A mixed-experience program that is ideal for students in Years 3 – 4 who would like to build their confidence.
Student to Teacher Ratio 9:1Make sure students get plenty of opportunities to practice and receive constructive feedback in a friendly, supportive environment.
Enrich each session with new theoretical insights about public speaking using a structured approach to learning.
Help students uncover the thrill that comes with public speaking!
Wednesday
5:40PM - 6:40PM
1st May - 3rd July
10 Weeks
$275
Thursday
4:30PM - 6:30PM
2nd May - 4th July
10 Weeks
$500
Tuesday
4:45PM - 6:15PM
21st May - 25th June
6 Weeks
$270
Monday
4:30PM - 6:00PM
22nd April - 24th June
9 Weeks
$405 $365
Monday
6:00PM - 7:30PM
22nd April - 24th June
9 Weeks
$495 $446
Friday
4:30PM - 6:00pm
26th April - 28th June
10 Weeks
$600
Saturday
10:00AM - 11:00AM
4th May - 29th June
9 Weeks
$288
Saturday
10:00AM - 11:00PM
4th May - 29th June
9 Weeks
$0
Saturday
12:15PM - 1:15PM
4th May - 29th June
9 Weeks
$288
Saturday
1:00PM - 2:00PM
4th May - 6th July
10 Weeks
$320
Saturday
1:15PM - 2:15PM
4th May - 29th June
9 Weeks
$256
Saturday
1:30PM - 3:00pm
20th April - 22nd June
9 Weeks
$450 $405
Bookings for Term 2 are now open!
Merged with our former Speaking Skills Joeys program.
Please note there will be no classes on Monday, 10 June 2024, for the King’s Birthday Public Holiday. This has already been accounted for in the prices.
Key Features
Term Focuses
Every term, we ensure that our Public Speaking Wombats program helps students understand the fundamental concepts involved with public speaking.
Emphasis is placed on the following each term in 2024:
While it’s recommended that students try each of these focuses, and the emphases change each year, there is no particular need to start with any of them, meaning students are welcome to join at any time!
More Information
Whilst most people often think that arguments are the best way to get their audience onside, that is often not the case – our Term #2 focus helps students take a different path down the road of Crafting Stories to engage their audiences.
In this program, we take a holistic approach to creating engaging narratives and focus on how the three pillars of storytelling – characters, settings and plots – interact with one another. This ensures that your stories are both exciting and impactful.
With our guidance, students in this program will learn how to spin a good yarn that will captivate their audience and leave them wanting more!
After completing the Crafting Stories program, students should:
Our Public Speaking Wombats program is a mixed-level class for students in Years 3 & 4 designed for students starting out in the world of public speaking as well as those with some speaking experience.
Public Speaking Wombats caters for:
We usually recommend that students continue with Public Speaking Wombats throughout Years 3 & 4 – there is a different focus every term, so there’s always something new for students to learn!
Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss what’s best for your child!
Revision of Fundamental Concepts
The program commences by providing a concise yet crucial review of fundamental public speaking principles, covering audience engagement and speech structure.
This initial step prepares students for the subsequent parts of the program, guaranteeing a consistent starting point for all, particularly those with limited prior exposure to public speaking.
Creative Narrative Essentials
After going through the essentials, the subsequent few sessions are focused on learning how to conceive and write interesting and meaningful stories.
This is achieved by integrating the essential storytelling pillars, which include characters, settings and plots, into their narratives.
Practice speeches and interactive activities
The remainder of the program allows students to work through a variety of interactive activities and practice speeches that are designed to enhance their persuasive and presentation skills while also encouraging them to apply the concepts that they have learned.
Students are given ample opportunities to demonstrate their skills in class and receive constructive feedback to keep improving!
Coach Updates
The term ends with a coach update – an opportunity for parents to meet with coaches and learn about their child’s progress as well as having any and all of their questions answered.
As a mixed-experience program, our Public Speaking Wombats program is designed to be completed multiple times – with a different focus every term, there’s always something new for students to take away from the program!
Alternatively, if your child would like to try debating, our Debating Wallabies program teaches students all the essential skills they need to become great debaters!
However, if you’re looking for something during a school break, you may want to try one of our holiday workshops, such as Speaking Camp Kangaroos, which builds on the skills learned during the term.
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions, or get in touch using our contact form to learn more!
Highly recommendable. My daughter is learning thick and fast, and enjoys the sessions very much. The staff is highly qualified, also another remarkable point is great communication with parents and students.
Very impressed with the online teaching!
Of the dozens of Wombats students surveyed in 2023...
had fun!
felt more confident!
improved their speaking manner!
wanted to come back next time!
