School Trips to the Netherlands
Only a short flight, ferry or coach ride away from the UK, the Netherlands continues to be one of our most popular school trip destinations for students of all ages.
The country’s unique culture, rich history and wealth of world-class attractions make it a perfect place to bring learning to life outside of the classroom. Whether the focus of your group is art, music, geography or a more general learning experience, NST can help tailor the perfect itinerary for you.
What better place to start than Amsterdam. The tall, narrow houses of the nation’s capital are a hallmark of Dutch architecture, as is the sprawling canal network that ranges over 30 miles in total and features 1281 bridges! Amsterdam is also home to several of the most prestigious museums in the Netherlands, including the Rijksmuseum, the Stedelijk and the Amsterdam museum.
For classes focussing on art and design, the city is also home to a number of specialist museums dedicated to Dutch masters such as Rembrandt and Van Gogh. With fascinating exhibits on all year round, students have the chance to experience great works of art firsthand, as well as understanding more about the artists who created them.
If you’re looking to give your class a firmer grasp of World War II history, the Anne Frank museum is a moving experience that serves to remind us of the extreme hardships facing Jewish people during Nazi occupation and the Holocaust. NST also offer a guided walking tour of the former Jewish district that allows groups to visit a number of famous monuments, memorials and synagogues.
For geography classes, the fact that more than half of the Netherlands is technically below sea level means that the country is an incredible case study for how people can deal with extreme geographical conditions. A day trip to the Deltapark Neeltje Jans and Delta Works theme park on the west coast offers unique insight into the issue of flooding, whereas the famous harbour cruise in Rotterdam shows how tourism and business can thrive together on a huge scale.
The Netherlands is also a fantastic choice for music teachers that are looking to arrange a school tour. The areas of Valkenburg and Maastricht in particular are renowned for their range of quality performance venues, such as the Kasteelruine, the Mondriaan and St Jan Church.
We’ve been organising school trips to the Netherlands for decades, so it’s fair to say we know how to take the stress out of arranging travel, accommodation and tickets. Get in touch with our team of travel experts today on 0845 293 7970 to talk through your options and arrange your ideal Dutch school trip.
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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.
