Residential Programmes - TED Summer School

A transformative two-week summer school for motivated students aged 15-18, built around the art of communication, storytelling, and public speaking.

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Immersive residential experience

Through a blend of theory and practice, small-group collaboration, and 1:1 coaching, participants learn to shape powerful ideas and deliver them with clarity, confidence, and presence. The experience culminates in each student presenting their own TED-style talk to a live audience, captured on video.

Expert tutors

Learn from experienced communication and public speaking experts

Global community

Connect with ambitious students from over 40 countries

Prestigious locations

Live and learn in London, New York, Singapore, or Sydney

How the public speaking course is structured

Core Theory

Daily interactive sessions, where students discover key frameworks for idea development, storytelling, communication, and presentation.

Practical Application

Students work in small groups to test their ideas, give and receive feedback, and refine their TED-style talk in a supportive and creative environment.

1:1 Coaching

Throughout the course, students receive personalized guidance and feedback from experienced tutors who help them navigate every stage of their talk.

Guest Speaker Sessions

Students will hear from inspiring guest speakers, including professionals, entrepreneurs, and storytellers who have presented their ideas on prominent stages.