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The top 9 educational benefits of embarking on a school trip

This article was updated on 16 november 2018. you can read the updated version of 9 common benefits of international school travel here ..

From our experience students and teachers alike have a great time on our school group tours. Not only is it a fun and a hugely memorable time, there are constant opportunities for students to expand their own individual tacit knowledge crucial to higher level learning and problem solving skills. Students take what they’ve learnt back into everyday life and this impacts them for months and years to come!

We know though that there are times when teachers such as yourself sigh at the idea of organising an opportunity like this. The primary focus becomes more about policy, paperwork and the potential cost rather than the educational benefits. We understand that there is a lot of time and effort spent picking the right program, hosting parent nights, getting the sign-off from your school, managing all your students in the airport, and making sure the trip itself is going to run smoothly. Believe us when we tell you though, it is 100% worth all the time and effort that goes in to a school group tour.

EA aim to make all this organising a breeze for you however, for those moments, when you need to remember why taking students out of the classroom is such a good idea, here are our top 9 benefits for taking your students on a school trip:

1. Improves critical thinking skills

Global citizenship is fast becoming a hot topic and society is looking to schools to prepare its students for the future, particularly in regards to teaching problem solving, soft-skills and preparing students for millennial jobs that currently don’t exist or didn’t 10 years ago. This is a big ask for teachers with limited resources and time. With this in mind, teachers are looking for dynamic ways to introduce this into their curriculum however the tried and tested school trip continues to prove itself an effective way to incorporate the soft-skills such as strong communication, problem solving and critical thinking into teaching.

2. Experiential learning takes place

The classroom is an effective simulation of the real world however experiential learning argues that when learning is shifted into to a real-life situation it becomes more powerful in individuals. This supports the idea that in order to prepare students effectively for life we need to give them memorable experiences such as an international school trip.

3. Student's worldview is expanded

Embarking on educational tours, and submerging students into cultural experiences have been found to be invaluable for development and understanding. It is a perspective that cannot be taught, only experienced for oneself. As I’m sure you’re aware, it is hard to impart a passion for learning languages, understanding another culture or teaching why current world affairs is important to your students in the classroom alone. Travelling, and visiting a country different from one’s own can trigger ideas and solutions that may not stem from familiar comforts and habits.  

4. Reinforces classroom material

Going to important historical landmarks and great museums gives students the opportunity to visualise, experience and discuss the topics they study in order to gain greater understanding. Not only will students recall the experience long after the trip, they may start to develop historical empathy, contextualising historical actions and understanding people of the past. This gives them a deeper understanding of people, places and situations which in turn can teach students critical thinking in their own life.

5. Greater bond between students and teachers

Getting to know your students more throughout the trip is a great way to build strong rapport with them. You will reap the benefits of this for the rest of the teaching year. Students who have a personal connection with their teachers are more motivated and connected to what they are being taught.

6. Learning local culture

I was amazed when I first heard that it was uncustomary in Japan to eat while walking along the street. I thought, surely it must not be closely adhered to. I needed to go there for myself to truly understand the local culture there and see how something as simple as don’t walk and eat played out in a place so unlike my own home. This is just one example of experiencing something first hand and how much it can enrich your perspective. Living in a different local culture even for a short time is a great way to enrich understanding. Not only that but it’s fun!

7. Students are encouraged to learn

Often educational tours use multimedia to visually grab attention and encourage students to partake in an enjoyable learning experience. However, in the classroom these exposed sensors may be limited. For example, students would retain more information from a NASA tour in Florida, where all sensors are exposed - over a powerpoint slide lesson in the classroom.

8. Helps those students who learn by doing

I’m sure you’ve all heard those age old qualms that not everyone was ‘made for school’ or ‘school just didn’t suit them’. Switching up the environment and bringing these types of students out of the classroom and into the real world can be a great way to spark their interest. Take advantage of the informal learning situation and ignite passion in those who learn by ‘doing’.

9. Lifelong memories are made

When in a new environment, the students will need to work as a team with other classmates outside of their normal group. Not only that, but they make lifelong memories among peers, which is no doubt a fun learning experience in itself.

All in all, we hope you can picture the exciting times to be had on your very own school group tour with your students. All the preparing is well worth the benefits gained during the trip and beyond. And don’t forget your own (mini) holiday in an amazing country along the way too…

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10 air travel tips for effortless school trips.

Thursday, 10th August 2023

For many students, a school trip abroad will be their first time travelling without their parents and for some it will be their first-time travelling on a plane at all! To help you navigate from check in to landing with minimal teenage turbulence, our experienced former teachers-come-teacher tour leaders have shared 10 of their travel hacks for air travel with a school group.

1. Where to meet

Some schools, (particularly those with a longer distance to travel to the airport) will choose convene at the school itself and travel to the airport together. If you decide instead to meet at the airport, set a meeting time which leaves ample time to get the whole group checked-in and accommodate for any late arrivals.

Unsure of where to meet? Find out the check in area that your airline uses. These are normally labelled with large letters or numbers which makes them excellent muster points.

You will also need a meeting point in departures before boarding the flight. Choose a recognisable shopfront or marker and tell students that regardless of gate changes, delays or information they see on departure boards to meet at that point with plenty of time to walk to the gate.

2. Set your expectations in writing with a behaviour contract.

It is understandable that some students get over excited or over confident on an exciting excursion away from their parents. One way our teachers have encouraged good behaviour is to write a contract for both students and their parents to sign, agreeing to their expected levels of behaviour on the trip.

