At Smiling International School, learning goes far beyond the classroom. Every trip and outdoor activity is a chance for our students to discover, explore, and grow.
Early Years: Discovery Through Curiosity
For our Early Years children, every activity is an exciting adventure. One-day trips throughout the year allow children to explore their surroundings with curiosity and wonder. They visit museums, exhibitions, farms, and even animal care centers, stepping into roles like farmers or veterinarians for a day.
Combining the beauty of nature with hands-on exploration while sailing along the river on the ‘Nena’ boat is another favorite and exciting activity our students look forward to all year. These experiences help children develop observation skills, empathy, independence, and confidence. Each journey encourages them to ask questions, share experiences with peers, and take their first meaningful steps to understand and discover the world.
Primary School: Learning Beyond the Classroom
Primary School trips focus on connecting classroom lessons to real-world experiences. Students explore wildlife, nature, and history through carefully planned excursions. Visiting wildlife and natural reserves encourages curiosity about ecosystems, animal behavior, and environmental conservation. Aquariums spark scientific inquiry, while historical sites bring stories of the past to life, helping children understand different cultures and heritage.
Beyond knowledge, these trips nurture teamwork, social skills, resilience, and confidence. Every shared experience, from observing animals to exploring new environments, strengthens curiosity, empathy, and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.
Middle, High School & IB: Cultural Immersion and Global Perspectives
For our Middle, High School and IB students, international school trips are highlights of the academic year. From cities across Europe to destinations around the world, each journey is designed to combine cultural discovery with personal growth. Students explore history, art, and science while practicing the languages they’re learning at school, especially English, in real-life contexts.
These five- or six-day trips foster independence, curiosity, and global awareness. Students share laughter, teamwork, and unique experiences that strengthen friendships and broaden perspectives. Trips are more than travel—they are essential milestones in developing responsible, open-minded, and culturally aware global citizens.
At Smiling International School, we believe that travel is the greatest school of all. Every journey, from the first Primary adventure to an international trip in the last year of school, leaves lasting memories, inspires growth, and encourages students to explore the world with curiosity, respect, and confidence.
Dream big. Study smart. Go anywhere.
