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The ESU is a global charity and membership organisation empowering young people through education, competitions, cultural exchanges and events.

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@theESU
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Their first year at the ESU Schools' Mace Debating Competition. and they made it all the way to the Grand Final! πŸ’«πŸŽ‰. If you're inspired by Bristol Cathedral Choir School's journey, register for this year's competition. #ESU #theESU #ESUMace #Oracy
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🚨 New story live 🚨. 'I knew we'd be in for a treat'. Head over to to explore the story of an educator who introduced his students to the ESU International Public Speaking Competition. #ESU #theESU #ESUIPSC #ESUPublicSpeaking #Oracy
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Book a place for the ESU Evelyn Wrench Lecture 2025 hosted at Dartmouth House πŸ₯‚πŸ’«. The lecture will be delivered by honoured guest speaker Field Marshal The Lord Richards of Herstmonceux GCB CBE DSO DL. Book tickets now at #ESU #theESU #ESUWrench #Oracy
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Good luck to all our brilliant alumni getting their GCSE results today! πŸŽ‰. #ESU #theESU #ESUAlumni #GCSEs #Results
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Now is the time to shine a light on the schools and educators leading the way in building a more collaborative future πŸŒπŸ’«. Apply now for the ESU-Rutland Oracy Awards and help us celebrate those creating classrooms where every voice matters. #ESUAwards
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Tickets for the ESU Evelyn Wrench Lecture 2025 are available on our website! πŸ₯‚πŸŽ‰. All proceeds will support the ESU’s vital charitable mission. We look forward to welcoming supporters, alumni and their guests for what promises to be a truly memorable occasion. #TheESU #ESU
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Wishing our Patron, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, a very happy birthday! πŸŽ‰. We are so grateful for her unwavering support of the ESU β€” from inspiring young speakers at the IPSC to championing cross-cultural understanding around the world. πŸŒπŸ’¬
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@theESU
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🎭 All the world’s a stage. and it’s your time to shine πŸ’«. The ESU Performing Shakespeare Competition is back. This is your chance to bring the Bard to life like never before. Register today at #ESU #theESU #ESUShakespeare #Oracy
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@theESU
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🚨 New story live! 🚨. Meet Jo Watkins, who, in her school’s very first year of entering, led students to the Regional Finals of all three ESU national competitions! πŸŽ‰. Head over to our website at #ESU #theESU #ESUCompetitions #Oracy #Teacher
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ESU Alumni! πŸŒπŸ’«. Whether you joined a competition, exchange programme or workshop, your story is part of ours. We’re building a stronger international ESU network β€” and we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch at marketing@esu.org. #ESU #ESUAlumni #ESUExchange #Oracy #theESU
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@theESU
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Awards update! πŸ“’. A reminder that applications for the ESU-Rutland Oracy Awards will close in one month from today β€” so don't miss out on nominating yourself, a teacher, a colleague or a school!. To apply head over to #ESU #theESU #ESUAwards #Teacher
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@theESU
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The ESU Schools' Mace Debating Competition gives students the opportunity to build confidence, resilience and real-world readiness. πŸ’«πŸŽ™οΈ. Be a part of that journey and register your team today at #ESU #theESU #ESUMace #Oracy #Competitions
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@theESU
The English-Speaking Union
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Wishing our friends around the world a Happy International Friendship Day! πŸ’«πŸŒ. For more information on our global community, stories from around the world and international opportunities visit #ESU #theESU #ESUIPSC #Oracy #ESUPublicSpeaking #Friendship
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@theESU
The English-Speaking Union
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πŸ“’ Want experience with an education charity? πŸ’«. Sign up to volunteer with us today!.Email us at volunteering@esu.org to find out more. #ESU #theESU #ESUVolunteers #ESUCompetitions #Oracy #WorkExperience
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@theESU
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Book an expert CPD session today for your school β€” our expert oracy leaders bring transformative methods to the classroom that are guaranteed to enhance your students' learning!. Enquire now on our website #ESU #theESU #ESUCPD #Oracy #Teacher
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@theESU
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πŸ† Cash prizes, free CPD workshops and national recognition! πŸ’«. Apply on our website at #ESU #theESU #ESUAwards #Oracy #Teachers
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@theESU
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We're so excited to share the theme for all ESU National Public Speaking Competitions and the IPSC Grand Final 2026! . Our competition themes aim to inspire young people to use their voices and empower themselves through oracy and global friendship. #ESU #theESU #ESUIPSC #Oracy
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@theESU
The English-Speaking Union
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πŸ’« Finding your people, and your voice β€” it’s what every young person deserves.πŸ’«. Registration for 2025-26 ESU competitions is open, register today at #ESU #theESU #ESUCompetitions #ESUMace #ESUPublicSpeaking #ESUShakespeare #Oracy
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@theESU
The English-Speaking Union
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Become an ESU volunteer today if you believe in the power of young voices! Find out more at #ESU #theESU #ESUVolunteer #Oracy #Competition
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@theESU
The English-Speaking Union
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We're proud to support @voice21oracy's open letter to PM Sir Kier Starmer, urging him to deliver on his promise to embed oracy into the national curriculum. Read the full letter here: #Oracy.
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Voice 21 Oracy
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πŸ“£ 2 years ago, Sir Keir Starmer pledged to embed #oracy in the curriculum. Today, a coalition of parliamentarians, education experts & schools are calling on him to deliver on that pledge. Read the letter here:
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