Having a copy of this contract with you on the trip can give you a chance to warn students of the promise they have made at the first sign of disruption. It prepares the parents of the expectations on them in the unlikely event their child breaks their agreement and are sent home and their parents have to collect them from the airport. Every group is different, what expectations do you have for your students?

3. Identification

Personalised hoodies, t-shirts or wristbands are a great way to keep track of your group and also to ensure that if for any reason a member of the group is separated, they have the school name and spelling to show an adult who can help them reconvene with the group. Try something as simple as a small printed business card including the group leader’s name and telephone number for the students to keep in the back of their phone case or in their wallet.

4. Ultimate packing list

Explain to your group what items they are allowed to pack into their hand luggage and what items they should place into their hold luggage. If you are a frequent flyer this information might seem obvious but first-time flyers could be caught out.

Consider the age of your students and how much packing and repacking they are likely to do on their trip. If appropriate why not tell each student to print their packing list and tape it to the inside of their case. At the end of their trip they can then check off items as they are repacked so they don’t leave anything behind. Younger children particularly benefit from this method.

5. Count to 10

Designate around 10 students to each teacher in your group. This teacher will be responsible for making sure these students are present and ready at each stage of the journey. Smaller groups are easier to get through security, board the plane and easier to count.

6. Efficient Security Checks

Explain the security procedure to your group before they approach the security entrance being sure to mention which items to take off before walking through the metal detectors or full body scanning machines.

Younger students can become overwhelmed if they are searched or if their bag is more closely examined, especially if they are nervous about the trip in general. Make them aware beforehand that this is a possibility and what will happen if their belongings or person does need to be searched.

In your groups of 10 students or fewer, make sure the teacher goes last so no student gets left behind.

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7. Who should have passport control

Your decision of who should hold on to passports should depend on the age of your students and the level of responsibility they are used to. Generally speaking, we would recommend teachers hold on to all passports to minimise the risk however if you want to entrust the students with this responsibility ensure all of your students store their passport in a secure but easily accessible location. If it is stuck at the bottom of their rucksack they may cause delays through passport control.

Losing a passport can have consequences which dramatically disrupt your trip but if this does happen, call our emergency number and we will arrange an embassy appointment.

8. Navigate the airport

Point out some key locations in the departure lounge, for example the toilets and places to buy water and snacks. Have some spare cash for delays. Hours of delays can be a lot easier if everyone is fed and watered. Keep students informed of the likely delays so they can manage their own expectations of time.

9. In-flight food, drink and entertainment

Check on your itinerary to see if food will be provided on the flight and advise students if they need to buy a snack or drink in departures before boarding. It is a good idea to also check on your itinerary for when you will be having your next meal after arriving so you can prepare students if they will be going a while between meals.

The ultra-prepared teacher could bring paper activities to entertain students but in reality most students will being an electronic device to entertain them on board.

If you are travelling on a long-haul flight, you should receive a meal to sustain you but fussy eaters might be better to bring extra snacks just in case.

Small packets of sweets can really help students with the cabin pressure during take off and landing, plus it could distract nervous flyers.

10. Let the Cabin Crew take over

Remind students that once on board the cabin crew are in charge, not you. For security reasons all students should be sat in their assigned seat, this is a simple way to avoid some friendship dramas early on in the trip.

Do you have any nervous flyers in your group (that includes teachers)? Check in with them after any times of turbulence. Other than keeping an eye on your group, once on board you should be able to relax and enjoy your flight, trust that the cabin crew will alert you if the students need your help.

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Self-Guided Tour Program   – We provide the information, you set the pace. Perfect for guests with younger children or those who want to take a more leisurely look at the Airport’s points of interest.

Aviation History & Career Presentations   – Want to learn more about aviation history or careers in the aviation industry, but can’t come to the airport? Let us come to you with a classroom presentation tailored to your student group.

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Airfield Tour Program  – Take a ride on our passenger mini-bus and learn all there is to know about the daily operations on the airfield. 

Guided Tour Program – This walking tour of the Main Terminal follows the path of arriving and departing passengers while showcasing the airport’s history, design, and unique features.

Public Art Tours – Along with a vast public artwork collection that spans more than 40 years, TPA recently implemented a $2 million Public Art Program to enhance our terminals as well as our new Rental Car Center and SkyCenter station. We invite you to learn more about the artists and their vision for these original works designed to inspire our travelers and guests.

Sustainability Tours – Recycling, electric charging stations and other green and wellness initiatives have been part of a growing sustainability program at TPA. Come check out our efforts to preserve and protect our people, planet and prosperity for generations to come.

All tours require a minimum of 5 participants. Tour programs may have age and chaperone requirements and limits on the number of participants. For the safety of our guests, we must adhere to these requirements. Please review the individual tour details carefully before booking.

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• Maximum of 22 participants allowed.
• All tours are approximately one hour.
• Considering our Tour Program is complimentary, all participants parking in our garages, with the exception of commercial vehicles, are subject to accrued parking expenses. Unfortunately, parking validations are not available for tour participants.

Class Trip to an Airport

This week we spoke to the team at the Education Centre at Manchester Airport to find out what they can offer school groups across a range of different key stages. We asked about the curriculum linked subjects and topics they can cater for, and how children get the opportunity to climb aboard a real aircraft, learn about the job roles, and about the various airport functions.

Hi Annette I would like to begin by asking you to give an overview of your company and your company ethos?

