Educational Visits and Trips
At Swanmore College, we believe that learning extends far beyond the classroom. Trips, residential visits, and practical experiences play a vital role in helping young people build confidence, discover new interests, and develop independence.
From local field trips that bring subject learning to life, to international visits that broaden horizons, we offer a wide range of opportunities to enrich your child's education throughout their time at the College.
Planning and Financial Support
We aim to give families as much notice as possible regarding upcoming trips so that you can plan and budget accordingly. Depending on the nature of the trip, pupils eligible for Pupil Premium may receive a contribution towards the cost.
Examples of Our Trips and Visits
Below are examples of the types of trips and visits our pupils have recently enjoyed across different year groups and subjects.
Please note, these details and costs are provisional and subject to change. Trip availability, details and costs can change due to the numbers of pupils signing up, rising costs and staff availability. In all cases, the full details will be confirmed by the trip leader at the time of booking.
Year 7
| Trip | Month | Cost (Approx) |
| Pantomime – Mayflower | December | £26 |
Year 8
| Trip | Month | Cost (Approx) |
| Pantomime – Mayflower | December | £26 |
| Belgium Battlefields – weekend trip | October (half-term) | £270 |
Year 9
| Trip | Month | Cost (Approx) |
| Iceland Trip (Biennial) | (Easter Break) | £1,275 |
| Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Practice Expedition and Assessment | May/October | £150 |
Year 10
| Trip | Month | Cost (Approx) |
| Iceland Trip (Biennial) | (Easter Break) | £1,275 |
| Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award Expedition and Assessment | May/June | £260 |
| Ski Trip - Sestriere, Italy | February Half Term | £1,750 |
| Compulsory GCSE Geography – Hill Head/Whiteley (fieldwork) | June | £15 |
Year 11
| Trip | Month | Cost (Approx) |
| Portchester Castle (GCSE History) | May | £11 |
| Prom | June | £60 |
| Leavers Hoodie | June | £27 |
| Revision Days | Easter & May Half-Term | £15 per day |
Misc / TBC
| Trip | Month | Cost (Approx) |
| Move-It (GCSE Dance) | March | £60 |
| KS3 Eco Champions Group - Hants. Eco Conference, Winchester | September | £5 |
| Victoria and Albert Museum – Design and Technology | Spring | £26 |
| Titchfield Mosque trip (GCSE Religious Studies) | December | Free |
| Cricket – Ageas (all year groups) | June | £3.50 |
| Tennis - Wimbledon (Ground pass) | June/July | £30 |
| Tennis - Wimbledon (Court One) | June/July | £75 |
| Premiership Football (all year groups) | February | £120 |
| Winchester Cathederal (GCSE Religous Studies) | March | £22 |
| Dance Group Workshops | Varies | TBC |
| Music Group Concerts | Various | TBC |
Medical and Consent Details
To ensure every trip is safe and well-managed, parents and carers must complete all required consent forms and provide up-to-date medical details prior to departure.
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Consent: Trip notifications and consent requests will be sent via usual College channels.
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Medical Updates: Please inform the Trip Leader or College Office immediately if there are any changes to your child’s health, dietary requirements, or emergency contact information.