Basic Public Speaking for Kids – Large Group Cohort

Course Overview

Public speaking is a valuable skill that helps learners develop confidence and express themselves effectively. The Basic Public Speaking for Kids (Ages 8–12) – Large Group Cohort programme encourages collaborative learning and skill-building in a dynamic group environment.

This programme follows the 4 Ps of Presentation – Plan, Prepare, Practise and Present, guiding learners through the key steps of developing strong public speaking skills. Through group discussions, interactive role-plays and peer feedback, learners will gain the confidence to present their ideas clearly and engage their audience effectively.

Course Description

The Basic Public Speaking for Kids (Ages 8–12) – Large Group Cohort programme equips learners with the core skills needed to deliver well-structured, engaging and confident presentations. Learners will explore audience analysis, content development and the effective use of visual aids to strengthen their presentations.

Learners will build proficiency in verbal and non-verbal communication while receiving constructive feedback from instructors and peers. Visualisation and relaxation techniques will also be introduced to help manage stage fright and develop composure.

Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, your child should be able to:

Analyse audience needs and plan content effectively

• Assess audience interests and adapt content to engage them.
• Develop structured outlines that guide clear and coherent presentations.

Create engaging and well-structured content

• Craft introductions that capture attention, coherent main points and memorable conclusions.
• Use visual aids to enhance clarity and audience engagement.

Practise in a collaborative group environment

• Participate in group practice sessions to build confidence and refine delivery.
• Engage in mock presentations and apply feedback to improve presentation skills.

Deliver presentations with confidence and poise

• Speak fluently and adapt to different audiences.
• Use body language, gestures and voice modulation to engage listeners.

Improve pronunciation and fluency

• Enhance articulation and speech clarity through fun and engaging exercises.
• Develop fluency by participating in role-plays that simulate real-world situations.

Use relaxation techniques to manage nerves

• Apply visualisation and relaxation strategies to reduce speaking anxiety.
• Maintain composure and focus during high-pressure presentations.

Course Format and Structure

Group Size: 30 learners
Duration: 8 hours over 4 weeks, with 2 lessons per week
Ideal For: Children who thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy learning with peers.

Learning Methodology

Our Large Group Cohort Programme encourages interactive and experiential learning by incorporating:

Engaging role-plays and group activities

• Participate in role-plays that mimic real-life speaking situations.
• Practise public speaking in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Application of the 4 Ps framework

• Develop speaking skills by applying the 4 Ps – Plan, Prepare, Practise and Present.
• Work with peers to enhance content structure and delivery techniques.

Constructive feedback from peers and instructors

• Receive feedback from both instructors and peers to improve clarity and delivery.
• Apply suggested improvements to build fluency and enhance stage presence.