“At TripPA, our journey commenced amidst discussions among Heads of Department, seeking an answer to a pivotal question: ‘What one thing could ease teacher workload?’ As a Head of Department, I delved into our profession’s challenges, hoping to uncover a remedy. Yet, it became clear in these discussions that while no singular solution existed, trip planning emerged as a critical area for improvement.

In my research into the issues surrounding the organisation of educational visits, I stumbled upon Hyundai’s research findings, revealing a disheartening statistic: 61% of teachers were less inclined to organise school trips than five years ago. This decline highlighted the potential loss of invaluable learning experiences for our students and ignited a desire to address this growing issue.

Witnessing firsthand the complexities and escalating costs of trip planning, I was spurred into action. It was this fusion of frustration and determination that birthed TripPA—a platform envisioned to simplify and enrich the trip planning process, dismantling unnecessary barriers. Drawing insights from fellow educators and harnessing the technical acumen of my brother James, a systems architect (and voiceover artist!), TripPA emerged as a commitment to transform trip planning into an enjoyable, efficient, and collaborative experience for all involved.”