"Established in 2005, the Education Centre at Runway Visitor Park, which is a part of Manchester Airport, continues to educate and inspire. We are located right at the end of the busy runways Runway Visitor Park and we have breath-taking views across both runways. It is a very exciting environment for children of all ages, to enjoy & learn in! On average, 14,500 pupils take part in our Educational Tours each year.

What type of curriculum subjects can be covered with a trip to Runway Visitor Centre and what are some of the most popular?

"We have linked our tours to areas of the National Curriculum actively, encouraging and involving children in their learning. Our tours easily link to Literacy, Mathematics, Science, Design Technology and History. We have some great resources on our website including lesson plans and worksheets to use following your tour with us!

It seems to be a very interactive and engaging trip, what sort of activities are available?

"The interactive nature of our tours is what truly brings them to life. Visitors taking part have the opportunity to board real aircraft, whilst learning about the different job roles that help ensure the airport runs smoothly. Many of our Tour Guides are ex airline industry professionals, which helps to bring our tours to life and give realistic interpretations of life at the airport. From exploring what we might need to take with us on holiday, by packing a suitcase with our Early Years Groups, right the way through to touring the terminal building with our KS4 groups, we have amazing activities for everyone, to cover all aspects of Airport life from who the people are that help us at the airport, right the way through to the developments in the IT systems that are used! We really do have it all. The most popular activity for all of our groups has to be hopping into the pilot's seat and of course watching the awesome A380 land into Manchester.

What does a typical day at Runway Visitor Centre look like, and what are some of the most popular aspects with School groups?

"Our school tours start at 10:30, but our team is here way before then, ensuring that we have everything ready for the schools arrival. We can accommodate up to 120 children per day on our tours, so you can imagine that a lot of planning and running to strict timings is a must, to ensure that our groups get the best experience possible from their time with us! Some of our groups will be enjoying some role play activities in the cabin of our retired DC10, whilst others will be learning about some of the different buttons & switches help us to fly the aeroplanes in the Flight Deck, other groups may be exploring some of the other aircraft we have at the Park, whilst others may be "plane spotting" up on our viewing mound, so there is always lots to learn and lots of activity taking place! Our tours finish at 14:30, when our Tour Guides come for a well-deserved cup of tea before starting to look at what we have happening for the rest of the week! Visiting Concorde is always a highlight for our school groups, this activity is not included in the tours, but, if the Hangar is free we will always try to sneak in to have a little look at this Iconic aircraft.

What Key Stage groups can you cater for at Runway Visitor Centre?

"We cater for all ages! We run tours for Early Years groups right the way through to University Groups, we have even run tours for U3A & WI Groups who are looking for something a little bit different to do!

Can activities be tailored to suit the particular learning objectives of groups?

"We have our standard tours, however, if a school group have specific requirements or learning objectives we can work with these groups to tailor our tour to meet their needs. To arrange this we need plenty of advanced notice so that our team can be as creative as possible with their ideas, and have them approved by the group leader.

Can you cater for SEN Schools at Runway Visitor centre?

"Of course! We actively encourage all groups to come visit us, we really can cater for all!

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Getting Groups Through the Airport

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Several members of our team are former teachers and so have plenty of experience of guiding their own groups through the airport on school trips. Here are their top tips.

With a bit of forward planning, getting your group through the airport doesn't need to be stressful.

Here are our school travel experts' top tips on making the experience as easy and hassle-free as possible:

Have a chat about behaviour beforehand

It’s a really good idea to have a chat with your students with regards to your expectations of their behaviour while going through the airport.

Customs and security personnel are unlikely to find the same things funny as a group of teenagers and things could get pretty awkward, especially in countries like the USA.

Make copies

It's a really good idea to take a copy of everyone's boarding pass, in case anyone loses it.

You might also want to consider taking copies of everyone's passport too.

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Washington, D.C. & New York City School Trip 6 days, 5 nights

Washington DC & New York City

The Heart of the American Experience

Trip Length: 6 days, 5 nights

From the monuments and documents that represent the ideals of the Founding Fathers to the brightly lit Times Square, visiting the sights of Washington, D.C. and New York City will put you and your students at the heart of the American experience.

Trip Highlights

• Capitol Hill
• Smithsonian Institute Museums
• Arlington National Cemetery
• Times Square
• Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty
• New York’s Cultural Boroughs
• Broadway, and much more...

Our Itinerary

Below is a sample itinerary that may be customized to meet the needs of your group.

Day 1: The White House & Memorials

• Morning flight from your departure airport to a Washington, D.C. area airport.
• Afternoon arrival. Meet your NationsClassroom Tour Guide. Board your tour coach bus and your tour begins.
• Arlington National Cemetery Statesmen and soldiers of the United States Armed Services are buried here. Witness the Changing of the Guard at The Tomb of the Unknowns and pay your respects at Kennedy’s eternal flame. The Memorial Amphitheater, Arlington House, and Challenger Space Shuttle Memorial also will be visited on your guided tour of the grounds.
• Iwo Jima Memorial U. S. Marine Corps Memorial – Also referred to as the Iwo Jima Memorial, the Memorial is located just outside Arlington National Cemetery and it is dedicated to the U.S. Marines who have lost their lives in defense of our country since 1775.
• White House The“People’s House” is a great place for selfies and group photos.
• Lincoln Memorial Be humbled by Lincoln’s grandeur and reminded of the relevance of his words today. This memorial has long been a tribute to the 16th President’s efforts to keep the country united as well as a symbol for the fight for equality in America.
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial Listed in chronological order are the names of the more than 58,000 Americans who gave their lives in service to their country during the Vietnam War.
• Korean Memorial Walk over to appreciate the symbolism of the memorial that commemorates the sacrifices of the 5.8 million Americans who served in the U.S. armed services during the three-year period of the Korean War.
• Overnight at your Washington D.C. area hotel.

