Helping children build confidence and speak up with pride
Small-group confidence and public speaking sessions for ages 8–12 in Beverley.
Confidence • Communication • Self-Belief
Every child delivers their own presentation at the end of each term.
Speak Up Kids is a confidence and communication programme for children aged 8–12.
Through fun, structured sessions, children learn how to:
Speak clearly and confidently
Organise their thoughts and ideas
Use eye contact and body language
Share stories and presentations
Manage nerves and build self-belief
Our focus is on real-life communication skills, not acting or performance, helping children feel more confident at school, socially, and as they grow.
Why join us?
Small Groups
We limit every session to a maximum of 10 children so each child receives individual support, speaking time, and maximum encouragement.
Every child is heard. Every child participates.
Structured Progression
At Speak Up Kids it is our belief that public speaking is an improvable skill not a talent.
Given the opportunity and a safe environment every child has the ability to become confident and persuasive speakers. A skill that is even more important now in an increasingly technological world.
Real Experience
Each term culminates with Speak Up X.
An opportunity to allow our young people to shine and express themselves confidently on stage.
How It Works?
Book a free trial session
Join a weekly small-group programme
Watch your child’s confidence grow
Celebrate their presentation at the end of term
Summer term starting April 2026 – limited places available.
Free Trial Sessions
14th March & 21st March 9:00 - 10:30
10:30 - 12:00
Our free trial sessions are based at St Nicholas Church Community Centre.
148 Holmechurch Lane,
Beverley
HU17 0PY,
What to bring?
A water bottle
A smile (at least one)
Trial Lesson
Join us for a one time trial lesson this March. Available dates are March 14th & 21st. Please check the booking form below for the corresponding time according to your child's age.
Our trial sessions take place at Beverley St Nicholas' Church Community Centre on 148 Holmechurch Lane, Beverley, HU17 0PY,
Meet James Johnson (JJ)
JJ has over 15 years teaching experience in the UK, China and Mongolia. While in Asia he spent 5 years developing a locally based Drama and Public Speaking course that saw over 600 students graduate by delivering speeches at TED style events. JJ has received training from Stagecoach Performing Arts, the National Institute of Dramatic Arts in Melbourne and Character Counts.
JJ is a strong believer in the fact that public speaking is a skill that anyone can develop. Given the opportunity and environment to start practicing earlier in life, children unlock the ability to tap into a wealth of confidence. Perhaps more important is children understanding the value of their own thoughts, their own opinions, through their own style of communication.
Speak UP Kids encapsulates this mission and JJ is hugely proud to share this with your children.
James Johnson
Speak Up Kids Coach
15+
Years of Experience
Full Programme
Speak Up Kids runs in 12-week terms, with weekly small-group sessions designed to build confidence step by step.
Each session lasts 90 minutes, giving children plenty of time to practise speaking, build skills, and grow in confidence.
Groups are limited to 10 children to ensure every child receives individual attention and regular speaking time.
Every term ends with a special presentation showcase, Speak Up X, where each child shares their talk with parents.
Includes:
Weekly 90-minute sessions
Small groups (maximum 10 children)
Structured six-stage confidence programme
End of term presentation event
Free trial session before enrolling
Why join Speak Up Kids
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What age groups do you accept?
Our sessions are split into stage 1, suitable for children aged 8-10 and stage 2, suitable for children aged 10-12.
2. What is your learning philosophy?
We believe children learn best through play, curiosity, and imagination, combining creativity with structured guidance to build lifelong skills.
3. What makes Speak Up Kids different?
We build the fundamental practical skills of public speaking - speech construction and speech delivery and rather than focus on assessment we focus on our students building their confidence and practical ability which culminates during the Speak Up X event.
4. How can I enrol my child?
Fill out the form above and attend one of our free trial lessons.
Contact Us
Email: [email protected]
Phone/ Whatsapp: 07312085766