France Explorer for KS3 & KS4 (S1-S5)

Explore Northern France with exciting excursions every day; we can arrange trips to major landmarks and ‘must-see’ places, or even cross-curricular visits to take in significant Art, Science & Technology or History locations.

Select a programme from the many day or half-day excursions in the area of one of PGL’s three market-leading centres in Northern France.

You can theme your visits or simply choose excursions for cross-curricular enrichment and to experience French culture.

Adding adventure activities gives an extra dimension, with team and individual challenges designed to develop key skills and bring out the best in all your students.

Returning to the safety and security of your centre after your day out, our friendly staff offer your group a full entertainment programme, often with a French theme.


This course is available at:

Château de Grande Romaine, Paris
Château de Grande Romaine

Situated just 20 miles from Paris the Château de Grande Romaine is the ideal base from which to explore France’s capital. Students share multi-bedded en suite rooms and amenities include excellent study facilities and an outdoor heated pool.

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Château du Tertre, Normandy
Château du Tertre

Located at the crossroads of Normandy, Brittany and the Loire, the recently refurbished Château du Tertre provides an authentic experience of France whilst retaining the benefits of friendliness and security that are PGL’s trademark. Our Language Detectives course is a popular choice at this centre.

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Le Pré Catelan, Opal Coast
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Less than an hour from Calais this small and friendly is 10 minutes walk from the beach and town centre at Hardelot. Originally a 19th century hotel, the location lends itself particularly well to historical interest excursions, being within easy reach of battlefields from Agincourt to WWII.

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