Tag: School trip
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…
Paris Photo Trip 2024: “Inspiration for my studies – and my future”
A group of KAS Sixth Form students journeyed to Paris earlier this month for the Photography department’s annual pilgrimage to Paris Photo, an international photography fair held at the city’s magnificent Grand Palais. Among the group was Year 13 student Clemmie W, who is studying A level Photography at KAS alongside Critical and Contextual Studies in Art…
Sunny Ski Trip to Sestriere
When February half term rolls around it’s a welcome chance to relax, regroup and find peace in the winter darkness….unless you’re taking 80 students to the Italian Alps for an epic ski trip! The grand scale of this year’s ski crew meant that two separate groups set off from the School on a grey Sunday…
