Global Education

Global Trips and Intercultural Competencies

Whether learning from guest speakers from Afghanistan and Haiti, or studying the ruins of Ancient Rome in Italy, Global Education at Derryfield provides students profound opportunities for experiential learning.

More than School Trips

Global Travel Opportunities

Derryfield offers a variety of global travel experiences every year to students in both middle and upper school. Our students have traveled to South Africa, Nepal, Dominican Republic, Germany, England, Vietnam, and Washington D.C., to name a few!

Marine Ecology & Sustainability

Location: The Island School, Freetown, Bahamas
Grades: 7-8 (Grade 6 with permission, space permitting)

Students will stay at the campus of The Island School in Eleuthera, Bahamas for the week.  They will take part in experiential activities on land and in the water such as biking and snorkeling; participate in marine ecology and wildlife research; build team and leadership skills; and of course, enjoy the beautiful seaside setting and weather.

Discovering STEM in London

Location: London, UK
Grades: 9-12

Students will explore science, technology, and innovation through an immersive week in London! In addition to visiting iconic sites, highlights will include hands-on STEM experiences at the renowned Science Museum, a visit to the Thames Barrier to study climate change and flood defense, and discussing astronomy at the historic Greenwich Royal Observatory. Students will also dive into the thrilling physics of roller coaster design at Thorpe Park, ascend The Shard for a discussion on modern engineering, and take part in a conservation-focused workshop at the ZSL London Zoo. Students will relish British culture in the process–with lots of fish & chips as well as a traditional afternoon British tea service!

Habitat for Humanity

Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Grades: 9-12 (students must be 16 years old by March 15, 2026)

Since 2006, The Derryfield School has enjoyed a partnership in service with Habitat for Humanity. Our group will travel to Winston-Salem, NC to spend a week building homes alongside construction staff and local volunteers. Aside from working hard and learning new skills, students will come home with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for the need for affordable housing.

Latin American Travel Program

Location: Central or South America
Grades: 9-12

Details to be announced in early August!

 

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