July 1, 2025

TripPA Tips: Managing Homesickness on School Trips

Summer term is school trip season, and if you’re a teacher, chances are you’re heading off on at least one! Many summer trips will be residentials; while these over-nighters can provide students with the most amazing memories and experiences, they can throw up some challenges too. On every residential I’ve led or assisted with, there’s always been at least one student struggling to enjoy the trip due to anxiety or homesickness. So here are some practical strategies that have worked for me, which might help you support your students too, when dealing with homesickness on school trips!

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