Speaking Schools Australasia Autumn School Holiday Workshops

Is your child shy or outgoing, beginner or adept? Are you looking for a fun and engaging class to help them find their voice and build their confidence?

Speaking Schools Australasia can help. This ellaslist favourite has previously won the North Shore Local Business Award for Outstanding Education Service!

Speaking Schools Australasia Holiday Workshops

Speaking Schools Australasia offers a range of fun and educational holiday workshops in debating and public speaking. These workshops are for school students (Kindy to Year 9) and are hosted at convenient locations in Parramatta, North Sydney, Burwood, Wahroonga and online. 

Since opening its doors back in 2015, Speaking Schools Australasia has helped over 15,000+ students improve their speaking skills and develop their confidence. With a welcoming environment, an emphasis on small classes, and plenty of personal feedback from expert coaches, SSA aims to help every student bring their words to life.

The workshops are divided between year group, skill level, and topic area to ensure that every student has plenty of opportunities to thrive, regardless of their background.

Speaking Schools takes its key teaching doctrine of ‘learning by doing’ to heart and seeks to ensure that every class is kept small so that every student is given multiple opportunities to speak in a fun and welcoming environment. Every student is also provided with individualised feedback from their experienced and passionate coaches.

Autumn School Holiday Courses

Speaking Skills Bumblebees

Kindy, Mixed Experience

A two-day program for students in Kindergarten that allows them to develop their communication skills through interactive games and activities. For more info, click HERE. 

Presentation Skills Tabby Cats

Years 1 & 2, Beginner Students

The perfect holiday workshop for early primary students just starting out at school and looking to find their feet. A fun introduction to speaking in front of a group. For more info, click HERE. 

Presentation Skills Tigers

Years 1 & 2, Experienced Students

The Tigers workshop 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. Over the autumn holidays, the focus will be on Informative Speeches. For more info, click HERE. 

Speaking Camp Koalas

Years 3 & 4, Beginner Students

The Koalas program is an interactive, activity-based workshop that introduces beginner-level mid-primary students to the exciting world of public speaking and debating. This program helps students gain confidence in their ability to communicate effectively, while also teaching them the basics of public speaking and debating. For more info, click HERE. 

Speaking Camp Kangaroos

Years 3 & 4, Experienced Students

This workshop for experienced speakers enables students to apply their speaking skills in a variety of novel situations, developing their confidence, critical thinking and resilience even further. Over the autumn holidays, the focus will be on Informing Audiences. For more info, click HERE. 

Speak Out Hummingbirds

Years 5, 6 & 7, Introductory Program

A foundational workshop tailored for students seeking an introduction to the captivating realms of public speaking and debating. It serves as a gentle initiation, laying a solid groundwork for further development. For more info, click HERE.

Debating Hawks

Years 5 & 6, Experienced Students

This is a workshop for students with some debating experience that allows them to consolidate their knowledge, practice their debating skills and gain exposure to interesting and pertinent topics. For more info, click HERE.

Public Speaking Polar Bears

Years 6. 7 & 8, Mixed Experience 

The Public Speaking Polar Bears workshop provides students with the chance to nurture a wide array of invaluable skills in the art of public speaking. This program empowers students to cultivate their abilities and unlock their true potential. For more info, click HERE.

Practice Debates

Years 7, 8, 9 & 10, Experienced Students

This engaging and interactive workshop offers high school students a unique opportunity to enhance their skills through a combination of practice debates and theoretical sessions, fostering growth and success in the art of debating. For more info, click HERE. 

Where: North Sydney, Wahroonga, Burwood, North Parramatta and Online
When: 15 - 26 April 2024
Cost: From $230+ | See Speaking Schools Australasia for costs.

For more information visit Speaking Schools Australasia or contact Mark on 0404 107 372 or at contact@speakingschools.com.au.

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