Day 2: Museums & Memorials

• Ford’s Theatre and the Petersen House This restored theatre commemorates Lincoln’s life in the place of his assassination. A lower-level museum chronicles the events of the Civil War and Lincoln’s presidency. Cross the street to tour the Peterson House where Lincoln drew his last breath. Tickets are required for entry to both attractions.
• American History Museum Artifacts that we hold dear proudly tell the story of what it means to be an American.
• Natural History Museum Exhibits showcase unrivaled scientific collections such as fossils, moon rocks, and crown jewels, including the mysterious Hope Diamond.
• Air and Space Museum This is the world’s largest collection of aviation and space artifacts where you can trace the importance of scientific discovery in air and space.
• National Museum of African American History and Culture Tickets are required for one of the newest museums in the Smithsonian complex that “seeks to understand American history through the lens of the African experience.”
• National Portrait Gallery This prestigious art museum tells the American story through portraits of leaders and prominent personalities who shaped our culture.
• Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial The Stone of Hope sculpture and four-acre park space is a place to pay respect and contemplate the meaning of the Civil Rights movement.
• Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial This expansive memorial is a tribute to the 12 years of American history during the time of FDR’s presidency. A sequence of four outdoor rooms, representing each of his terms in office, teach about the life and times of this influential era.
• Jefferson Memorial This memorial features the iconic words of a revered president that remind us “a nation cannot be ignorant and free.

Day 3: Mount Vernon & Evening Activity

• Mount Vernon Homestead of America’s first President and his final resting place, Mount Vernon is George and Martha Washington’s Potomac riverfront plantation. Explore the grounds that include a guided home tour, an active pioneer farm site, slave quarters, and Washington’s Tomb. The Education Center includes exhibits and artifacts about the Washington family and life during colonial times.
• Group photo in front of the U.S. Capitol
• Capitol Hill Go to the U.S. Capitol Visitors Center and Gallery to begin a tour by appointment of the home of the legislative branch. Walk across to First Street to tour The Library of Congress and the Supreme Court of the United States.
• Potomac River Student Dinner Dance Cruise
• Dinner and Theater Performance
• Major League Baseball Game
• Show at the Kennedy Center
• Ghost Tour in Historic Old Town Alexandria
• Professional Basketball Game
• Medieval Times
• Overnight at your Washington D.C. area hotel

Day 4: New York City

• Travel to New York City
• Metropolitan Museum Referred to as The Met, this respected institution “collects, studies, conserves, and presents significant works of art across all times and cultures in order to connect people to creativity, knowledge, and ideas.”
• Top of the Rock Observatory Ascend more than 850 feet up to the three-tiered observation platform at 30 Rockefeller Center for an unforgettable experience that includes a panoramic 360-degree, unobstructed view. OR,
• Empire State Building Observatory Your visit begins in an elegant art deco lobby with murals adorning the stone walls. Visit the observation deck on the 86th floor for a bird’s-eye view of the city.
• Overnight in your New York City area hotel.

Day 5: Statue of Liberty, Times Square & Broadway

• Statue Cruise Take a harbor cruise with stops at the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
• Statue of Liberty National Monument on Liberty Island Climb the stairs to a balcony located at the top of the statue’s pedestal and visit the museum’s Statue of Liberty exhibit that traces the history and symbolism of the Statue through museum objects, photographs, prints, videos, and oral histories. Also on display are full-scale replicas of the Statue’s face and foot, which provide a sense of scale and influence.
• Ellis Island More than 100 million Americans can trace their ancestry to immigrants who passed through Ellis Island. This historic station is home to interactive exhibits that personalize the immigrant experience.
• National September 11 Memorial Plaza The Memorial is a “tribute to the past and a place of hope for the future.”
• Financial District At the heart of American government and capitalism, this district is home to historic sites, new buildings, and important memorials, including Federal Hall, the Wall Street Bull, the U.S. Customs House, and the 9/11 Memorial.
• Tour New York’s Boroughs Enjoy the unique ethnic and cultural areas of NYC, including Chinatown, Little Italy, Soho, and Greenwich. The distinctive architecture, history, and shops in each part of the City are like new worlds to explore. Take a trip across the beloved Brooklyn Bridge before wrapping up your tour.
• Times Square Be energized by the lights, sounds, and people who make this part of New York so iconic.
• Broadway Offering more than 40 professional theaters, you can choose a show that best fits your needs for an unforgettable night out.

Day 6: 5th Avenue & Central Park

• Midtown Take in the sights on a walking tour of the largest commercial, entertainment, and media center in the U.S. that includes Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, NBC Studios, and the Chrysler Building.
• 5th Avenue Historic landmarks and stylish retailers such as Tiffany & Co. await your group in one of America’s most expensive shopping districts.
• Central Park Stroll through the oldest landscaped park in the U.S. and the iconic shooting location of more than 300 movies.
• Afternoon departure to your home airport.

What's Included

Accident and illness protection for all travelers

Transportation

Either in the air or on the ground, your transportation will be convenient and comfortable.

Hotels are student friendly with only interior corridors in safe areas that maximize your touring time.

We provide three meals per day including a full student buffet at your hotel each morning.

Attractions

All admission fees to attractions are included.

