Schools' programme
Westminster Abbey is a fascinating place to visit either in person or virtually. Our award-winning Learning team bring the Abbey to life, with amusing stories and fun facts, all linked to your learning objectives and programmes of study.
Welcoming UK schools
Explore the Abbey
A school visit is a great way to discover Westminster Abbey. We offer guided tours, workshops, self-led visits, outreach, and video-conferencing. We’ve developed these activities to cover topics on the National Curriculum from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 5, including subjects such as RE, History, English, STEM, and the arts.
Overseas schools and universities
We welcome overseas school and university groups for self-led tours on weekdays from September to July.
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Home educated groups
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CPD and INSET for teachers
Find out moreSchool travel awards
Westminster Abbey won the award for Best Venue for History Learning at the School Travel Awards 2019/20 and was a finalist in the 2020/21 awards. Organised by School Travel Organiser magazine, the awards recognise those in the education sector who excel in providing exciting and educational trips for Primary and Secondary schools.
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