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Founded in 1967 by a maths teacher in Lancashire, NST has worked alongside
thousands of teachers, like you, to create unique school trip experiences and
memories that last a lifetime. That’s why so many schools choose to travel with
us each and every year. NST has been awarded the Feefo Platinum Service award in
2020, an independent seal of excellence that recognises those businesses that go
above and beyond to provide a consistently excellent service and dedicate
themselves to providing quality customer experiences year after year. Read below
to discover more about why NST is the right choice for you. The NST experience
With NST, you can expect something a little different. From the moment you start
planning a tour with us, we’ll work closely with you to bring your school trip
ideas to life. With our unrivalled knowledge of destinations across the UK,
Europe and worldwide, together with years of experience in planning
unforgettable school trips, we’ll help you to create a learning experience
that’s as unique as your group itself. We've been formally endorsed For students
studying GCSE History - our 3-day accompanied tour to the First World War
Battlefields really can enhance the teaching and learning process for Pearson
Edexcel’s GCSE History - Option 11: The British sector of the Western Front,
1914–18: injuries, treatment and the trenches – and that’s not just our view,
our itinerary has been formally endorsed by the exam board itself. Support
before, during and after your tour From the moment you enquire, you’ll have our
full support. Our in-house team have extensive school travel knowledge, from the
ins and outs of destinations to planning and arranging your ideal itinerary from
start to finish. Whilst you’re away, benefit from airport assistance and the
support of NST’s representatives, Subject Experts, specialist escorts and local
guides in many of our destinations – plus our 24 hour emergency cover. And we’ll
always be here for you should you need us on your return too. Safe in our hands
Safety is at the heart of every NST school trip and our vigilant approach to
safety management will offer the reassurance that we know is so important to
both you and parents. What’s more, we have been awarded the Learning Outside the
Classroom Council’s Quality Badge, which is your guarantee that we manage safety
on school visits effectively, whilst also creating high quality learning
experiences. Visit our safety page to read more. Protecting your tour With NST,
you’ll have financial protection from the moment you book your trip to your safe
return because we’re fully protected through ABTA and ATOL, and we’re licensed
by IATA too. Booking with us is the best way to protect parents’ money and give
yourself peace of mind. Don’t forget, if you book direct with an airline, your
group may not be covered. Visit our financial protection page to read more.
Bringing you even greater value for money At NST, we work hard to bring you the
best possible value school trips to help make every penny count and save both
you and parents money. Here’s how we’re helping you to money... Free places – We
offer a generous free place ratio of 1 in 10 for air travel and 1 in 8 for coach
travel on all tours. Pre-tour visits – Qualify for a two nights complimentary
stay for two people in your chosen destination ahead of your trip. Loyalty
reward – Save an additional £5pp from your first consecutive year of travel
onwards. Secure your seats – We can secure your seats on any airline with an
initial deposit of only £125pp. Take a look at our current offers and discounts.
What next? Take a look at our range of trips using the search tool on the
homepage or if you’re looking for inspiration, you can browse through all of our
trips. To discover more about taking an NST tour, watch our video which follows
one group on their tour to Spain. Alternatively, give one of our Educational
Travel Advisers a call on 0845 293 7970 to discuss your tour ideas.
