Free Assessment • 5 Minutes • 20 Questions

    Are Your School Trips Making a Real Difference?

    Most school trips create photos and memories. But do they create lasting change? Find out where your programme stands—and what you might be missing.

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    The uncomfortable truth about school trips

    No lasting impact

    Many "service trips" leave no measurable change after students depart

    Money stays abroad

    Most trip budgets go to international operators, not local communities

    Parents can't explain it

    Few parents can describe what their child's trip actually accomplished

    It's time for honest conversations about what school trips actually accomplish— and what they could become.

    What This Scorecard Will Reveal

    20 questions across 5 critical dimensions of meaningful travel

    Real-World Impact

    Does your trip create lasting change—or just lasting memories? We'll assess what tangible benefits remain after students leave.

    Community Connection

    Are students truly engaging with local people—or just observing from a distance? Authentic relationships create authentic learning.

    Hands-On Learning

    Are students doing meaningful work—or watching from the sidelines? Real skills come from real participation.

    School Reputation

    Can you prove your impact to parents and prospective families? In a competitive market, measurable outcomes matter.

    Sustainability & Ethics

    Is your trip part of the solution—or part of the problem? We'll examine voluntourism risks and community benefit.

    Your Score + Next Steps

    Get personalized recommendations based on your results. See where you're excelling and where there's room to grow.

    What true social impact looks like

    Traditional School Trips

    • One-time donations that don't address root causes
    • Brief photo ops with local children
    • No ongoing relationship with communities
    • Unmeasurable "soft skills" as outcomes
    • Risk of perpetuating savior mentality

    True Social Impact Trips

    • Infrastructure that serves communities year-round
    • Working alongside local families for days
    • Long-term partnerships with ongoing updates
    • Measurable outcomes: meals, gardens, families
    • Community-led initiatives with local leadership

    Where does your school trip programme stand?

    Take 5 minutes to find out. No judgment—just honest assessment and actionable insights.

    Your results will include personalized recommendations for improvement