Category: Trips

Recognising character, creativity and contribution – Prizegiving winners enjoy a reward trip to Frameless

As a reward for their achievements at the Summer 2026 Prizegiving, a group of students enjoyed a memorable visit to Frameless, London’s immersive art experience. The students had been recognised for a range of contributions to school life, receiving awards that celebrate the values and qualities we encourage every student to develop. These included the…

How LPS Clapham builds friendships from day one – tutor bonding

At the start of the academic year, students took part in a series of tutor bonding activities designed to strengthen friendships, encourage collaboration and foster connections across year groups. With tutor groups coming together in larger mixed-year communities, students enjoyed a range of activities that provided opportunities to get to know one another outside the…

LPS Clapham students tackle real-world sustainability challenges at Dukes Education Sustainable Engineering Workshop

Six Year 10 and 11 students recently took part in the Dukes Sustainable Engineering Workshop, one of the many enriching opportunities available to LPS Clapham students thanks to being part of the Dukes Education family. Bringing together students from schools across the Dukes network, the workshop encouraged participants to think creatively about some of the world’s…

LPS Clapham students explore islamic faith and culture at Morden Mosque

Year 8 students recently visited Morden Mosque as part of their Religious Studies programme, gaining a valuable first-hand insight into Islam and the role faith plays in communities around the world. The visit provided an opportunity for students to deepen their understanding of Islamic beliefs and practices while exploring connections between Islam, Christianity and Judaism,…

LPS Clapham students gain exclusive insight into world-leading architecture practice at Fosters + Partners’ Battersea

Seventeen Year 10 and 11 Art and Design Technology students recently enjoyed a unique opportunity to step inside the world of one of the world’s most renowned architectural practices during a visit to Foster + Partners’ Battersea headquarters. The group was welcomed by Head of Design David Nelson and senior partners Armstrong Yakubu and Emily…

LPS Clapham students explore democracy in action during visit to parliament

On 7 September, Year 8 and 9 students enjoyed an inspiring educational visit to Parliament, gaining first-hand insight into the history, workings and evolution of democracy in the United Kingdom. During a guided tour of the Palace of Westminster, students explored the historic chambers of both the House of Commons and the House of Lords…

A Silver Success: Year 11 Complete Their Duke of Edinburgh Expedition

From map reading to teamwork, LPS Clapham students embraced every challenge on their Silver DofE journey through the New Forest. Our Year 11 students set out early on a Saturday morning for their Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition, ready to test their skills, stamina, and teamwork across three days in the New Forest. Starting…

History Through Art: Year 9 Explore Conflict and Creativity at the Imperial War Museum

On a thought-provoking visit to the Imperial War Museum, Year 9 students analysed war-time artworks, explored reconstructed trenches and reflected on the human stories behind history. The workshop connected art, empathy and analysis — highlighting how learning at LPS Clapham stretches beyond textbooks into London’s rich cultural landscape.

Engineering Curiosity: Year 9 Take On the Royal Institution Egg-Crash Challenge

Year 9 students stepped into the world of real-life engineering at the Royal Institution, designing crash-cars to protect an egg passenger and negotiating an equipment “shop” as part of the challenge. Their creativity, teamwork and problem-solving brought physics and design to life — just one example of how LPS Clapham’s “learn like a Londoner” approach…

A High Speed Ride for Top Achievers

What better way to celebrate our top achievers than with a thrilling ride on the Thames Rocket? Last year’s award winners and this year’s top merit earners were treated to an unforgettable trip down the Thames—and it did not disappoint! We started with a guided tour from the Houses of Parliament to Tower Bridge, complete…

Isle of Wight Sailing Adventure

Students and staff from LPS Clapham and LPS Mayfair/Hybrid joined together for an Isle of Wight residential packed with fun, teamwork, and plenty of splashes! Day 1: We kicked things off with boat building—some floated, some didn’t, but all were proudly launched! Crabbing and beach exploring ended the day, complete with soggy socks and lots…

Surf and Sun in Santander

From 23rd to 27th June, students from LPS Clapham and LPS Mayfair had an amazing week away learning to surf in the beautiful Laredo near Santander, Spain. Mornings were spent mastering the waves in daily surf lessons, while afternoons featured beach volleyball, yoga, and evenings of games and sports. Each morning, the students (and staff!)…