Educational Visits Planning and Management

Every Trip, Safely Planned

Handsam’s Educational Visits services support safe, compliant, and enriching school trips. Our Trip Planning System simplifies organisation, while tailored policies, expert advice, and bespoke training empower staff. With 24/7 emergency support and crisis management reviews, we help schools prepare for every scenario, ensuring confident planning and secure experiences, from local outings to overseas adventures.

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Trip Planning and Management Software

Smart Tools for Safe, Enriching School Trips

Handsam’s Trip Planning System helps staff organise educational visits with ease and confidence. Designed to align with national guidance and your school’s procedures, it streamlines every step, from approval to risk assessment. With intuitive tools and built-in safety features, it ensures trips are well-managed, compliant, and focused on enriching student experiences.

Outdoor Learning and Educational Visits Advisory Service

Trusted Guidance for Safe, Memorable School Trips

Whether your staying in your local area or on an international outward bounds expedition Handsam’s Outdoor Learning and Educational Visits Advisory Service ensures your school trips are safe, compliant, and stress-free. Our expert team provides prompt answers to your planning questions and offers thorough reviews and approvals. With trusted guidance at every step, you can focus on delivering enriching, memorable experiences with total confidence.

Emergency Response Service

Emergency Support, Anytime, Anywhere

Handsam’s 24/7 Telephone Response Service gives you peace of mind during school trips, no matter the hour. If an incident occurs, immediate expert guidance is just a call away, ensuring swift, confident decision-making when it matters most. With round-the-clock support, your staff are never alone in managing emergencies or unexpected challenges.

Quick Guides, Policies and Templates Library

Your Go-To Resource for Safe, Well-Planned School Trips

Handsam’s Quick Guide Library gives schools instant access to practical resources for planning and managing educational visits. From policy templates to step-by-step guidance, each tool is designed to simplify compliance, support staff, and ensure safe, successful trips. Whether you're preparing a local outing or an overseas adventure, our library helps you plan with clarity and confidence.

Policy Writing and Review Service

Tailored Trip Policies for Confident Compliance

Handsam can review your existing school trip policies, provide exemplar templates for you to adapt, or work closely with you to develop fully bespoke policies. Ensuring your procedures are compliant, practical, and aligned with your unique needs.

Training

Complete Trip Training for Confident Planning and Leadership

Handsam’s expert-led training, available online or face-to-face, equips staff with the skills and confidence to plan and lead safe, successful school trips. From adventurous and overseas visits to minibus driving and management, our courses cover every aspect of educational travel. With Trip Leader and EVC training included, we help schools deliver enriching experiences with safety and compliance at the core.

Business Continuity and Crisis Management Review and Training

Emergency Planning That Protects Every Journey

Handsam helps schools prepare for the unexpected with tailored emergency planning support. We can review and enhance your current trip emergency plan or create a new one, covering scenarios like major incidents, terrorist threats, or missing students. Our expert guidance ensures your response is swift, structured, and proportionate, giving staff and parents greater confidence in every trip.