Bespoke Programmes Debate Programmes for Schools

Bespoke Programmes

Not every school or youth group is part of our Core Programme regions – but that doesn’t mean your students should miss out.

Our Bespoke Programmes are designed to bring the power of debate and communication training to any setting, whether that’s a school, youth organisation, charity, or company looking to engage young people.

What We Offer

We design completely bespoke programmes to match your needs – whether that’s an introduction to debating, a targeted oracy intervention, or ongoing weekly sessions.

Workshops

Our workshops are tailored to your goals. From half-day introductions to full-day deep dives. Whether it’s building confidence or tackling oracy, our workshops adapt to your students’ needs, ages, and abilities.

Weekly Clubs

Our weekly debate clubs run over 5–10 weeks and give students the chance to build skills consistently. Led by our university mentors, our clubs help students grow into confident, articulate speakers over time.

Who do we work with?

Schools outside our Core Programme regions

Youth groups and community organisations

Charities working with young people

Companies looking to engage and inspire young people

Why Debate Mate?

Proven impact

Over 20,000 students trained through bespoke and Core Programmes.

Flexible delivery

Half-day, full-day, or multi-week formats

Accessible

Tailored for all ages, abilities, and outcomes.

Peer-led

Led by inspiring university mentors who are experienced debaters.

Next Steps

Ready to design a bespoke programme for your students or organisation?

Get in touch today