Who this program suits
Students in Grades 7–12 with reliable foundations who are ready for regular competitive debate practice.
What students do in class
PSD II is where students begin training consistently in competitive debate formats. They practise World Schools and British Parliamentary debating, learn to identify the decisive issues in a round and develop the speed and discipline required for tournaments.
What they'll learn
- World Schools and British Parliamentary formats
- Case construction and role fulfilment
- Direct and comparative rebuttal
- Strategic prioritisation
- Tournament preparation and round discipline
How students progress
Students become capable tournament debaters with a clearer understanding of strategy, teamwork and how to improve from feedback.