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6 | www.teachwire.net/school-trips “Fixing Our Broken Planet places our scientists’ research at the heart of the museum.” DR DOUG GURR, MUSEUM DIRECTOR Fixing Our Broken Planet A new gallery at the Natural HistoryMuseum T he Natural History Museum in London has announced the upcoming opening of its first new permanent gallery since 2016: Fixing Our Broken Planet. Free to all visitors, the gallery opens its doors on 3 April and, in combination with a new programme of events and activities, will explore the biggest challenges facing the earth while empowering people to drive change. It’s based upon pioneering research from the museum’s world-leading scientists and features advice from environmentalists and young people on how to better care for the planet and its future. Students will be able to explore a selection of more than 250 specimens as they investigate topics such as the food we eat, the energy we consume, the “stuff” we use, and the impact of all of these on our health. FIND OUTMORE Further information about Fixing Our Broken Planet and everything else the Natural History Museum has to offer is available at www.nhm.ac.uk/schools.html Celebrating outdoor learning The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom (CLOtC) has announced the theme for its National Conference 2025, which will be held at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds on Wednesday, 12 November. “Creating Connections, Engaging All, Enriching Lives” encapsulates outdoor learning’s power to offer educational opportunities for all students, regardless of ability, gender or background, and to forge connections to communities, wider society and the environment. “Enabling teachers to feel confident to take learning beyond the classroom when they choose to is vital,” commented CLOtC’s CEO, Dr Anne Hunt. “Our conference is unique because it brings teachers, LOtC providers, and decision makers together to share ideas and inspire action.” To find out more and purchase “early bird” tickets, visit www.lotc.org.uk From the latest workshops and research to expert advice and topical comment, get your school trip news right here... GET INSPIRED