🌻 Bookings are open for the Spring School Holidays! 🌻 Search Workshops
🎉 Term #4 program bookings are open! 🎉 Book Now

2-4-1 Trial Class - Public Speaking & Debating on the Lower North Shore

Book two trial classes for the price of one in Chatswood or North Sydney.

Book Your Trial

Choose Your Venue

Trial classes available across three Lower North Shore locations.

North Sydney Campus (Head Office)

When: Tuesday afternoons & Saturdays

Year groups: Kindy to Year 7

Our Head Office on Pacific Highway, with weekday classes to start the school week strong and a full Saturday line-up.

View full timetable
  • Presentation Skills Lions Years 1 - 2 • Tue 4:00PM - 5:00PM
  • Debating Parrots Years 5 - 7 • Tue 5:00PM - 6:30PM
  • Public Speaking Honeyeaters Years 5 - 7 • Thu 9:00AM - 3:00PM
  • Debating Quokkas Years 3 - 4 • Thu 9:00AM - 3:00PM
  • Presentation Skills Tigers Years 1 - 2 • Thu 9:00AM - 3:00PM
  • Presentation Skills Leopards Years 1 - 2 • Sat 11:45AM - 12:45PM
  • Speaking Skills Butterflies Kindy • Sat 11:45AM - 12:45PM
  • Public Speaking Penguins Years 5 - 7 • Sat 12:45PM - 1:45PM
  • Public Speaking Wombats Years 3 - 4 • Sat 12:45PM - 1:45PM
  • Debating Wallabies Years 3 - 4 • Sat 2:00PM - 3:30PM
  • Presentation Skills Lions Years 1 - 2 • Sat 2:00PM - 3:30PM
  • Debating Parrots Years 5 - 7 • Sat 3:00PM - 4:30PM

Dougherty Campus, Chatswood

When: Thursday afternoons

Year groups: Years 1 - 6

Well-established public speaking and debating programs running in the heart of Chatswood at the Dougherty Centre.

View full timetable
  • Presentation Skills Leopards Years 1 - 2 • Thu 4:00PM - 5:00PM
  • Debating Parrots Years 5 - 7 • Thu 4:15PM - 5:45PM
  • Public Speaking Wombats Years 3 - 4 • Thu 5:00PM - 6:00PM

Chatswood Library

When: Friday afternoons

Year groups: Years 1 - 7

Long-running after-school programs with public speaking and debating classes running on Friday afternoons.

View full timetable
  • Debating Parrots Years 5 - 7 • Fri 4:00PM - 5:30PM
  • Debating Wallabies Years 3 - 4 • Fri 4:00PM - 5:30PM
  • Presentation Skills Lions Years 1 - 2 • Fri 4:00PM - 5:30PM
✅

We'll confirm your spot as soon as possible

🎤

Your child joins the regular class, with all materials provided

🤝

Decide afterwards whether to enrol - no pressure, no obligation

Book a Trial Class

Fill in the form below and we'll be in touch as soon as possible to confirm your spot.

Check the timetable on the page above and tell us which program and time suits best.
Optional
★★★★★

What parents are saying

Trusted by families across Sydney since 2015.

My daughter joined SSA for debating class and now this is one of her favourite activities on Saturday. The teacher was very nice and there is no homework pressure just fun activities and debating practice.

Debating Wallabies
Lindsay L, Parent Debating Wallabies

My son goes to this programme every school holidays and now so happy they added a term based program near where I live! I highly recommend this centre for anyone hoping to build confidence in piblic speaking!

Presentation Skills Leopards
Kate, Parent Presentation Skills Leopards

My daughter has been enrolled in Debating parrots for last 2 terms, her trainers had done a great job in motivating and guiding her through debating skills. She thoroughly enjoys the classes and gained so much knowledge, looking forward for the next term. Highly recommend Sydney Speaking School Australasia.

Debating Parrots
Mythreyi, Parent Debating Parrots

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a two-for-one trial work?

Put simply, you pay for one trial class, and are able to attend two. We've found this is a much better way for students to get a feel for the class and make an informed decision on whether they want to continue.

What if my child is nervous?

That's completely normal - most kids are a little nervous at first. Our coaches are trained to create a warm, supportive environment where every child can participate at their own pace. Many of our most confident speakers started out as the quietest kids in the room.

What does my child need to bring?

Just themselves! We provide all materials. A water bottle is a good idea, but that's it.

How big are the classes?

Our classes have a maximum of 9 students, so every child gets plenty of time to practise and receive individual feedback from their coach.

What if we can't make our preferred trial dates?

No problem - trials are available across the first three weeks of term. Just let us know what works and we'll find a session for you.

Is there really no obligation to enrol?

None at all. Come along to the two trial sessions, see what your child thinks, and decide afterwards. No follow-up pressure, no sales pitch.