The Reporters’ Academy

Plan your school trip to The Reporters' Academy for hands-on media workshops that boost students' creativity, teamwork and career skills in a real industry setting.

Based in MediaCity, your hosts work daily with young people and the media industry, giving students access to real-world knowledge and environments.

Award-winning, not-for-profit organisation creating real media opportunities for young people, led by creative professionals with youth work experience.

Their workshops build creativity, communication and digital skills, boosting young people’s confidence and employability.

MediaCity, Salford Quays

Booking from 26 Nov 25

Prices starting from £11 per student

What an amazing day we’ve had
Hope was brilliant! Perfect match for a bubbly class like mine.”

Year 5 Teacher

School trip offer

Tickets reduced to £350 per class for 1 hour (tour)
Tickets reduced to £500 per class for 3.5 hours (Activity morning/afternoon)
Tickets reduced to £1,000 per class for 8 hours (Full day behind-the-scenes)
Teachers/adults attend at no additional cost for a full class booking
The packages are a set fee and within this they can take small group numbers, or individuals. The maximum is set at 30 but they are happy to cater for larger groups with additional discussion and planning. Please get in touch if your group is larger than 30. If you cannot see your preferred visit date available online please also get in touch and they will try to accommodate your visit.

We regularly check that the costs and information are the latest and most up-to-date. However, please contact us directly if you need any further information or have a particular question.

Unless specified otherwise, all prices include VAT.

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About The Reporters’ Academy

Exciting and innovative
This is one of the most exciting and innovative projects I have come across. Raising self-esteem, team building, providing unrivalled opportunities to gain technical experience and to grow in confidence gives youngsters a real sense of achievement which enables them to grow beyond their expectations.”

Former Deputy Director of Education, Trafford Council

Step inside real working TV studios at MediaCity. From one-hour sessions to full-day workshops, experience the media industry first-hand, building creativity, teamwork and digital skills. Flexible online bookings for schools, youth groups and home educators available now – a rare behind-the-scenes opportunity that will inspire young people.

Bring your students behind the scenes of Britain’s media industry

Take your young people on an unforgettable trip to MediaCity, Salford Quays – home to some of the UK’s most iconic TV programmes. Our one-hour to full-day workshops are ideal for secondary school students but now include a specially developed package tailored for Year 6 pupils.

Students gain exclusive access to real working studios at dock10, stepping into the world of television and digital media guided by industry professionals. They’ll build creativity, teamwork, communication and practical digital skills in a truly inspiring setting.

Flexible packages, curriculum-friendly content and prices from £30 per student make this a unique and affordable opportunity for schools. Spaces are limited – book online now to secure your visit.

Fantastic support and inspiration
Thank you for all the fantastic support and inspiration you have given to the Cheshire East cared for children group, for the way in which you recognise each and every individual young person, their strengths and needs, for sharing so much of your knowledge and experience and for all your warmth and friendship. Working with you all has been a highlight of my professional – and personal – life.”

Headteacher

Curriculum links

Subjects: Art & Design, Computing, Design & Technology, English, Media Studies, Photography, PSHE

Topics: Cross-curricular learning, Sound, Lighting Design, Sound Design, Storytelling, Critical Thinking, Confidence Building, Creative Writing, Problem-Solving

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Age suitability

Key Stages: KS4, KS5, Higher

Curriculum Levels: Senior Phase

Age Groups: 11-14, 14-16, Post 16

Min. Age: Suitable for ages 11+

Things to know

Teachers: Teachers/adults attend at no additional cost for a full class booking

Adult/Student Ratio: In line with the individual school's policy on school trips

SEND: Suitable for students with SEND (please speak to us for more information)

Address

MediaCity, The Quays, Salford, UK

Times

Mon-Fri: 9am – 5pm

Duration

1 hour – 8 hours

Dates

Booking from 26 Nov 25

We regularly check that the costs and information are the latest and most up-to-date. However, please contact us directly if you need any further information or have a particular question.

Unless specified otherwise, all prices include VAT.

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Email

hello@theschooltrip.co.uk

Or Call

020 8064 0974