Voyager Awarded LOtC Quality Badge: what it means for your school trip

What is the LOtC Quality Badge?

The LOtC Quality Badge is a nationally recognised accreditation awarded by the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom. It brings learning and safety together under one quality assurance scheme, recognising organisations that can demonstrate both high-quality educational provision and effective risk management.

For teachers organising a trip, choosing an accredited provider offers valuable reassurance. It means the provider's approach to learning and safety has been independently assessed against recognised standards.

How we achieved the badge

To hold the LOtC Quality Badge, our Safety Management System is reviewed by independent, external auditors who carefully assess whether our processes meet their standards. This involves a rigorous review of how we organise, manage, and deliver trips, ensuring that every element of our tours, from transport and accommodation providers to activities and excursions, is safe, well-organised, and enriching for students.

The Quality Badge demonstrates that our quality and safety systems have been externally audited, so that the school doesn't have to carry out additional checks. This has been confirmed by the Outdoor Education Advisors Panel (OEAP) whose national guidance states:

"When the provider holds the LOtC Quality Badge, there is normally no need to seek further assurances from the provider about the safety of provision."  

Why does the LOtC Quality Badge matter to party leaders?

Organising a school trip involves a lot of responsibility, alongside the everyday demands of teaching. Having confidence in your tour operator can make a real difference.

Here's what the LOtC Quality Badge means when booking with Voyager: 

• Confidence in safety management - we have effective Safety Management Systems in place, specifically focused on travelling with young students
• Educational experiences with purpose - learning is at the heart of what we do, with itineraries designed to support curriculum objectives and give students opportunities to learn beyond the classroom.
• Clear terms, fair conditions and the appropriate financial protections in place
• Reassurance to parents - choosing an accredited provider helps give parents confidence in the arrangements.