Public Speaking Competition
WHAT: Largest public speaking competition for schools in England and Wales
AGE: Years 9-11
HOW: Registration opens in the summer term
WHEN: Registration closes on 31 October
Schools’
Mace
WHAT: The oldest and largest debating competition for schools
AGE: Years 7-13
HOW: Registration opens in the summer term
WHEN: Registration closes on 1 October
Performing Shakespeare
WHAT: Inclusive, accessible competition allowing students to perform Shakespeare
AGE: Years 7-9
HOW: Registration opens in the summer term
WHEN: Registration closes on 16 December
World Schools Debating Championship
WHAT: The most respected international English-language debating competition
AGE: Students aged 14-19
HOW: Applications open in late August each year