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Holiday programs start on 9 January 2020 - BOOK NOW!

Intensive holiday programs and weekly term classes
for students of all ages

Holiday Programs

Intensive two- and three-day workshops across Sydney designed to help students flourish as public speakers and debaters in safe and nurturing classes.

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Weekly Term Programs

Weekly classes run by our enthusiastic coaches at various venues that help students develop their public speaking and debating skills in a welcoming environment.

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Course Levels

We make learning fun, and have programs tailored to suit everyone

Shy or outgoing, beginner or adept, young or old - it doesn't matter. We have holiday and term programs for students of all backgrounds, check them out below!

Presentation Skills Tabby Cats Years 1 - 2

A practical two day program that looks to provide students with a basic but important introduction to presenting in front of audiences, and focuses on developing individual skills rather than teaching abstract theory.
Presentation Skills Tigers Years 1 - 2

Set over two days, this course provides interactive and fun activities to both deepen students’ understanding of how to best present in front of a class and to further develop their confidence in speaking to audiences.
Speaking Camp Koalas Years 3 - 4

An interactive, activity-based three day course that aims to introduce the concepts of public speaking and debating to younger primary students with little or no experience presenting to groups.
Speaking Camp Kangaroos Years 3 - 4

This two day course for more experienced speakers enables students to apply their speaking skills in a variety of novel situations, allowing them to develop their confidence, critical thinking and resilience further.

Public Speaking Hummingbirds Years 5 - 6

This introductory level course aims to give primary school students a head start on their public speaking and speech writing skills in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Public Speaking Hawks Years 5 - 6

This workshop, which changes every holiday, helps students develop different specific skills relating to public speaking, such as improving their speaking manner, or developing their ability as an impromptu speaker.

Debating Hummingbirds Years 5 - 6

A three day introductory course for students with no experience in debating who want to see what it is all about. It is a great way to ease students in and provides a solid foundation to build upon.

Debating Hawks Years 5 - 6

This two day course for students with some debating experience that affords them the opportunity to consolidate their knowledge, exercise their debating skills and gain exposure to interesting and pertinent topics.
Foundations of Public Speaking Years 7 - 9

A public speaking program designed to help students in early high school develop the confidence to bring their words to life.

Experienced Public Speaking Years 7 - 9

This workshop, which changes every holiday, helps students develop specific public speaking skills, from presentation manner to impromptu speeches.
Foundations of Debating Years 7 - 9

A three day program which places the focus on learning the fundamental skills necessary to flourish in high school debating.

Experienced Debating Years 7 - 9

A two day workshop that combines multiple practice debates and a range of theoretical sessions to help high school students further flourish as debaters.

Presentation Skills Leopards Years 1 - 2

Formerly Term Tabby Cats
Presentation Skills Leopards is a hands-on beginner course that is ideal for students looking to build confidence in a supportive and welcoming environment.
Presentation Skills Lions Years 1 - 2

Formerly Term Tigers
This program, which has a number of variations, helps students develop their presentation skills in a range of different speaking styles.

Public Speaking Wallabies Years 3 - 4

Formerly Term Public Speaking Koalas
A beginner program that is ideal for students in Years 3 – 4 who are new to public speaking and who would like to build their confidence.

Debating Wallabies Years 3 - 4

Formerly Term Debating Koalas
Debating Wallabies is a great way for a beginner student to take their first steps into the world of debating!
Debating Wombats Years 3 - 4

Formerly Debating Kangaroos
A debating program that builds on the concepts covered in Debating Wallabies, and introduces students to more complex policy based topics and case structures.

Public Speaking Parrots Years 5 - 6

Formerly Term Public Speaking Hummingbirds
Public Speaking Parrots is an introductory course for students in Years 5 - 6 who are new to public speaking.
Debating Parrots Years 5 - 6

Formerly Term Debating Hummingbirds
Debating Parrots is the ideal course for students who are new to debating, or who have completed our Wallabies or Wombats Debating courses.

Debating Pelicans Years 5 - 6

Formerly Term Debating Hawks
Debating Pelicans builds on the foundational knowledge developed in Debating Parrots (or our Debating Hummingbirds holiday program) and helps students take their skills to the next level.
About Speaking Schools Australasia

We are raising the educational bar.

Our mission is to provide children with the soft skills and resilience they need to confidently navigate a constantly changing world.

We facilitate this through offering the best possible public speaking and debating programs to as many students as possible, regardless of background. By providing students with fun, welcoming and safe environments, we aim to improve students critical thinking, communication and teamwork skills, all the while helping them build confidence, empathy and resilience.

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Our Satisfied Parents

It's a wonderful and positive experience for our son. He was doing public speaking this time. He told me he wants to try "debating" "next time"!

This is HUGE!!!

Thank you to his coaches!

Rosaline, Parent Speaking Camp Koalas

From start to finish, this course has continually challenged and helped to develop my son's speaking skills. With his entry into high school approaching rapidly, I often worry if my son will be able to appropriately express his views - however, through this program, I now feel more assured than ever that my son will be able to speak confidently, formulate clear ideas and communicate well within his classroom and outside of school too.

The directors were helpful and always willing to answer my nagging questions, and my son has also made lasting friendships. He has improved and achieved his personal bests in the difficult area of public speaking and I couldn't possibly recommend this course more.

James, Parent Debating Hawks

My son is starting high school this year and is fantastic to have a school like yours, offering these courses to young people. About the course, he found it enjoyable and extremely useful.

Well done guys! Thank you for everything and please keep me updated about your upcoming events.

Bea, Parent Foundations of Public Speaking
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