Public Speaking Competition
WHAT: Largest public speaking competition for schools in England and Wales
AGE: Years 9-11
HOW: Registration open now
WHEN: Registration closes on 1 October
Schools’
Mace
WHAT: The oldest and largest debating competition for schools
AGE: Years 7-13
HOW: Registration open now
WHEN: Registration closes on 01 October
Performing Shakespeare
WHAT: Inclusive, accessible competition allowing students to perform Shakespeare
AGE: Years 7-9
HOW: Registration open now
WHEN: Registration closes on 01 October
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
Ouse Valley Junior Public Speaking Competition
WHAT: Public speaking competition for Bedfordshire primary schools
AGE: Years 4-5
HOW: Branch-led
Essex Junior Public Speaking Workshops & Competitions
WHAT: Public speaking workshops and competitions for Essex primary schools
AGE: Year 4
HOW: Branch-led by Colchester & Essex
Other Local Competitions
WHAT: Local competitions run by our branches across the country
AGE: Years 4-6 and Years 12 & 13
HOW: Branch-led
Registered charity number: 273136