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0115 9404 303School Citizenship trip to Brussels
A city with so much to offer is bound to inspire students studying citizenship and develop their understanding of European politics. With a wide variety of nationalities and both French and Dutch accepted as official languages there is a cosmopolitan flavour to its atmosphere. The city centre is crammed with picturesque medieval streets, lively squares, beautiful boulevards, impressive monuments and spacious parks. It is also the European capital and home to the council of ministers of the European Union.
from
£79 pp
Includes:
- Return executive coach travel (TV/Video/WC/Seatbelts)
- 1 night half board accommodation
- Return Ferry crossings
- Free staff place ratio 1:8
- Detailed information pack
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Itinerary planning service
- Motorway tolls and taxes
- VAT
Suggested Activities
Sample Itinerary
Example AccommodationEuropean Parliament
Information visits are organised for groups composed of a minimum of 20 people and a maximum of 45. Exceptionally, larger groups can be accepted on request.Visits last between one and two hours and include a general introduction by an EP official to the role and work of the Eur...
Council of the European Union
Information visits to the Council are available to any organised group of at least 15 people over the age of 18. The visits usually last about two hours and consist of a talk given by a Council official followed by a question and answer session. Depending on the group, the lect...
European Commission
The European Commission is made up of 20 members and is at the heart of the European Union's policy making process. The role of the European Commission is the following functions: initiating proposals for legislation, guardian of the treaties and the manager and executor of Uni...
National Bank of Belgium
| Morning | Afternoon | Evening | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Depart School |
Arrive Brussels for visit to the |
Evening meal |
| Day 2 | European Parliament |
National Bank of Belgium |
Arrive back at school |
European Parliament provides a presentation on the facilities and the work and role of the Parliament. Visits last between one and two hours and include a general introduction by an EP official to the role and work of the European Parliament. This could be followed by a discussion with an MEP if parliamentary business allows.
National Bank of Belgium provides a themed presentation about "Money as a cultural phenomenal".
YH Bruegel
Students will be accommodated in mostly 4 bedded rooms, staff in twins or singles. Toilets and showers are on each floor. There is also an attractive inner court, sitting corners and leisure rooms.
