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    Law Explorers

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    Law Explorers introduces legal thinking through mock trials, debate and case-based activities, helping young learners build reasoned arguments and confidence.

    Last verified: 30 Aug 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
    Law Explorers

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    Law Explorers Program at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Subject interest; good English

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 9-12

    Location / Region

    Harrow School, UK

    Cost

    £1,995; £2,595

    Duration

    1 week

    Format

    In-person summer school

    Next session

    4 July 2027 - 10 July 2027

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    Law & justice

    Class size: Up to 15 students

    Accommodation: Residential or non-residential

    Meals: Full board for residential

    Outcome: Certificate, feedback and recommendation

    Teaching time: 12 small-group lesson hours

    Law Explorers Program summary

    Law Explorers is an interactive introduction to laws, rights, justice, evidence and legal argument, taught through age-appropriate activities rather than a fixed syllabus.

    Students discuss competing viewpoints, examine cases, build arguments and take part in role-play and mock trials. Small-group teaching emphasizes participation, reasoning and reflection.

    It suits curious young learners who enjoy debating ideas, solving problems and explaining their opinions. Previous law study is unnecessary.

    The broader experience combines academic lessons with projects, excursions, supervised activities and pastoral support at Harrow School.

    What is Law Explorers?

    Law Explorers is an Atlas Summer Courses introduction to legal thinking for younger students. It explores how laws shape society and how ideas about rights, responsibilities, fairness and justice can be examined through evidence and reasoned argument.

    Teaching is interactive and age-appropriate, using discussion, role-play, case-based challenges and mock trials. Tutors create and adapt their syllabi around the group's ages, abilities and interests, so precise topics can vary between sessions.

    Why Succeed highlights Law Explorers Program

    • The course makes legal thinking accessible through mock trials, role-play, debates and real-life cases.

    • Twelve hours of small-group lessons give students structured time to question evidence and explain their reasoning.

    • Tutors adapt the syllabus to the group's interests and needs instead of following one rigid curriculum.

    • Residential and non-residential packages give families different ways to access the Harrow School experience.

    • Completion brings a certificate, detailed tutor feedback and a personalized recommendation letter.

    Who is Law Explorers Program for?

    Best for

    Curious young learners who enjoy discussing fairness, weighing evidence, solving problems and explaining different viewpoints.

    Not ideal if

    Your child needs a fixed, identical syllabus or wants advanced legal qualifications rather than an exploratory introduction.

    Is Law Explorers Program worth it?

    Law Explorers can be worthwhile for a child who is genuinely curious about rules, justice and debate. The combination of small-group teaching, mock trials and case-based activities offers a practical way to test that interest while developing transferable reasoning and communication skills.

    The main limitation is that the course lasts only one week and follows a tutor-designed syllabus, so it is an introduction rather than comprehensive legal study. Families should also compare the residential and non-residential inclusions carefully when judging value.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    £1,995; £2,595; includes All interactive classes for groups of up to 15, Lunch and dinner with the non-residential package, Full-board meals with the residential package, Shared accommodation with the residential package, All-day trips and activities, Certificate awarded on completion, Travel and medical insurance with the residential package.

    Accommodation

    Residential or non-residential

    Meals

    Full board for residential

    Supervision or safety information

    Trained on-course staff provide welfare support and age-appropriate supervision. Residential students also have house-parent support, and ages 9-12 remain accompanied by staff.

    Provider details

    Review the Atlas Summer Courses provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    1 week; Harrow School, UK.

    What to check before committing

    Confirm current dates, payment terms, travel arrangements, cancellation rules and what is included with the provider.

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    How much preparation does Law Explorers Program need?

    Effort level

    Moderate and highly participatory.

    Best started

    Begin four to six weeks before the preferred session to prepare the application, travel plans and any onboarding tasks.

    Main challenge

    Explaining a position while considering evidence and opposing viewpoints.

    Typical preparation

    • Choose a preferred 2027 session and compare the residential and non-residential packages.

    • Draft the short personal statement around the student's interest in law, justice or debate.

    • Complete onboarding tasks and read the Welcome Pack and Student Handbook before travel.

    • Review any pre-course reading sent by the tutor.

    Useful if

    The student already enjoys debate, problem-solving or discussing fairness.

    What do students do on Law Explorers Program?

    Students explore legal ideas through interactive lessons and then apply them through discussion, role-play, mock trials, projects and reflection.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Examine why societies create laws and what makes rules fair.

    2. 2

      Consider rights, responsibilities and competing viewpoints in age-appropriate cases.

    3. 3

      Assess evidence before reaching and explaining a conclusion.

    4. 4

      Build and present balanced arguments through debates and role-play.

    5. 5

      Take part in mock trials and other case-based challenges.

    6. 6

      Reflect on learning and apply it through group projects and activities.

