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Become part of a 5,000+ community which believes that speaking and listening skills are central to personal fulfilment and cultural understanding

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One-off or regular donations are vital to our work, helping us ensure that young people everywhere have the oracy skills they need to thrive

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We’re hugely grateful to those who volunteer their time in helping to organise and run ESU programmes and competitions. Find out how you could help

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Empower your students with world-class oracy — partner with us today!

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Who We Are

The English-Speaking Union (ESU) is an international educational charity with a mission to help young people build the speaking and listening skills they need to thrive and build a more collaborative world.

With a presence in 50+ countries, we offer world-class public speaking, debate and oracy programmes designed for diverse learners and educators across the globe.

Discover Your Voice – Student Workshops

Fun, engaging sessions in public speaking or debate, designed for all age groups and experience levels. Delivered in-person or online, in half or full-day formats, each session builds confidence, creativity and communication skills through interactive activities. 

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Teacher CPD – Oracy Theory and Practice

Empower your teaching staff with practical tools to embed oracy across the curriculum. Our CPD includes research-backed pedagogy, real-world strategies and flexible delivery – perfect for whole-school initiatives or subject-specific teams.

Debate Academy – Summer Programme Franchise

Bring the excitement of debate to your summer offer! We provide a full curriculum, training materials, and expert oracy coaches for an inspirational week-long summer camp – delivered in the UK or abroad.

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Dartmouth House – An Unforgettable Experience

Host your students or staff at our historic Mayfair headquarters in London. A cultural and educational venue like no other, Dartmouth House enhances every learning experience we offer.

The IPSC - Changing Lives

We’re proud to run the ESU International Public Speaking Competition, reaching over 100,000 students worldwide. Join a community committed to giving young people the tools to thrive in a globalised world.

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Our National ESUs

There are over 50 national ESUs around the world from Albania to Yemen. All work to promote proficiency in spoken English as a means of cultural exchange and understanding.

Let’s Talk

Whether you’re looking to enrich your curriculum, empower your staff or offer your students oracy training that will stay with them throughout their lives, we’re here to help. Get in touch at [email protected] to discuss your specific requirements and get a quote for your school.

Sashane Dassanayake from Sri Lanka, winner of the International Public Speaking Competition 2025


Registered charity number: 273136

Dartmouth House, 37 Charles Street, London W1J 5ED. Tel. 020 7529 1550

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