Your Tour Guide will be an expert on your destination, but most importantly they connect with your students.

Coordinators

Your tour coordinator will secure tickets, inspect hotel rooms, and stay with your group overnight at your hotel.

Sleep worry free. Professional security will be on duty each evening.

Generous tips are provided for your bus driver, tour guide and hotel staff.

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8 Airport Tours for Kids in Southern California

One of my favorite aspects of planning field trips is finding unique places to visit in Southern California.  Taking a field trip to your local airport is one of them!

Spending time at your local airport is an educational and fun way to watch what happens at the airport. This works best at airports that are not extremely busy, although that depends on the age and temperament of your children.

What You Learn On An Airport Tour

Most airports prefer to offer tours in the morning, but not all.   Take the airport shuttle, train, or other public transport and save yourself the hassle of driving and parking.  This is as much a part of the learning experience as the visit itself.  Depending on your children’s interests and where you are observing from, there are a variety of things you will see.

• Planes taking off and landing
• Aircraft maintenance
• Bags going across the tarmac and onto a plane and/or being unloaded
• Plane food being loaded
• Aviation security people driving and walking around the plane areas
• Planes being towed backwards to take them to the runways or hangars

8 Airport Tours in Southern California

There are 8 airport tours for kids in Southern California.  

Fullerton Airport Tour , Fullerton

The Fullerton Airport is the only general aviation airport in Orange County.   It is located three miles from Knott’s Berry Farm and six miles from Disneyland.  The airport is completely self-supporting and operates on an open air field.

I led a field trip to the Fullerton Airport back in 2014 and it was by far, the best airport tour we have ever been on.  The volunteers were kind and very knowledgable about their craft.  We even got to meet a CHP helicopter pilot at The California Highway Patrol Metro Squadron hanger!

The Fullerton Airport offers FREE  tours for public schools located within the Fullerton Unified School District.  Tours for all other groups is $4 per person.  To book your own tour, please call (714) 738-6323.

Van Nuys Airport , Van Nuys

The Van Nuys Airport offers a  FREE award-winning educational and tour program.  The tour gives visitors a close-up look at a wide variety of aircraft and a glimpse into the many activities of aviation companies and operations at VNY.  Visitors also learn about VNY’s contributions in providing vital community services and its rich and colorful history – such as its use over the years as a frequent backdrop for Hollywood films and television shows.

For the youngest visitors, a special feature of the tours involves a visit to “Vinny,” the airport’s colorful mascot and Southern California’s first kid-friendly educational airplane.  Designed to be airborne, Vinny is accessible as a hands-on experience for children.

Tours run about 90 minutes and are offered to children (first grade and up) and adults on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and select Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.  For reservations, call (818) 442-6526.

Western Museum of Flight @ The Torrance Airport , Torrance

The Western Museum of Flight is a non-profit, educational institution dedicated to preserving and displaying aircraft history and artifacts of Southern California’s aviation heritage.  The Air Museum’s educational programs give children an opportunity to see and touch the airplanes that made aviation history and take an inside look at completed and in-progress aircraft restoration projects.  The Western Museum of Flight’s collection includes numerous Warbirds, aircraft and target drones, piston and jet aircraft engines, aircraft components, aircraft ejection seats, World War II instruments, aircrew accessories, and an extensive model aircraft collection.

When we visited, not only did we get to see a variety of airplanes, but we got to sit in them too!  This was the highlight of our visit.

The Western Museum of Flight is technically not an airport, but if you go on just the right day, their volunteers might take you out to look at the airplanes on Torrance Airport’s air strip.

Admission is $5.00 per person (12 and up).  Child 11 and younger are FREE.

Long Beach Airport , Long Beach

Long Beach Airport offers guests a behind the scenes glimpse of aviation operations, aviation history, classic architecture and mosaic artwork.  The tour is available FREE to groups ages eight and up with advanced reservations.

A unique feature includes the facility’s art and architecture.  Long Beach Airport possesses one of the few historic terminal buildings in the U.S. that remains in operation.

Airport tours, which can vary depending on the status of daily operations, include the terminal, fire and rescue, and a walk through the historic exhibit which pays tribute to many of Long Beach’s aviation legends.   For reservations, contact Public Affairs at 562-570-2678.

John Wayne Airport , Santa Ana

Guided tours of the Thomas F. Riley Terminal are offered, FREE of charge, as a part of the John Wayne Airport Public Affairs Program.

Tours begin at the John Wayne statue on the Arrival Lower Level.  Groups view and receive explanations of how planes fly, the Wright Brothers flight, terminal architecture, historical photo displays, rental car areas, baggage carousels, airline ticket counter areas, security checkpoints, flight display monitors, paging, and skycap activity.  The last stop on the tour is an area where the participants can view the airfield and planes taking off and landing.

Tours are scheduled in advance at non-peak traffic hours, usually between 10:30 a.m. or 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.  Saturday tours can also be arranged.   The tour lasts between 1 to 1-1/2 hours.   A “Fun Guide,” with educational pages and games, is available free of charge to youngsters.

Children must be at least five years old and/or in first grade and accompanied by an appropriate number of adult chaperones.  High School and college tours may be arranged with aviation career speakers provided.

The Flight Path Museum @ The Los Angeles International Airport , Los Angeles

Los Angeles World Airports’ Community Relations Division offers FREE tours every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00 am for 2nd grade students and above at the Flight Path Learning Center Museum.  Students have the opportunity to tour the museum which features a panoramic mural saluting the 100th anniversary of flight and includes authentic historic photographs from Southern California’s formative years of aviation through the 21st Century.

