Tag: School trip
Namibia trip “changed the way I see the world”
This summer’s Namibia trip was more than an adventure: it was a “perspective-shifting” experience, according to Sixth Former Dylan P. For over 20 years, Year 11 students have travelled to Namibia in the summer break. The epic expedition combines community service, conservation and outdoor challenge, creating an experience that many students describe as life-changing. It…
Year 7 Camp: friendship, adventure & forever memories
Year 7 students enjoyed an unforgettable start to the school year at the annual Year 7 Camp – a much-loved tradition designed to help students forge friendships, develop confidence and settle into life in Upper School at The King Alfred School. This year’s five-day trip took students to Cumulus Outdoors Residential Centre in Swanage, Dorset. There, students…
Cemetery trip sparks creative and critical thinking
Year 12 English Literature students visited Highgate Cemetery as part of their studies on Christina Rossetti’s poetry. Student Eva S shared the following report… Our A level English Literature trip to Highgate Cemetery gave us the opportunity to see Rossetti’s grave in person and learn more about her life, as well as the wider context…
Berlin 2026: “Trips like this help us go deeper”
Our annual Year 10 History trip to Berlin once again helped to bring our students’ Cold War learnings to life. Although the trip is not a compulsory part of the syllabus, there is no better city in the world to see the impact of the Cold War, a central focus of students’ studies in Year…
Greece trip inspires future studies – and travels
Earlier this year, students took part in a rich and memorable educational visit to Greece, exploring some of the most significant archaeological sites and cultural landmarks of the ancient world. The trip provided invaluable context for GCSE studies while inspiring curiosity, reflection and a lasting appreciation of the ancient world – both for those studying…
Sun, snow and self-reliance: KAS ski trip 2026
Ask anyone who went on this year’s school ski trip what they loved about it, and you’ll hear the words freedom, fun and friendship over and over again. The trip encapsulated everything that is special about a KAS education and students shone on and off the slopes, showcasing our school values and creating lasting memories.
Resilience & redecorating: Year 11s make a difference in Namibia
After completing their GCSEs in July, a group of our Year 11 students found themselves back in the classroom – this time in Namibia. The group headed to the Kunene region to embark on a transformative two-week trip that blended volunteer work, adventure and personal growth. There, the Upper School students spent time lending a…
Year 7 find inspiration at Kew Gardens
Year 7 made the most of the summer sunshine on a recent trip to Kew Gardens. They were there, in part, to get inspiration for their current Exploration enquiry, ‘How can we redesign the Middle School Common Room?’ Students spent half of the day exploring Kew’s glorious grounds. Highlights included The Hive, a 17-metre installation…
Civil Rights, Culture & Curiosity: History & Politics Trip To The US
As the Autumn Term comes to an end for most students, a small group of Sixth Formers are packing their bags for a fascinating journey through the history of the Civil Rights movement in the American South. The trip aims to connect the past to the present, educating students about real-world matters and engaging them…
Reflecting & Remembering: Y9 Battlefields Trip
“The trip definitely changed my understanding of the war.” Supporting students learning through trips, experiences or visiting speakers is a key part of the learning experience at KAS. Every November Year 9 students spend two days visiting WW1 sites in Belgium as part of their History studies. Leon, Head of History and Politics has led…
