An unforgettable adventure is just around the corner.
You’re never far away from YHA. Our network of properties spans the length and breadth of England and Wales’ most inspiring landscapes, which means we are singularly positioned to offer teachers and pupils the widest range of authentic learning opportunities in the real outdoors.
Instead of climbing an indoor wall, your pupils will be scrambling up a rockface, abseiling down a viaduct or canoeing on a real river. Add to that searching for life on the seashore, taking part in a medieval battle and digging for artefacts and you’ve got the makings of a great school trip.
Why primary schools love YHA
Safety and security
We work with the DBS and NSPCC on our safeguarding practices for children and many hostels offer secure key card access
Accredited provider
Over 60 hostels have a Learning Outside the Classroom Award with externally audited risk assessments, insurance and safety logs
Free planning visits
Group leaders can conduct a free site visit before their stay to support planning and risk assessments
Support for schools
Bursary funding and various support schemes are available for schools and colleges
Group-friendly facilities
All of our group hostels provide the facilities you need plus a few extras you probably wouldn’t anticipate
Educational packages
We offer a range of educational packages to tie-in with your students' key stages
Group catering
To keep energy levels high, we offer a delicious menu for groups to get you all set up for the day ahead
Alex Rider residentials
Watch your students transform into ground-breaking super spies with our exclusive Alex Rider packages
Ready to book your primary school residential?
Our dedicated team is here to help you along the way.
Flexible residential experiences
Working with teachers, we have prepared flexible residential options and National Curriculum linked activities. Our primary school residentials are all tailor-made to meet the needs of your pupils and offer engaging and exciting ways to inspire, motivate and challenge every member of your group, at great value prices you can trust.
Our flexible approach sets us apart from many residential providers. If you want to run a self-led residential we can help find a great hostel for you, or if you’d like us to do all of the work our fully trained staff can deliver the activities for you as part of one of our popular packages. We also offer a range of low-cost bolt-on activities that can be added onto your stay to help fill any unplanned time in your itinerary
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Special offers
Free leader places for young persons' organised groups
Upgrade to full-board catering and we'll take care of breakfast, packed lunches and evening meals. What's more, you'll get a free leader place for every 10 paying guests aged under 26.
25% off winter residentials and group stays
Take your group on an adventure this winter with 25% off midweek stays for self-led groups of more than 15 people in winter 2024/25 and 2025/26.
15% off Exclusive Hire stays for young persons’ organised groups
Take the entire place for less on your next group getaway. Young persons’ organised groups get 15% off Exclusive Hire accommodation when booking directly through YHA.