Liverpool Civil & Family Court

Monday 9th – Friday 13th November 2026

A week of inspirational curriculum-linked educational visits at Liverpool Civil and Family Court, helping pupils to gain practical experience of the law and justice system.

Two-hour interactive workshops bring the law to life through hands-on, authentic and unforgettable learning experiences. Pupils get the opportunity to meet and ask questions to a Judge.

Pupils will explore a contemporary or historical case in a real courtroom. They will prepare and present a trial, taking on all the courtroom roles, reach a verdict and explore sentencing options.

Topics

Key Stage 2: Contemporary Topics: Robbery, Cyberbullying
Key Stage 2: Historical Topics: Victorian Child
Key Stage 3-5: Contemporary Topics: Knife Crime, Hate Crime, County Lines, Murder (KS5 only)
Key Stage 4-5: Historical Topic: Capital Punishment Derek Bentley

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