Where the Past Meets the Future

Boarding Experience

This programme is a journey to the heart of the British boarding tradition at Harrow School, where participants will not only live in historic boarding houses but also explore Harrow on the Hill, learning about the House system's significance, notable alumni, and their legacies. Students will engage with the quintessence of boarding life—cultivating independence, building camaraderie, and gaining a profound understanding of residential learning. The experience is designed to foster personal growth and leadership skills through cultural immersion, as they create 'mini-houses' and tackle leadership challenges, embodying the spirit and traditions of the storied institution.

British Debating and Public Speaking

The programme delves into the mastery and impact of British rhetoric, immersing students in the transformative power of oratory and debate that has sculpted both the United Kingdom and global discourse. Engaging sessions will transport participants into the realm of eloquent expression, celebrating the influential art of speech. Students will interactively engage with historic debates, dissect landmark speeches, and partake in hands-on public speaking workshops. They will be introduced to the distinguished techniques and eloquence that have gained British public speaking global acclaim. The day is crafted not only to broaden their comprehension of persuasive communication but also to arm them with the prowess to express their thoughts with the confidence and artistry characteristic of Britain's most esteemed speakers.

Sports & Activities

A dynamic array of British sports and social activities awaits, each designed to deepen cultural understanding and instill values of courage, fellowship, and personal development. Physical pursuits are paired with social events, including team-building exercises, challenge nights, and themed evenings that echo traditional inter-house competitions. These activities are thoughtfully crafted to encourage social interaction and personal development, emphasizing our commitment to shaping the leaders of tomorrow. Featured sports include cricket, tennis, Harrow football, the Eton wall game, and Harrow Fives.

Cultural Activities – Harry Potter & Tolkien

Discover the minds of Britain's literary giants as students step into the realms of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth and J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter universe. Through storytelling workshops and characterisation techniques, participants see iconic characters come alive, weaving the real with the fictional. These experiences lead to a unique collaborative project where students hone their writing skills and creativity, crafting their own group novel. Alongside enchanting visits to Harry Potter World and insightful day trips to London's top museums and historical landmarks, students embrace a holistic approach to learning that fosters social interaction, humility, teamwork, and personal development.

The Dyson Design Challenge

Inspired by one of Britain’s most renowned living inventors and industrial designers, students delve into how inventions have changed Britain and the world. They think unconventionally and craft innovative solutions. As they tackle some of today's most urgent societal issues, these young visionaries collaborate and spark their collective ingenuity to create engineering solutions with a global impact. This process introduces them to the design journey, sharpening their analytical and problem-solving skills—essential tools for any engineer. Their adventure peaks with a dynamic presentation of their ideas, structured in the exciting and interactive format of a Dragon’s Den pitch, which captures the imagination and fuels a passion for invention and design.

Becoming Sherlock Holmes

Step into the fog-laden streets of Victorian London, the stomping grounds of Sherlock Holmes, Britain's iconic sleuth crafted by the ingenious Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The spellbinding Sherlock Holmes tales have indelibly shaped the genre of mystery writing and left an enduring imprint on popular culture. Students immerse themselves in the intriguing world of Baker Street and the Edwardian era before stepping into the shoes of a detective to unravel the enigma of Harrow's very own Murder Mystery. This captivating challenge sharpens their skills in deduction and forensic science, as they analyze trace evidence and decipher cryptic codes. As the mystery unfurls and a suspect comes to light, students are thrust into the heart of British justice during an exhilarating mock trial, witnessing the law come to life in a courtroom drama.