Yet we should remember that seven million school trips take place every year. Statistically children are safer on a school trip than doing any other activity, and time away in a residential environment allows children to experience physical challenges and develop socially through teamwork, building confidence and self-esteem.
In November 2004, NASUWT general secretary Chris Keates advised members not to take school trips due to the danger of litigation by parents. The Government responded with an outdoor education manifesto that aims to increase the range of trips on offer to all schools. Part of the Government's manifesto is a promise that every child will attend at least one residential school trip while at school.
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