Links Multi Academy Trust

Trips and Enrichment

Enriching Horizons: Links Academy Trips & Enrichment

At Links Academy, we believe that education extends far beyond the classroom walls. Our diverse range of trips is designed to enrich learning, provide hands-on experiences, and inspire our students to reach new heights. Whether it’s exploring historical landmarks, engaging in work experience, or simply enjoying a well-earned reward, our trips form an essential part of the journey at Links Academy.

Learning Beyond the Classroom

Trips at Links Academy bring the curriculum to life, offering unique opportunities for students to deepen their understanding of the world. From exploring the wartime genius of Bletchley Park to gaining creative inspiration at the Henry Moore Exhibition, our trips are carefully chosen to spark curiosity and foster a lifelong love of learning. Outdoor learning experiences like forest schools and Duke of Edinburgh expeditions teach resilience, teamwork, and problem-solving in real-world settings.

Building Skills for the Future

Links Academy students visit Leavesden Studio site

Oaklands zoo group visit from Links Academy

Leavesden Studios Site visit with Links Academy

Practical experiences are at the heart of our trips program. Hospitality days at Oaklands College and West Herts College give students firsthand insight into the world of work, while visits to the Skills Build Competition in Milton Keynes showcase vocational opportunities and inspire ambition. These activities align with our commitment to preparing students for successful futures, whether they choose further education, apprenticeships, or employment.

Rewarding and Re-engaging

At Links Academy, we know the importance of recognizing hard work and providing moments of joy. Exciting trips to destinations like Thorpe Park, Go Ape, and Orbital Trampoline Park serve as rewards for dedication and achievement, creating memories that will last a lifetime. For students who need a fresh start, these outings also act as powerful tools for re-engagement, showing them the possibilities that await when they take positive steps forward.

Group of students from Links Academy having fun at the water park

Orbital Jump park with students from Links Academy

A World of Opportunities

Our trips reflect the diversity of experiences available to our students:

Adventure and Challenges: Climbing walls at Hatfield Sports Village, ice skating, go-karting, and Duke of Edinburgh expeditions.
Cultural Exploration: Visits to a mosque, a cathedral, and the observatory encourage appreciation of different perspectives and the wonders of the universe.
Creative Inspiration: From Leavesden Studios to the Henry Moore Exhibition, students explore the arts and creativity in action.
Workplace Insights: Hospitality days, fire station life courses, and vocational competitions provide a taste of professional environments.

Why Trips Matter

Research supports the benefits of teaching outside the classroom, showing that experiential learning boosts academic achievement, builds social skills, and enhances emotional well-being. At Links Academy, we’re proud to offer trips that inspire, challenge, and celebrate our students, helping them develop into well-rounded individuals ready to take on the world.