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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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‘We rely on the generous support of our members, donors and volunteers to ensure we can reach those children who need our help most’

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What is oracy?

Oracy is to speaking what numeracy is to mathematics or literacy to reading and writing. Discover more about why it’s so important.

 Teacher presenting Oracy in Action to his class

Our educational approach

We work with teachers to improve oracy skills and cross-cultural understanding so that all young people, regardless of their background, can make their voices heard
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Primary school oracy workshops

Our primary school oracy workshops cover public speaking, debating, and performing.


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