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John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize

We are very proud of Alice (13M) and Emily (13M) who have been shortlisted for the John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize, one of the world's most competitive essay competitions for young people.

This year the prize drew 100,227 entries from 183 countries. Essays are judged by senior academics from the world’s top universities (including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Princeton, and Stanford) and marked on original thinking, depth of knowledge, clarity of reasoning, and persuasive style.

Alice sought to answer the question: Is religious experience better explained by neuroscience or by theology? Emily tackled: Is space travel a necessity or an indulgence?

The girls are heading to the awards ceremony in London this week where the winners will be announced. Best of luck and well done to you both!

A Compass for Life

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