    Law Explorers Program dates and deadlines

    July session 1

    4 July 2027 - 10 July 2027

    Non-residential £1,995; residential £2,595

    Upcoming

    July session 2

    11 July 2027 - 17 July 2027

    Non-residential £1,995; residential £2,595

    Upcoming

    July session 3

    18 July 2027 - 24 July 2027

    Non-residential £1,995; residential £2,595

    Upcoming

    July session 4

    25 July 2027 - 31 July 2027

    Non-residential £1,995; residential £2,595

    Upcoming

    August session

    1 August 2027 - 7 August 2027

    Non-residential £1,995; residential £2,595

    Upcoming

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Ages 9-10 or 11-12

    • Genuine interest in the chosen subject

    • Good spoken and written English

    • No previous law knowledge required

    • No formal entry requirements

    • Parent or guardian details required for applicants under 18

    How much does Law Explorers Program cost?

    Program fee

    £1,995; £2,595 — Non-residential and Standard residential prices

    Funding or discounts

    • Deposit: £695 — Harrow Juniors deposit
    • Scholarships: None offered — No current scholarships or bursaries
    • Payment plans: Available — Remaining balance can be paid in installments

    What's included

    All interactive classes for groups of up to 15, Lunch and dinner with the non-residential package, Full-board meals with the residential package, Shared accommodation with the residential package, All-day trips and activities, Certificate awarded on completion, Travel and medical insurance with the residential package

    How to apply to Law Explorers Program

    1. 1

      Select Law Explorers, the preferred course date and a package or accommodation option.

    2. 2

      Provide the student's contact information, country of residence and parent or guardian details.

    3. 3

      Write a short personal statement explaining the student's interests and goals.

    4. 4

      Add the student's current or most recent school information.

    5. 5

      Review the course, dates, preferences, personal details and fees before submitting.

    6. 6

      Wait for the admissions review and follow the offer instructions if accepted.

    7. 7

      Pay the deposit to secure the place and complete enrollment.

    What does Law Explorers Program cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Laws and society

    Explore why societies need laws and how rules shape everyday life.

    Fairness and justice

    Discuss what makes a rule fair and why people may disagree.

    Evidence and conclusions

    Examine evidence and explain how it supports a reasoned conclusion.

    Legal argument

    Build convincing arguments while considering both sides of a case.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Law Explorers Program?

    A typical day during the program.

    Weekday mornings

    Two extended small-group lessons explore legal scenarios and ideas.

    Afternoons

    Group projects, supervised homework and off-site excursions extend classroom learning.

    Evenings

    Residential students join supervised socials, games and community activities.

    Who teaches on Law Explorers Program?

    Experienced educators and subject specialists teach the junior courses, adapting their approach to younger students' ages, abilities and interests. Tutors for a particular session are confirmed closer to the summer.

    The 11-12 course uses interactive classes of up to 15 students.

    Where do students stay on Law Explorers Program?

    Residential plan

    • Harrow School rooms: Students stay in standard shared rooms supported by house parents and on-course staff.
    • Full-board catering: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided, with dietary requirements catered for.
    • Pastoral support: On-course staff provide age-appropriate supervision, welfare support and regular check-ins.
    • Campus activities: Students can join sports, social events, evening activities and excursions.

    Non-residential plan

    • Day-student option: Teaching, lunch, dinner, all-day trips and activities are included.

    The non-residential package does not include accommodation.

    What happens after Law Explorers Program?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Receive a certificate confirming course participation and dates.

    Use detailed tutor feedback to understand academic engagement and progress.

    Keep a personalized recommendation letter recognizing participation and achievement.

    Carry reasoning, evidence evaluation and communication skills into future study.

    Join the alumni network for course guidance, events and future-program discounts.

    The course is exploratory and is not a law-school qualification or academic-credit program.

    Where does Law Explorers Program take place?

    The program is hosted at Harrow School in Harrow, United Kingdom, using the boarding school's teaching, dining, accommodation and activity facilities. Atlas Summer Courses hires the campus for its summer programs and is not affiliated with Harrow School.

    Residential and non-residential package options are available for the published 11-12 sessions.

    Law Explorers Program FAQs

    Students explore laws, justice, rights, responsibilities, evidence and legal argument. Tutors adapt the precise topics to the group's interests, abilities and engagement.

    No. The program is designed as an age-appropriate introduction, and there are no formal entry requirements.

    The 11-12 course is taught in interactive classes of up to 15 students. The broader junior teaching model uses small groups divided by age where appropriate.

    The one-week program includes 12 hours of structured small-group lessons. Projects, reflection, supervised activities and excursions sit around that academic teaching.

    Yes. Published 11-12 sessions offer a non-residential option alongside Standard residential accommodation.

    Residential students receive breakfast, lunch and dinner. The published non-residential package includes lunch and dinner.

    Students receive a certificate of completion, detailed tutor feedback and a personalized recommendation letter.

    Trained on-course staff provide welfare support and age-appropriate supervision. Residential students also have house-parent support, and ages 9-12 remain accompanied by staff.

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