The Reporters' Academy

MediaCity, Salford Quays

Ongoing

Suitable for ages 11+

Student tickets from just £11.00

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.

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

Year 5 Teacher

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.

Prices

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.

Key Info

Age suitability
Ages
Suitable for ages 11+
Key Stages
Higher, KS3, KS4, KS5
Curriculum Levels
Senior Phase, Third/Fourth Level
Curriculum Links
Subjects
Art & Design, Computing, Design & Technology, English, Media Studies, Photography, PSHE
Topics
Careers and Enterprise, Coding and Programming, Film and Television, Public Speaking and Oracy
Things to know
Dates
Ongoing
Duration

1 hour – 8 hours

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)
Times

Mon-Fri: 9am – 5pm

About

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.

 

 

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

Year 5 Teacher

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

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

Fancy a chat?
We’re here to help!

Send us an email or give us a call if you have any questions or would like more information.

Email

hello@theschooltrip.co.uk

Or Call

020 8064 0974

Prices are correct at the time of publication. All costs, unless otherwise specified, include VAT.