FTL 2026 Programme
22-26 July 2026, Cumberland Lodge, Windsor
The 2026 summer school invites high school students into conversation with academics, policy makers, and industry leaders in law, healthcare, technology, and financial services about the challenges facing their generation.
Learning will take place in workshop-style settings, with delegates hearing from the experts before collaborating on practical tasks based on real-world scenarios in their fields. Delegates will also chair panel discussions, interview experts, present to their peers, and participate in roundtable discussion.
About Cumberland Lodge
Cumberland Lodge is the former official residence of the Ranger of Windsor Great Park, an office currently held by His Majesty King Charles III. It is now an educational charity that exists to empower young people to lead the conversation around social division. It regularly plays host to university departments, legal and medical training bodies, and many other public and private sector organisations.
Full-board accomodation
Full-board accommodation is provided on site. Each room is equipped with an en-suite bathroom and Wi-Fi. Delegates will be paired up with a roommate based on their interests, providing the opportunity for further discussion and lasting friendships. While we encourage delegates to share rooms, single rooms may be available on request.
Workshops
Day 1: Trust
Health Data
Cybersecurity
Democracy and “Post-Truth”
Confirmed Experts: Dr Cosima Gretton and Prof. Quassim Cassam
Day 2: Justice
AI in the Justice System
Space Law
Robot Tax
Day 3: Power
Big Tech and the State
Global Fragmentation
Blockchain and Decentralisation
Day 4: Planet
Climate Diplomacy
Pandemic Preparedness
Migration
Confirmed Expert: Laurie Laybourn, Executive Director of the Strategic Climate Risks Initiative
Day 5: Capstone
Delegate Panels
Team Projects
Essay Competition Awards and Prizegiving
Programme size
Space is limited to forty places, so delegates will get the chance to see up close how today's thought leaders approach the issues that matter to them.
To apply
The deadline for the first round of applications is 15 January 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and will close as soon as forty exceptional candidates have been accepted.
Travel
Cumberland Lodge is a 25-minute taxi ride from Heathrow airport and a 50-minute drive from central London. The nearest train station is Egham. Help with transfers for international delegates is available on request.
