Oxford Schools'
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Run by the Oxford Union, Oxford Schools' is the largest British Parliamentary debating competition in the world, aimed at students aged 14-18.
Our mission is to make debating accessible to as many young debaters as possible whilst maintaining the prestige and competitiveness of the competition, an aim we have pursued for over 20 years.
Each year, we invite over a thousand students to take part in Oxford Schools', with more than 350 schools competing last year alone. The competition provides students with a fantastic opportunity to build their confidence and skills in public speaking, structured argumentation, and analytical problem-solving, all while engaging with some of the brightest young minds from across the country and the world. It is open to all ages and experience levels.
The top-performing teams go on to compete in Finals Day, held at the historic Oxford Union. One of the world’s most prestigious debating societies, the Union has been a stage for some of the world's most influential voices for over 195 years, honouring a deeply rooted tradition of championing spirited discussion and bold ideas. Competing here connects students to a legacy of debate that spans centuries and continents.
We cannot wait for you experience everything that Oxford Schools' has to offer.
Theo Cunningham, Terry Yang | Convenors, 2025-2026
