School Trips · Ski

School ski trips, snow-sure and stress-free.

From the French Alps to the Tyrol, we organise fully supervised school ski trips from A to Z — lessons, equipment, accommodation and insurance included.

Duration
5 to 8 days
Group size
15 to 60 pupils
Ages
From 10 years
Season
Dec – April

Why a school ski trip?

Few school trips deliver as much as a week on the slopes. A school ski trip builds confidence, resilience and team spirit — pupils try something genuinely new, push their limits in a safe setting, and come home with memories (and skills) that last a lifetime.

On the Move has run school ski trips for years. We take care of every moving part — travel, transfers, qualified instructors, equipment hire, lift passes, half- or full-board accommodation and evening activities — so you can focus on your pupils, not the paperwork.

Pupils on a school ski trip in the Alps
  • Qualified, English-speaking ski instructors
  • Equipment hire and lift passes included
  • Regulation supervision ratios and 24/7 support
  • Full insurance and detailed risk assessment

What's included

Every On the Move ski trip is an all-in package, costed transparently from the start. No surprises, no hidden extras — one clear quote covering:

  • Return travel by coach or flight, plus resort transfers
  • Accommodation in group-friendly chalets or hotels, half or full board
  • Ski lessons grouped by ability, with all equipment and lift passes
  • Evening programme and a dedicated On the Move trip coordinator

A typical day on the slopes

08:00
Breakfast at the chalet, then kit up and walk to the lifts.
09:30
Morning ski lessons with qualified instructors, grouped by ability.
12:30
Lunch on the mountain — hot meals included in the package.
14:00
Afternoon skiing — supervised practice or guided runs as levels progress.
16:30
Back to base: hot chocolate, downtime and group debrief.
19:00
Dinner & evening activity — quiz nights, bowling or a torch-lit walk.

Where we ski

Carefully chosen resorts — easy to reach from Belgium, group-friendly, and perfect for first-time and improving skiers alike.

Primary trips
Primary school ski trip in Valmeinier, French Alps
Primary France P5–P6 (ages 10–12) 6 days / 5 nights

Valmeinier, French Alps

Beginner-friendly · First ski experience

A gentle, snow-sure resort in the French Alps — the perfect place for younger pupils to discover skiing for the first time.

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Secondary trips
Snowy ski slopes and mountain panorama at Les Deux Alpes and Les Arcs in the French Alps
Secondary France Ages 12–18 5–7 nights

French Alps: Les Deux Alpes & Les Arcs

Skiing & Winter Sports · Nature · Science · Team-building

High altitude, guaranteed snow, and one of Europe's great ski schools, the French Alps at their best for school groups

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Spectacular Dolomite peaks rising above the ski runs at Sestriere in the Italian Alps
Secondary Italy Ages 12–18 5–7 nights

Italian Alps & Dolomites: Sestriere, Passo Tonale & the Via Lattea

Skiing & Winter Sports · Nature · Arts · Science

Outstanding value, stunning Dolomite scenery, and ski areas built for school groups, Italy's Alpine resorts deliver more than the brochure promises

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Traditional Tyrolean village nestled in the Austrian Alps ski resort of Söll
Secondary Austria Ages 12–18 5–7 nights

Austrian Alps: Söll, Obertauern & the Tyrol

Skiing & Winter Sports · Nature · History · Team-building

Traditional Alpine villages, impeccable skiing infrastructure, and the authentic Austrian mountain experience, school ski trips done properly

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Wide open pistes of the Grandvalira ski area in the Pyrenees, Andorra
Secondary Andorra Ages 12–18 5–6 nights

Andorra: Grandvalira Ski Area

Skiing & Winter Sports · Nature · Citizenship · Science

The Pyrenees' best-kept secret, budget-friendly skiing, guaranteed snow, and Europe's highest duty-free shopping on the side

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School ski group on the glacier pistes of Les Deux Alpes in the French Alps
Secondary France Ages 15–18 (adaptable across secondary) 5 days, residential with full board

Les Deux Alpes

Ski & Snowsports · Outdoor & Adventure · Teamwork & Resilience

One of Europe's great ski destinations, a classic learn-to-ski week on the slopes of the French Alps.

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The iconic Matterhorn pyramid towering above the Zermatt ski resort in Switzerland
Secondary Switzerland Ages 14–18 (adaptable across secondary) 6–7 days, residential with full board (classic ski week)

Swiss Alps Ski: Verbier or Zermatt

Ski & Snowsports · Outdoor & Adventure · Teamwork & Resilience

A premium ski week in two of the world's great resorts, vast pistes, world-class instruction and the Matterhorn on the horizon.

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Snow-covered slopes and alpine village of Bad Hofgastein in the Salzburg Alps, Austria
Secondary Austria Ages 13–18 (adaptable across secondary) 6–7 days, residential with full board (classic ski week)

Bad Hofgastein (Winter)

Ski & Snowsports · Outdoor & Adventure · Teamwork & Resilience

Ski one of Austria's biggest snow areas by day, then soak in the valley's famous thermal baths by night, a ski week with a difference, in the Salzburg Alps.

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Frequently asked questions

Our ski trips work for pupils from around 10 years upwards. Valmeinier is designed specifically for primary-age beginners (P5–P6); our other resorts suit secondary groups of all levels. Lessons are grouped by ability, so everyone progresses at their own pace.

Yes. Ski hire (skis, boots, poles and helmet) and lift passes are included in your package. Pupils only need warm clothing — we send a full kit list well in advance.

Every group travels with qualified instructors and meets regulation chaperone ratios. On the Move holds ABELIO safety certification and we provide full insurance, 24/7 emergency support and a detailed risk assessment.

Popular winter dates fill up fast — we recommend booking 6 to 9 months ahead. Get in touch early and we'll hold provisional places while you confirm numbers.

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