Other exhibits include models, photographs, uniforms and other artifacts highlighting the role of airlines, aircraft manufacturers, and aerospace companies that influenced the history of Southern California.

Tours also include a live broadcast of air traffic controllers from the FAA tower.  And depending on availability, special presentations are made by LAX’s K-9 Bomb Detection Unit and Fire Department.  Our group REALLY enjoyed the K-9 dog presentation!  For more information, call (424) 646-7284.

Check out this awesome LAX Kid’s website  too!

San Diego International Airport , San Diego

The San Diego International Airport Authority offers a  FREE tour called Terminals To Tarmac.  The tour is of the airport and airfield, including up-close looks at the runway, endangered species areas and public art.  Tours are two hours long and are offered every other week on Thursday at 1 p.m. and Friday at 10 a.m.

Santa Barbara Airport , Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Airport tours are FREE and are booked on a first come, first serve basis.  Tours are available Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm.  Tours designed to be age appropriate.  The Visitors Center also features hands-on aviation exhibits for kids of all ages.  To book a tour call (805) 964-7622.

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FIELD TRIPS

Inspire your students, programs for all ages, classroom & auditorium programs, spoc planetarium programs, teks aligned, financial aid available, stem aerospace, field trip pricing.

At least 10 tickets must be purchased to get the field trip rate.

GENERAL ADMISSION

1 free adult for every 10 students, additional adults, additional programs.

These programs require a minimum of 15 students.

Classroom or Auditorium Program

Additional per student, spoc planetarium program, classroom & the spoc program, financial aid.

To inquire about funds to help offset the cost of your field trip, outreach, or virtual program, contact our Education Department or fill out our Field Trip Request Form.

To request a date, fill out our Field Trip Request Form.

For a list of program standards click here

Learning to Fly

Introduce young learners to various careers, people and facilities that help support the daily operations of an airport. Students will then practice piloting around the Museum on an educator-led tour. Educator-led tour is only available onsite.

Down to Earth

Young scientists will explore the daily weather patterns and seasons of our home planet through interactive experiments, observations, and demonstrations.

Weather, It Matters!

2nd – 6th

Energize your classroom with hands-on activities comparing the intense weather present on the diverse planets of our solar system with our weather patterns on Earth.

Aerodynamics 101/201

3rd-6th/7th-12th

Students apply the physics of aerodynamics and learn about the four forces of flight through this interactive program. They will then use their newly-gained knowledge to build and test different paper aircraft. Aerodynamics 201 includes a group challenge.

Lunar Crash Course

3rd – 6th

Teams of students apply problem solving and critical thinking skills to survive a crash landing on the Moon. Students also explore the Earth-Moon system and compare the physical characteristics of the two.

The Fight to Flight

5th –  12th

In this exciting auditorium program, students will compete in challenges demonstrating four firsts in aerospace history: the Wright Brothers, Sputnik I, Vostok I, and Apollo 11, while learning about unique achievements.

Emergency Mars Mission

7th –  12th

Students form NASA mission control teams to plan a colonizing operation to Mars. Tasks include selecting launch dates, rocket type, and crew members. Their mission is then tested against rigorous scenarios to determine the rate of success and survival.

My Moon, My Sky

PK – 2nd

Stargazers learn about the different types of stars (including our Sun), Earth, and Moon by comparing size, color, and position. Zooming in on the Moon, we complete a lunar month identifying the Moon’s phases and surface composition.

Sun, Earth, Moon System

Daily and seasonal patterns and changes in our sky are explained as students observe the Sun, Earth, and Moon system from different perspectives. Comparing the characteristics of each body helps students better understand the states of matter, effects of having an atmosphere, and the pull of gravity!

Our Place in Space

3rd – 8th

Students are guided on an adventure through our solar system visiting each planet to compare their physical properties, location, movements, and natural satellites. Learning our solar system’s characteristics helps students understand how humans explored beyond Earth.

Solar System and Beyond

7th – 12th

Beginning at our home planet, students will explore the various objects that make up our solar system and go beyond. Discovering our location inside the Milky Way, students will also learn about current and future missions to study new worlds.

Frequently asked questions

How do i know what programs are available on specific dates.

Check by submitting a request form. You will receive an email reply notifying you whether or not your dates for the program requested are available. If your date(s) are approved, you will need to reply to this e-mail confirming the date(s) so that we may send you a confirmation/invoice letter for your desired program.

Do you have a space to eat lunches? Is there a place to purchase lunches onsite?

Currently, our indoor eating spaces are open but restricted to individuals or small groups. We recommend eating lunch outdoors or offsite to help with public safety. We only sell snack items in our gift shop, but there are plenty of places to order from nearby and have lunches for your group delivered.

How long are education programs?

Programs are normally 45 minutes long (30 minutes for our early childhood programs). When your program date is confirmed, you will receive additional information about your schedule a week prior to your scheduled date.

When is payment due?

Payment is due the day of the scheduled field trip. We cannot provide refunds so please make sure you have accurate numbers on your invoice whenever you make payment.

Is financial aid available?

Yes, we currently have a grant for our planetarium programs for Title I Schools. After filling out a Field Trip Request Form, please contact our Education Department for information regarding this.

What happens if we're late?

If you’re scheduled for a guided tour and/or program, you should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your first program. When unexpected traffic delays your arrival, please contact the Education Department or call the front desk (214.350.1651) if possible. We will do our best to accommodate your group, but we are unable to guarantee an adjusted schedule.

