Every memorable educational visit begins with someone working tirelessly behind the scenes to make it happen. Educational Visits Coordinators (EVCs) ensure that educational visits are not only safe, but also inclusive, enriching, and inspiring for every pupil whilst supporting the Visit Leaders who are on the ground.
The EVC of the Year Award shines a spotlight on those unsung heroes. Celebrating the dedication, creativity, and leadership of EVCs who go above and beyond to open up the world for young people.
This international award is your chance to recognise and celebrate the individuals who make a lasting impact through educational visits.
What is it?
The EVC of the Year Award celebrates an Educational Visits Coordinator who has shown exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment in embedding safe practice, inclusive, and inspiring educational visits.
Who can apply?
The EVC of the year award is open to:
Any appointed Educational Visits Coordinator (EVC) in a school, academy, or educational organisation.
All phases of education: primary, secondary, special, alternative provision, and post-16.
Nominees who have been in post for at least one full academic year.
Nominations can be made by headteachers, senior leaders, colleagues, or external partners.
How much does it cost to enter?
Nothing. It is an award to recognise the hard work EVCs put in, no one should have to pay for this recognition.
Award Criteria
Nominations will be judged on:
Leadership & Compliance – embedding safe practice, statutory compliance, and clear systems.
Impact on Pupils – demonstrating inclusion, enrichment, and improved outcomes.
Innovation & Enrichment – creating diverse, creative, and inspiring opportunities.
Professional Development & Legacy – supporting staff, sharing best practice, and embedding delivering lasting change.
Supporting Evidence – testimonials, case studies, or examples demonstrating impact.
How will it be judged?
Judged by a panel of representatives from education, outdoor learning, and school leadership.
Shortlisting against the published criteria.
The highest-scoring nominee will be selected as the winner.
What will they win?
The winner of the EVC of the Year Award will receive:
An award trophy and feature in The EVC Magazine.
£500 CPD funding for their school (provided by EVOLVE Advice).
£500 bursary towards a school trip (provided by EVOLVE Advice).
A goodie bag for the winning EVC.
A free delegate place at the National Educational Visits Conference.
The opportunity to become an EVC Ambassador, sharing best practice regionally and nationally.
Key Dates
Nominations open: 8th October 2025
Nominations close: 30th November 2025
Winner announced: 12th December 2025