary school learning, we’ll tailor an itinerary to deliver learning experiences that broaden the perspectives of pupils and students alike.
Normandy school trips for History groups
History groups will explore themes around the Second World War. The region of Normandy offers a host of excursions that are designed to bring learning to life outside the classroom. The Memorial de Caen affords visitors the chance to explore the history of violence and conflict that took place in the area during the war. In addition to the on-site museum and circular Arromanches cinema complex, there’s also the opportunity to visit the D-Day landing beaches. Find out more about a dedicated History school trip to Normandy here.
Primary school trips in Normandy
Normandy also caters to primary school learning, particularly the town of Bayeux – home to the famous tapestry depicting the Norman conquest of England – and the nearby aquarium at St Malo. A visit to the renowned Les Co'pains Boulangerie or Biscuiterie Cormier also gives classes a chance to sample the tastes of an authentic French bakery. Check out our dedicated Primary school trips to Normandy page.
Normandy French Language Trips
For language groups, Normandy school trips present the perfect opportunity for students to put their classroom learning into practice. There is no better way to reinforce speaking and listening skills than by actively using them every day in a practical setting, particularly when combining practice with memorable sites, landmarks and engaging tours. Discover more about our French Language Normandy trips here.
Why choose NST for your Normandy school trip?
Whether your focus is language, history or a broader learning experience, Normandy school trips provide insight and experience that will bring educational value, excitement and fun. Our extensive regional knowledge means we can provide you with a list of travel and accommodation options at each stage of the journey. We work closely with teachers to plan a watertight itinerary, which is essential to get the maximum possible value out of any school trip. With our support, we’ll put together an itinerary that meets all your learning objectives and supports the needs of your students.
Our wonderful team of dedicated school trip experts can draw on decades of experience, offering guidance and recommendations for places to visit, must-see attractions and popular accommodation choices.
We bring learning to life outside the classroom and inspire a greater thirst for knowledge among young people – a brief sojourn across the English Channel certainly does that! If you’re looking to talk through your options regarding a school trip to Normandy, get in touch with us online and send your query. You can also contact one of our travel experts at 0845 293 7970.
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Why choose NST?
Here's why thousands of teachers choose NST each year...
- Unrivalled school trip knowledge
Your dedicated Tour Co-ordinator will use their trip planning knowledge and expertise to create a tailor-made, curriculum-linked itinerary to meet your group’s exact needs.
- Making it easier for you
Your own trip organiser, travel app, free classroom packs and trip promo resources.
- Free group leader inspection visits
Visit your chosen destination free of charge and plan with confidence.
- Value for money, always
We work hard to make every penny count.
- Over 55 years’ experience
With NST you can rest assured that your group is in safe hands.
- Aligned to your learning outcomes
Every trip can be built around your specific goals — from the latest GCSE and A level curriculum requirements to particular themes, interests or visits you want to focus on.
- Risk assessment guidance
Clear, practical support to help you manage group safety including our free guide.
- Offsetting carbon emissions
Through our partnership with Carbon Footprint, we're committed to offset one tonne of CO2 emissions, and plant a tree on school grounds in the UK, for every trip booked.
- Support from our History Subject Experts
Our history subject experts have a strong background in teaching. They are highly experienced and passionate former teachers who aim to deliver detailed background information on all key sites and study topics.
