Morning
Depart school
Channel crossing
On the way to Lille, group to visit an old fashioned waffle maker
School Primary Languages Day Trip to Lille
Short on time but keen to inspire your pupils with a French language experience? A primary language school day trip to Lille is ideal!
Just a short hop across the Channel, Lille offers loads of great activities to introduce your pupils to the French language and culture. Feeling very safe and welcoming, Lille is an excellent choice if you want your pupils to enjoy a city experience.
Whether you’re arranging the trip as a fun end-of-term treat or as an introduction to the country to inspire your pupils from the get-go, you can be sure that a French school trip to Lille will be an unforgettable experience for them! And we also offer multiday options if you would like to offer this as an overnight trip!
Sample itinerary
Day 1/1
Morning
Afternoon
Arrive in Lille
Group to have a guided tour of Lille followed by shopping at Euralille shopping centre
Evening
Depart Lille
Channel crossing
Arrive back at school
What's included?
30-minute cookery demonstration and tasting- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Cost of group passport
- Detailed information pack
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- Motorway tolls and taxes
- Return transport (coach and ferry/Eurotunnel or Eurostar)
- VAT
Activities
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Boulangerie Le Fournil
The charismatic baker will tell your students about his work – in French, of course! He will demonstrate some of… Read more
Charles de Gaulle's Birthplace and Museum
Charles de Gaulle was born in Lille on November 22nd 1890, in the house of his maternal grandparents at 9 rue Princesse.… Read more
Euralille
Lille may be Capital of Culture, but it's long been a capital of shopping! Indulge in some retail therapy at one of … Read more
Guided Tour of Lille
From Grand'Place to the Palais Rihour, discover the architectural heritage of Europe's Capital of Culture (2004)… Read more
La Gaufre du Pays Flamand
An old fashioned waffle-maker where each visitor leaves with a packet of brown sugar or violet waffles. The visit also i… Read more
Lille Zoo
The Citadelle Park, Lille's largest and most visited, park brings a breath of fresh air to the city. Encircled by the… Read more
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Creating your perfect trip
We'll tailor make your school trip to meet your specific requirements
We'll tailor make your school trip to meet your specific requirements
Launching your trip
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After you've booked
Your dedicated Itinerary Coordinator will work with you on the finer details of your trip
Your dedicated Itinerary Coordinator will work with you on the finer details of your trip
While you're away
You'll be able to reach us 24/7 during your trip if you need our help
You'll be able to reach us 24/7 during your trip if you need our help
After your trip
Head back to our resources section to continue the learning
Head back to our resources section to continue the learning
Accommodation
Ibis Budget Hotel Lille
Misterbed Belle Etoile, Lille
The Ibis budget Hotel is situated in 'Vieux Lille' - the old town. It offers 93 rooms, all with en-suite facilities. Rooms consist of a double bed and a single bunk canopy. Students are accommodated two to a room and staff in singles. Each room has a TV.
A buffet breakfast is offered in the hotel with evening meals in a nearby restaurant.
Misterbed Belle Etoile is centrally located in the pedestrian area of Lille, enabling your group to enjoy all the attractions the city has to offer.
Students will generally be accommodated in twin rooms – all are en suite and include a television. Staff will also be accommodated in twin rooms (if a single is requested, a supplement will apply).
A buffet-style breakfast will be served in the hotel. Evening meals are taken in the restaurant next door.
Reviews
Exeter School, October 2018
Once again, everyone at Halsbury did a fantastic job of liaising with all the different parties and putting up with all our last minute changes. I don't think they could have done anything better! We had an excellent experience overall.Need help?
Sam Axon - Tour Adviser
Don’t hesitate to contact me for any advice or further information on how your school trip can be tailored to your requirements.
0115 9404 303
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- Your school trip will be fully financially protected
- Your group’s safety will be prioritised
- Your trip will be a quality educational experience
Financial protection
Our ABTA bond means all our school trips are financially protected. Plus, all air tours and flights arranged by us are also ATOL protected.
Safety prioritised
As an Assured Member of the School Travel Forum (STF) we have an effective Safety Management System in place.
As well as reassuring you that your group's safety will be prioritised at all times, this will also help you to meet your due diligence and reduces the amount of External Provider paperwork required.
Quality educational experiences
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