What's the maximum number of students per program?

For our SPOC planetarium, we can fit a maximum of 30 students and 1 adult at a time. We also schedule a maximum of 40 students for our classroom programs, with some slight exceptions. If scheduling an auditorium program, we can serve up to 200 students at a time.

How many hours should we schedule for a field trip?

That depends on what your group is doing! If your group is only planning on a self-guided tour, we recommend about an hour. If your group is going to do a guided tour and/or an education program, we schedule each activity for 45 minutes at a time. If you choose to do one education program,  you would schedule two to three hours (dependent on your group’s size) along with additional time for lunches. Majority of booked groups will plan to stay from 10am-1pm (3 hours) if they are doing a program.

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For groups of up to twenty five students, Newark International Airport offers free Educational Tours highlighting the history of the airport, typical terminal operations, and specialized emergency equipment. Tours are designed for students in grades 3 through 12 and are operated year-round for School and Camp Groups. 

There is much to learn at an airport, and a tour can be well incorporated into many history, social studies, and science curricula. Students get an insider's view on what it takes to operate a modern airport, and how an airport prepares for emergencies of all types, with personnel and equipment ready to respond with just seconds' notice. 

Teachers and group leaders will be hard pressed to find a student who will not devote his full attention to what is being taught.

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Traveling With The Kids? These Are America’s Most Family-Friendly Airports

Posted: May 10, 2024 | Last updated: May 10, 2024

Come fly with me

Flying with children is a challenge, but keeping them happy while sitting in the airport is an entirely different obstacle. Carrying luggage, nappy bags, toys, and wiggly little ones from security to the departure gate is a feat in itself. Thankfully, there are airports across the United States determined to make your life easier, with facilities ranging from play areas to sensory spaces.

Keep these kid-friendly airports in mind for your next family trip.

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, California

If your flight is departing from Terminal B at Mineta San Jose International Airport, then your kids already have a first class ticket to the Zoom Zone. Adjacent to a dedicated nursing room, this 600-square-foot (56sqm) space is an educational and interactive play area designed by the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose. Younger children can climb and slide on a bird, pretend to fly a biplane, learn about gears and play with a pin screen.

Bangor International Airport, Maine

When you’re exhausted from hiking Acadia National Park but the kids still have plenty of energy, Bangor’s small airport has a big surprise at the departure gate. The small children’s play center is within steps of the nappy changing stations in the bathroom. Before you fly, you can sign the kids up for the Monty Moose Travel Club online and print out airport-themed activity pages.

Dulles International Airport, Washington, D.C.

Before you hit the runway, let your kids cruise along the FunWay in the nation’s capital. NASA brought its talents to Concourse B to create an aviation-inspired kids' play area. Adults can charge up their phones while little ones get their energy out on the 'Tommy Tower' slide and climb the 'Hyperwing'. Bigger kids can play interactive games like free aviation-inspired crossword puzzles and word searches.

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, Minnesota

Even in the dead of winter, MSP Airport is one of the most welcoming for families. There are two play areas – one in Terminal 1 and one in Terminal 2. Snoopy statues in both terminals provide excellent photo ops. Traveling with slightly bigger kids who need more room to roam? Remember that the Light Rail connects the terminals to the all-age-appropriate Mall of America.

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, New Hampshire

New Hampshire’s small but mighty Manchester Airport comes in handy for parents with toddlers. Before passing through security, head to the observation area and let the little ones watch the planes fly. Then, taxi your way over to Gates 1-4 where you’ll find a small play area with an interactive game screen and climbing features.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, Texas

Travel can be a wondrous experience for children, and Austin’s international Airport is giving children a ticket to a magical destination. Discover the new Gate Infinity, between Gates 12 and 14, where the 'Imaginary Departures' art installation sits. An interactive screen asks children a few lighthearted questions, then prints them a boarding pass to a fictional destination. Narnia, Emerald City and Hogwarts are some of the legendary literary places listed.

Philadelphia International Airport, Pennsylvania

The City of Brotherly Love has a lot of fun in store, starting in the cyber airspace. Philadelphia International Airport's website has loads of games and activities for kids. Print these pages out and bring them to the airport’s Virtual Library Hot Spot where books, podcasts and other digital content is downloadable. Book-themed wall art and colorful lounge chairs create a perfect landing spot for the whole family.

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Washington

Seattle is an epicenter for aviation so it should come as no surprise that Sea-Tac has an aviation-themed play area for children. Steps from Gate A1, this playspace is stocked with disinfecting wipes and hand sanitizer so even the young ones can crawl on their hands and knees without grabbing too many germs. With a nursing room and family bathroom beside the area, it’s a safe and hygienic way to wait.

Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, Arizona

Along with nursing stations, Phoenix’s Sky Harbor caters to adults and children with diverse needs via its Compassion Corner. The Sensory Room is a quiet, calm space filled with puzzles, coloring books, as well as the privacy adults and kids who are traveling with intellectual or developmental disabilities need. Take your child here for a few hours while the rest of the family explores the art exhibits throughout the airport.

Tampa International Airport, Florida

With Tampa International Airport's recent awards including Number 1 Large Airport in North America and America’s Best Restroom, most travelers should expect a pleasant time passing through here – including families with kids. They boast oodles of artwork collected over the last fifty years and Airside C has a six-foot (1.8m) aquarium at RumFish Grill. Imagine what other cool and creative exhibits you’ll find when signing up for the free airport scavenger hunt.

