Public Speaking

Years 3 to 12

Public speaking programs develop students' speech-writing and oral presentation skills. Students can participate in a range of competitions. Digital resources are also available to support students, including tips from previous winners.

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Programs

The Plain English Speaking Award

Literature and language arts
Secondary students aged 15 or older
The competition aims to encourage the use of clear and effective spoken English. Successful speakers progress through local, regional and state rounds where they deliver both prepared and impromptu speeches.

The Legacy Junior Public Speaking Awards

Literature and language arts
Secondary students aged 14 or younger
Successful speakers progress through local, regional and state rounds where they deliver both prepared and impromptu speeches, with the state champion and runner-up representing NSW at a national final. This competition is made possible by the generous support of Sydney Legacy.

The Multicultural Perspectives Public Speaking Competition

Literature and language arts
Years 3 to 6
This competition encourages primary school students to explore ideas of multiculturalism in Australia while they practise their public speaking skills and improve their confidence.
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Related digital resources

Roles and rules of debating

Creative Class Literature and language arts
Years 5 and 6 debating and public speaking

Learn about the rules of debating and the role of each speaker.

Impressive impromptus

Creative Class Literature and language arts
Years 3 to 6 public speaking

Captivate your audience with impressive impromptu speeches

Beats and rhymes

Creative Class Drama Literature and language arts
Years 7 to 10 drama and public speaking

Write and perform a rap or slam poem.

Matter matters most!

Creative Class Literature and language arts
Years 3 to 6 public speaking

Explore a range of skill building activities as we discover how ‘matter’ impacts public speaking.
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Related local arts programs

Sydney Olympic Park

Pulse Alive

Local arts program Public schools Dance Drama Literature and language arts Music VET
Kindergarten to Year 12
This large-scale performing arts event provides high-quality performance opportunities to students in a creative and performing arts extravaganza.
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