Westminster Palace
27 – 31 July 2026

Shaun Davies MP
2026 Summer School

An exclusive opportunity for young people in Telford to experience life in an MP's office — including a day in Westminster with travel provided.

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When

27 – 31 July 2026

Who

Years 10 – 13

Where

Telford Constituency Office & Westminster

Places

Two students from each secondary school will be shortlisted

What to Expect

A week of hands-on experience in politics and public service

The Shaun Davies MP Summer School gives young people from Telford a unique chance to step inside the world of a Member of Parliament. Over five days, you'll work directly with Shaun's team, learn how an MP's office operates, and develop skills that will serve you for years to come.

This opportunity is open to students from Holy Trinity Academy, New Road Academy, Telford Langley School, Madeley Academy, Telford Park School, and Thomas Telford School. Two students from each school will be selected and shortlisted. The week culminates in a presentation of your project work — a real opportunity to make your voice heard.

A Day in Westminster

Travel to London provided — experience Parliament and the House of Commons first-hand.

Work in an MP's Office

Learn what it's really like to support an MP and understand Shaun's role serving Telford.

Real Constituency Projects

Work on a project throughout the week, culminating in a final presentation.

Meet Partner Organisations

Connect with local organisations in Telford and understand community impact.

The Programme

What you'll be doing

The week is structured around four core areas that make up the daily work of an MP's office. You'll rotate through each area and contribute to real projects.

Administrative Support

Managing emails and correspondence

Filing documents and maintaining records

Your Week

Day-by-day breakdown

Monday

27 July

  • Welcome and induction
  • Office systems training
  • Introduction to constituency casework

Tuesday

28 July

  • Research briefing workshop
  • Meeting with local Partners
  • Team project planning

Wednesday

29 July

  • Day trip to Westminster
  • Tour of Parliament
  • Shadowing in the House of Commons

Thursday

30 July

  • Communications day
  • Social media content creation
  • Partner organisation visits

Friday

31 July

  • Final project presentation
  • Feedback session
  • Certificates and celebration

What you will gain

  • Practical experience in politics and public service
  • Valuable skills for CVs and university applications
  • Networking with local organisations and leaders
  • First-hand insight into how Parliament works
  • A certificate of completion and reference letter

Partner Organisations

You'll meet and learn from organisations across Telford

Telford & Wrekin Council
Citizens Advice
Telford Community Groups
Youth Support Services

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Ready to apply?

If you're in Years 10 to 13 and attend one of the six eligible schools in Telford, you are welcome to apply. Two students from each school will be shortlisted.

Holy Trinity AcademyNew Road AcademyTelford Langley SchoolMadeley AcademyTelford Park SchoolThomas Telford School

Application Deadline

Applications close midnight Sunday 14th July

Travel to Westminster

All travel for the Westminster day trip is provided

Certificate & Reference

All participants receive a certificate and can request a reference

Summer School 2026 Application

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School Reference

Please provide details of a personal tutor or relevant teacher who can support your application.