Miami International Airport, Florida

Another Sunshine State airport, Miami International has plenty of 'Plane Fun' for kids. This fun area features six unique activities including a mini control tower where aspiring aviation geeks can pretend to be air traffic controllers, as well as a toddler-friendly space. Mums and dads take note: a nursing room, yoga room and spa aren’t far from this Concourse E hangout.

Harry Reid International Airport, Nevada

Parents will certainly feel lucky when they fly into this Las Vegas airport, even if they don’t drop a coin in the slots. Right in the center of the D Gates is an unsupervised children’s play area. Surrounded by restaurants – and the Sugar Factory candy store if the little ones need a mid-flight snack – the play area features an interactive mock jet engine and miniature control tower.

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Michigan

Multiple unique play areas aren’t the only family-friendly facilities that’ll get you speeding to Motor City’s terminals. Detroit’s airport has two more surprises in store for parents and kids. The DTW Dogs Pet Therapy Program has furry friends ready to wag your worries away. Sleep-deprived parents are free to curl up with the kids in the private Minute Suites, which also include refreshing showers.

Nashville International Airport, Tennessee

Nashville International Airport provides parents with one last opportunity to get their fill of music and alcoholic beverages while the kids entertain themselves. With children’s play areas in each of the three terminals, there’s never a bad gate to depart from. Keep the A/B rotunda and C/D Concourse exit areas in mind as well; they’re the location of live music performances.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport, North Carolina

Your kids will consider themselves winners with a layover at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which in 2022 opened a Gameway – a premium video game lounge designed specifically for airports. A Playstation 4, an Xbox S and a Razer Tomahawk PC gaming system will catch your teen’s gaze while you keep an eye on them from the terminal's Sycamore Brewing bar.

Portland International Airport, Oregon

Construction on the main terminal might last for the next few years, but that won’t stop Portland’s creative community from filling the airport with culture. Ever-changing exhibits abound throughout the terminal and live music is commonplace. Take the kids to the Hollywood Theater in Concourse C to view free family-friendly short films by local filmmakers.

O’Hare International Airport, Illinois

When your flight has blown into the Windy City, take a few minutes to unwind at the Family Lounge. Located at Terminal 2 of Chicago’s largest airport, you’ll find a play area for children, outlets for charging your devices and dedicated buggy parking. Live entertainment lands here throughout the year too, especially during the holidays when you might spot musicians and caricature artists.

Los Angeles International Airport, California

Plan a few hours at the 'beach' without having to lather the kiddos up with sunscreen at LA’s airport. Spend time playing in the shade at LAX Beach, a nearly 1,000-square-foot (93sqm) play space designed for little ones aged two to 11, complete with a block puzzle. Nursing rooms and pet relief areas are also in this terminal.

Baltimore/Washington International Airport, Maryland

A family trip to Baltimore starts and ends with a family-friendly landing at BWI Airport. Two children’s play spaces will keep the kids happy no matter how long your layover is. One newer fun space rests in the D/E Connector, though you’ll appreciate the play area in the Observation Gallery with your smaller children. Sway together gently in a rocking chair as you watch the planes take off and land.

San Francisco International Airport, California

This Bay Area airport is great for families no matter how old your babies are. Make your first stop the information desk, where you can pick up a coloring book, then explore the SFO Museum and Aviation Museum exhibits. Kids’ Spot play areas sit in each of the three terminals, each with carpeted areas for crawlers and interactive activities for the older tots, such as weather exhibits from the Exploratorium of San Francisco.

St. Louis Lambert International Airport, Missouri

Whether you’re meeting family in St. Louis or exploring the city for the first time, your tots will be tempted to spend all of their time at the St. Louis International Play Port. Designed with help from The Magic House St. Louis Children’s Museum, this space is both interactive and educational. With a transportation theme, kids can play on the mini air traffic control tower, planes and mini MetroLink light rail.

John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York

JFK Airport is big and busy, but parents shouldn’t feel overwhelmed. In Terminal 5 alone, there are plenty of things for the whole family to do. The JetBlue Junior Play Space offers interactive, flight-themed fun while your little swashbuckler can also visit Amazon’s Tumble Leaf Playground for pirate-themed play at Gate 12. Lactation pods, nap pods, pet relief areas, a spa and an outdoor rooftop area are also in this terminal.

Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, Montana

After an incredible family vacation to Yellowstone National Park, foster your child’s new love of nature while waiting for your flight at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport. Along with local artwork adorning the public spaces, you’ll find interesting exhibits and sculptures throughout the terminal. Plus, there's a Mother's Room for privately feeding infants.

Mitchell International Airport, Wisconsin

Milwaukee’s airport has family-friendly spaces designed especially with mums in mind. They’ve installed Mamava lactation suites throughout the main terminal and Concourse C, complete with charging stations. Family bathrooms nearby also have changing tables and child-sized toilets available. There are also two aviation-themed children’s play areas, each with fun activities, climb-on structures and full views of the planes taking off and landing for your little aviators.

Pittsburgh International Airport, Pennsylvania

It’s a beautiful day in the terminal when your family lands at Steel City’s airport. The new Kidsport at Pittsburgh International Airport was redesigned with local heroes in mind, namely Mister Rogers' Neighborhood creator Mister Rogers and children's favorite Daniel Tiger. Kidsport also features interactive exhibits from the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh. For children with diverse needs, the peaceful sensory room Presley’s Place is another welcoming space where families of all ages can relax.

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