A Coming of Age for TCBC
TCBC School Tours is celebrating 21 years of delivering school trips and educational tours for schools across the UK.
Reaching 20 last year was a huge milestone. But turning 21 feels different. It feels like a coming of age, a moment not just to reflect on everything we have achieved, but to recognise how far we have come and look ahead to the future of school travel with confidence.
A Landmark 20th Anniversary Year
Our 20th anniversary in 2025 was one of the most significant years in our history.
We celebrated in style, bringing together 20 of our loyal teachers and guides, along with our full team, for a memorable trip to Tallinn. It was a chance to say thank you to the people who have been part of our journey and to reflect on two decades of educational travel.
That same year, we achieved a major industry milestone.
After three consecutive years as finalists, TCBC was named Best School Tour Operator (Small to Medium Size) at the School Travel Awards. For schools choosing a trusted school tour operator, this recognition highlights the consistency, care and expertise behind every trip we deliver.
We also strengthened our partnerships within the educational travel sector, including becoming a corporate sponsor of Talbot House, Every Man’s Club in Poperinge, a site regularly visited by school groups on First World War Battlefields tours.
Trusted by Teachers: Feedback That Matters
For teachers planning school trips, trust and reliability are essential. Feedback from schools consistently highlights the level of support, organisation and communication provided by our team.
“TCBC are a platinum level tour company, whose service and care cannot be beaten. You are safe in their hands.”
– Adrian Stotten, St Mary’s Calne
“Of the many tour companies I have worked with, TCBC provide the best support to staff with organising trips. They take work off me and put the student experience at the heart of the process.”
– Sean Silver, Watford Grammar School for Boys
“Fantastic organisation and suggestions. One of the smoothest trips I have ever run. From start to finish, TCBC were friendly, organised and supportive, a seamless experience.”
– Philip Arkinstall, Hardenhuish School
This feedback reflects exactly what matters most to teachers, reduced workload, clear communication and confidence that every detail is taken care of.
Why Schools Choose a Trusted School Tour Operator
When teachers are planning school trips, choosing the right school tour operator is one of the most important decisions.
Schools typically look for:
Proven experience delivering school trips
Strong teacher feedback and reviews
Clear communication and support
Financial protection and reliability
With 21 years of experience organising school trips, award recognition and consistent feedback from schools, TCBC School Tours continues to meet these expectations.
21 Years of School Trips and Still Growing
If 2025 was about celebrating the journey so far, 2026 is about what comes next.
Over the past year, we have continued to grow in ways that make us incredibly proud:
We now have the largest team in our history, supporting schools at every stage
We have delivered more tours than ever before, across a wide range of destinations
We are seeing record forward bookings, with more schools planning trips with us than ever
For schools organising trips abroad, this growth reflects increasing trust. More teachers are choosing TCBC School Tours as their school trip company to deliver reliable and well-managed educational travel experiences.
The Team Behind Every School Trip
Behind every successful school tour is a team of experienced staff, guides and partners working together to deliver a seamless experience.
From initial planning and itinerary design to on-the-ground support, TCBC’s approach is built around making school trips easier for teachers to organise and deliver.
As we mark 21 years, we are proud to recognise the people behind that success:
“In 2005, I founded TCBC to offer schools a more personal, flexible and customised travel experience. 21 years later, that vision remains unchanged, and I am incredibly proud of what it has become. Today, we are a vibrant, award-winning business with an exceptional team, all committed to delivering those values on every trip we run.”
– Dan Hornby, Director
“Working at TCBC feels like being part of one big family, growing, supporting and celebrating together. The energy in this company still feels vibrant and young, shaped by the people who make it what it is.”
– Ruby Ho, Tour Specialist
“It is great to celebrate 21 years of TCBC and be part of a team who have been doing what we are doing for this long and only getting bigger and better.”
– Denise Shelton, Transport Manager
“The best things in life are the people we have met, the places we have been and the memories we have made. That is what TCBC is for me.”
– Natalia Sotshjova, Contracts and Safety Manager
“I am very proud to be part of such a dedicated and motivated team of educational travel experts at TCBC.”
– Lee Perkins, Tour Specialist
A Trusted School Tour Operator for the Future
Turning 21 represents confidence, stability and continued improvement.
We are proud of our experience, but we are not standing still. We continue to refine what we do, invest in our team, strengthen our partnerships and deliver even better experiences for the schools we work with.
While the business has grown, the focus remains the same.
Delivering well-planned, curriculum-relevant school trips, with the support and expertise teachers need at every stage.
For schools looking for a trusted school tour operator, TCBC continues to provide:
Expert planning and organisation
Strong communication and support
High-quality educational experiences
Thank You
Every school trip we run is built on trust.
To the teachers, schools, guides, partners and team members who have worked with us over the past 21 years, thank you for being part of our journey. Your support has made this milestone possible.
As we look ahead, we remain focused on delivering outstanding school tours for the next generation of students.
Planning Your Next School Trip?
If you are planning a school trip and looking for a trusted school tour operator, our team is here to help.
With 21 years of experience, award-winning service and dedicated support, we make school trips easier to organise and deliver.
Enquire today to start planning your next school tour.
