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School trips to France - educational tours & residentials

School trips to France offer unforgettable learning experiences across a range of subjects, from exploring D-Day history to discovering art at the Louvre. With short travel times and strong curriculum links, these educational tours are both practical and memorable.

We provide three exclusive school centres, local support teams, and inspiring itineraries across Paris, Normandy, the Opal Coast and Disneyland® Paris, making planning hassle-free for KS3–KS5 groups.

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Just a quick note to say a huge thank you for arranging a brilliant trip to France last week. Staff and children alike had a really enjoyable time in Paris and learned a lot. The programme was busy and I feel we made good use of our time there and achieved a great balance between work and rest.
Anna Rippe, Head of French, Thomas's School, Fulham
I just wanted to email you to say a big thank you for all your work on Salesian College's recent trip to Paris. All the arrangements went very smoothly, and the boys had a great time. The centre is lovely - we especially liked the rooms and the food! We would love to come back next year.
We were really impressed with the centre, and as we come from the north of England, it was a real bonus to only have one hour from Calais to the centre.
Kate Whyte, Head of French, Bradford Grammar School
I chose this trip because I wanted my students to see they could use what I'd taught them to communicate in French. During the trip, I could definitely see an improvement in their attitudes. Since our return, the atmosphere in lessons has been far better.
John Gaffin, Head of Languages, Lawrence Sheriff School

Why choose Voyager for your school trip to France

Specialist provider with local expertise

France offers an infinite number of attractions that stretch across every area of the curriculum, guaranteed to inspire and engage your learners. The short journey time from the UK makes France work for a variety of budgets and trip lengths.

With three company-owned language schools and more than half of our team based in France, Voyager is unlike any other school travel company offering educational trips across the Channel. Our experienced team of French-native animateurs, coach drivers and support staff in France mean that we have the experience and overseas connections to create an authentic and immersive school trip to suit your learning objectives.

Our experienced team of French-native animateurs, coach drivers and support staff in France means we can provide an authentic and immersive school trip. Their local knowledge and overseas connections ensure every trip meets your learning objectives.

Not only do we focus on French language immersion at our residential centres in France, but over the years we have crafted a variety of tours and built long-standing relationships with local providers. This ensures we deliver a truly educational and memorable school trip for students of all ages and subjects.

France is also home to our unique programme of educational conferences for students of Business, Travel & Tourism, Media and Drama. These live events and workshops are held annually at Disneyland Paris.

What to see on an educational visit to France

Our school residentials and educational tours in France are packed full of fantastic cultural and iconic excursions. Here are the top school visits in France:

  • Mont St Michel, Normandy - top-off your visit to this UNESCO world heritage island with a guided walk across the bay
  • The Eiffel Tower, Paris - arguably one of the most famous and iconic landmarks in the world, perfect for a group selfie 
  • Louvre, Paris - set eyes on some of the best artwork in the world including the Mona Lisa!
  • Visit a French market - our experts will recommend the best markets for your students to interact with the friendly locals
  • Disneyland® Paris - this school trip favourite offers fun and entertainment for students and teachers alike
  • D-Day Landing beaches - explore the historic Normandy WWII sites, battlefields and memorials where it happened 

Is your group on a tight budget? Read our local animateur's tips on free things to do on a school trip to Paris.

Great value packages and seasonal deals at the Moulin centre

As the nights draw in, our Moulin aux Draps school centre is transformed into a winter wonderland, adorned with twinkling lights, log fires, hot chocolate and warming comfort food. Our winter-themed specials are available between December and February. View the great value seasonal French school trips at our Moulin aux Draps residential centre.

Join us for a wonderfully festive residential to our Moulin centre jam-packed with seasonal activities and one-off treats. 

Ready to plan your educational trip to France?

Did you know that 50% of school trips take place between May and July? Read our experts' advice on the best time to visit France to understand the optimum travel months for maximising your budget and learning impact. Or get in touch with our French specialists.

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Frequently asked questions about school trips to France

A school trip to France offers your students an abundance of educational opportunities and cultural experiences just a short distance from the UK. It's a popular choice among teachers because it is easily accessible by coach, which makes for a more affordable school trip.

French teachers looking for more educational value from their school trip to France choose our language immersion school trips at our own school centres in Normandy and the Opal Coast—as well as in Paris. A native-speaking French animateur will lead the entire trip including activities, excursions and evening entertainment in French. What makes these trips worth it is the marked improvement to students' confidence speaking the language and their performance back in the classroom.

All students and teachers will need a valid passport. Our school trips to France include travel insurance and we still recommend that all students and teachers have a valid EHIC or GHIC card before travelling. 

When it comes to what to pack, take a look at our full recommended kit list for what to pack on a school trip to France.

Our French centre managers recommend visiting France between October and March. During this period you have greater choice of excursions and activities and you're much more likely to secure your first choices. This is also the best time to benefit from our seasonal special deals.

Read our experts' tips on the best time to take a school trip to France, taking into account learning impact, cost and availability.

Prices for a 3 day/2 night stay at Voyager's own Hôtel du Moulin aux Draps start at £317 per person in October. The price of this immersive French residential to the Opal Coast includes on-site activities and an animateur to lead activities, so teachers can relax and enjoy the trip too.   

An escorted short trip to the French capital starts from £499 per student, including accommodation, return fares and insurance in the Autumn or Spring term. This includes a Parisian animateur to lead your group in simple French and run activities in the evening to create an authentic learning experience. You will need to budget extra for excursions, but our Paris specialists can recommend what school groups can do for free in Paris.

Top tip from the experts - 50% of school trips to France take place between May and July, so it pays to plan your trip outside of the summer term when prices are at their highest.

Our transparent quote commitment means the price in your quote is the price you get, with no hidden costs or surcharges, so you won't have to go back to your parents to ask for more money.

Get in touch with our France travel experts to find out the best time for your educational objectives and budgets.

Yes! We run trips for all ages, so whether you’re planning a primary school trip to France or a KS3-5 school trip to France, we’ve got it covered.


Our programmes are tailored to each age group, with fun, hands-on activities for younger students and more in-depth curriculum-linked experiences for older ones.

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School trip travel guides

Build your France school trip itinerary with our tried & tested list of attractions. They're sure to be a hit with students & meet your educational objectives.

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Teacher case studies

Wondering how other teachers got on? Hear directly from teachers who have travelled with us and learn their top school trip tips—plus reviews from students.

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Why choose Voyager School Travel for your school trip to France?

You are in specialist hands

Our team use their teaching, language & destination experience to organise trips that are not only enriching but hassle-free. Read more →

Safety assured, bonded & accredited

As assured members of the School Travel Forum & ABTA, and protected by ABTOT & ATOL, you can be sure of our high standards. Read more →

Recommended by 9/10 teachers

Trusted to organise the educational trips for over 36,000 students & teachers a year and widely recommended by teachers. Read more →

We deliver the learning

Our expert-led language programmes, with proven educational benefits, allow teachers to enjoy the trip too. Read more →

24/7 helpline & overseas support staff

Peace of mind knowing our centre managers, instructors, coach drivers & support team will look after your every need. Read more →

No hidden costs or late changes

We only offer trips we know we can deliver. We promise to be transparent with no hidden costs & no nasty surprises. Read more →

For teachers who are serious about the educational outcomes of their school trip.

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