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ESU Schools' Mace Debating Competition 2027-28

English-Speaking Union (ESU) · United Kingdom

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The oldest and largest school debating competition in England and Wales, established in 1957, for teams of up to five students aged 11-18.

Grade
Year 10–13
Same as Grades 9–12 in the US
Age
11–18
Residence
United Kingdom
School attendance: England and Wales
Entry
Open application
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Teams debate motions as Proposition or Opposition against other schools at host schools, progressing to regional and national finals. The competition is an approved activity for the skills section of the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

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HumanitiesOracySchools CompetitionEngland and Wales
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