School Science Trip to Geneva

Visit CERN on your school trip to Geneva, to explore the world’s largest particle physics laboratory!

Switzerland is a fantastic destination for a science school trip. A morning spent touring CERN will leave your students inspired and with a thirst to learn more about the fascinating world of particle physics. The History of Science Museum is another fantastic activity for science groups, where your students will gain a fascinating insight into the city’s scientific past.

Other highly recommended visits include the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum, as well as a boat trip on Lake Geneva, which is a great way to enjoy the fabulous scenery that this exciting destination has to offer.

Suggested Itinerary

Day 1

Morning

Flight to Geneva

Afternoon

Check in to accommodation

Free time to explore Geneva

Evening

Evening meal

Day 2

Morning

Tour of CERN

Afternoon

Tour of the Palais des Nations - the UN's home in Geneva

Evening

Evening meal

Day 3

Morning

Free time for shopping and sightseeing

Afternoon

Flight back to UK

2 nights' bed and breakfast accommodation
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
Detailed information pack
Free staff place ratio 1:10
Itinerary planning service
Public transport pass for duration of stay
Return air travel inclusive of tax
VAT

Curriculum

A Level

Atomic structure
Bonding, structure and energetics
Quantum and nuclear physics
Particle theory
Genetics and evolution
Electrical circuits
Supports learning in STEM

GCSE

Atoms, elements and compounds
Structure, bonding and the properties of matter
Earth and atmospheric science
History of science
Inheritance, variation and evolution
Electricity and circuits
Supports learning in STEM

Key Stage 3

Atoms, elements and compounds
Earth and the atmosphere
Physics in outer space
Genetics and evolution
Electricity and electromagnetism
Supports learning in STEM

Primary

Living things and their habitats
Light and shadow
Understanding sound
Animals: skeletons and systems
Evolution and inheritance
Earth and space

Accommodation

Youth Hostel Geneva

The Geneva Youth Hostel is located in the heart of the Pâquis area. It is an ideal setting, close to the main train station, Lake Geneva, the parks, the UNO and the Red Cross Museum.Students are accommodated in multi-bedded rooms, some of which are en-suite. There are rooms available for use with TV and games. A 'Geneva Transport Card' for public transport is included in the price for each guest, this card can be used on all public transport in Geneva (bus, trams, trains and boats) for the duration of your stay.

Meininger Hotel Geneva

The Meininger Hotel Geneva is in a lovely location on the banks of the Rhone. From here, it's just a short stroll into the city centre or to the shores of Lake Geneva. The hotel boasts excellent facilities for school groups, including a 24-hour reception, a lounge and a games zone, as well as free WiFi throughout. In the mornings, you'll enjoy a healthy buffet-style breakfast. Students will stay in shared or dormitory-style rooms sleeping up to 6, with teachers in twins or singles. All guestrooms feature a private bathroom and flatscreen TV.

Educational Activities

CERN

Enjoy a half-day, guided tour of CERN, one of the world’s largest and most respected centres for scientific research.

History of Science Museum

The History of Science Museum is a must-see when visiting Geneva.

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum

Three internationally acclaimed architects from different cultural backgrounds combined their talents to design the exhibition organized around three different themes:

Patek Philippe Museum

Patek Phillippe is a Geneva-based firm of master watchmakers that was founded in the city in 1839.

United Nations

The United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG) has more than 1,600 staff, andis the biggest United Nations duty station outside

Cultural Activities

Boat Cruise on Lake Geneva

The Lake of Geneva, nestled amidst the Alps is a true inland sea making possible a wide range of cruises:

Jet d'eau (water foutain)

Originally a simple security valve at the Coulouvrenière hydraulic factory this water fountain has, over the years, grown to be

Supporting you every step of the way

Creating your perfect trip

Your quote will be put together by an experienced Tour Adviser who’ll be an expert in the subject area and will know the destination really well too. They’ll work with you to create a trip to suit your group’s needs and meet your learning objectives.

Launching your trip to parents and students

The next step is to get your trip approved and then get students signed up to it. Our ‘Trip Launch Pack’ will help you with this step. This is full of resources (all free to download) designed to make your life easier at this crucial point in the trip planning process.

After you’ve booked

Once you’ve booked, your dedicated Itinerary Coordinator will start work on the finer details. They’ll make sure your itinerary makes the most of your time and they’ll take on most of the admin tasks for your trip (freeing you up to do what you do best – teach).

Support while you’re away

From lost property to properly lost, we’ll always be on the end of the phone while you’re out on the trip. You’ll get a final info pack before you go, as well as access to all your trip documents via the Vamoos app.

After your trip

We’ll ask you for feedback, so we can improve our service. Let’s start planning your next trip too, so parents have plenty of time to pay (and so it’s less stressful for you). And don’t forget to head to our resources hub to continue the learning back in the classroom.