Our Story

We turn classrooms into continents.

Global Horizons was founded by educators and travel specialists who believed FE students deserved the same global opportunities as university peers. Today, we partner with colleges across the UK to design funded, inclusive, and unforgettable trips abroad.

Students on a Global Horizons trip
Our Mission

Broaden horizons. Build futures.

We exist to give every Further Education student the chance to study, work and live abroad — regardless of background, budget or barriers. Through Turing and Erasmus+ funded programmes and bespoke partnerships, we help colleges deliver life-changing learning experiences that map directly to their curriculum and learner outcomes.

Behind every itinerary is a team of former lecturers, programme leaders and travel designers — people who understand both BTECs and boarding passes.

10+

Years' combined experience

98%

Learner satisfaction

100%

Bid-to-trip success rate

24/7

On-trip support

Our Values

Five things every trip stands for

These aren't slogans — they're the lens we use to design every experience.

Curiosity

We spark questions that classrooms can't always answer.

Confidence

Stepping out of comfort zones and into new cultures.

Creativity

Real-world inspiration that fuels coursework and careers.

Inclusion

Every learner deserves a passport — we make sure of it.

Independence

Building life skills that last long after the flight home.

Let's Go

Want to put these values into practice?

Tell us about your college and learners — we'll do the rest.

Start Your Journey