Cambridge Camp
Singapore

Master the art of public speaking and persuasive rhetoric with Cambridge-trained tutors, in just two transformative days.

Sat–Sun, 18–19 July 2026
Singapore
SGD 1,000 · Limited to 36 students
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For students aged 13–16 · Spaces fill quickly. Only 36 places available

Students Per Cohort
36Students Per CohortIntimate learning environment
Intensive Days
2Intensive DaysMaximum impact, minimal time away
Cambridge-Trained Tutors
100%Cambridge-Trained TutorsUniversity of Cambridge graduates
Age Range
13–16Age RangeSecondary school students

Schools that attended last year

ACS (Independent)NPS InternationalNUS HighOFSRed Swastika SchoolRGSSJISJI (International)SOTATanglin TrustUWCSEAACS (Independent)NPS InternationalNUS HighOFSRed Swastika SchoolRGSSJISJI (International)SOTATanglin TrustUWCSEA

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About the Programme

Where Singapore's Brightest Minds Meet Cambridge's Finest Tradition

Cambridge Camp Singapore is a two-day academic programme designed for secondary school students aged 13–16 who are ready to think, debate, and lead at a higher level.

Inspired by the pedagogical traditions of Pembroke College, Cambridge, our programme immerses students in the art and science of public speaking, persuasive rhetoric, and critical argumentation: skills that distinguish exceptional candidates at university interviews, debating competitions, and beyond.

Delivered by Cambridge University graduates with real teaching experience, the camp combines rigorous academic content with high-energy, practical workshops. Students leave not just knowing the theory, but having stood before an audience and delivered it.

Academic Heritage

Inspired by the tutorial traditions of Pembroke College, University of Cambridge, one of the world's oldest and most distinguished academic institutions.

Cambridge Methodology

Our curriculum draws directly from the Oxford-Cambridge tradition of tutorial-based learning, emphasising close intellectual engagement and the Socratic method.

Rhetoric & Oratory

Students study the classical tradition of Aristotle's Rhetoric alongside modern public speaking theory, learning not just what to say but how to say it persuasively.

Small-Group Intensity

With only 36 students per cohort, every participant receives personalised feedback and ample time at the podium. No student is left at the back of the room.

What You'll Experience

Programme Highlights

Every session is engineered for maximum skill transfer. No theory without practice, no lecture without application.

  • Live Speechcraft

    Multiple timed speeches with real-time coaching from tutors. Every student speaks. Multiple times.

  • Classical Rhetoric

    Deep dives into Aristotle's Ethos, Pathos, and Logos: the timeless framework behind all great persuasion.

  • Impromptu Debate

    Structured debate sessions that sharpen quick thinking, rebuttals, and the ability to argue any side.

  • Audience Analysis

    Learn to read a room, adapt your message, and connect emotionally with any audience.

  • Storytelling Mastery

    Harness the power of narrative: how to open with impact, build tension, and close with conviction.

  • Body Language & Presence

    Non-verbal communication, posture, eye contact, and the physical elements that command authority.

  • Certificate of Completion

    All students receive an official Cambridge Camp Singapore certificate, valuable for school portfolios and applications.

  • Peer Learning Network

    Connect with Singapore's most motivated young thinkers in an environment that fosters lasting friendships.

  • University Interview Prep

    Targeted preparation for Oxbridge, NUS, and international university interviews. Stand out from the first question.

Two Days of Transformation

Daily Schedule

  1. 8:30 AM

    Registration & Welcome

    Logistics

    Meet your tutors, cohort introductions, and an overview of the two-day journey ahead.

  2. 9:00 AM

    The Power of Voice: Opening Lecture

    Lecture

    Why public speaking matters more than ever, and the science of persuasion from Aristotle to TED Talks.

  3. 10:00 AM

    Rhetoric Workshop: Ethos, Pathos, Logos

    Workshop

    Hands-on analysis of great speeches. Students break down what makes them work, then try it themselves.

  4. 11:30 AM

    First Speeches: Introductory Round

    Practicum

    Every student delivers their first timed speech. Immediate coaching from tutors follows each performance.

  5. 1:00 PM

    Lunch Break

    Break

    Catered lunch included. Informal conversations with tutors encouraged.

  6. 2:00 PM

    Storytelling & Narrative Structure

    Workshop

    The hero's journey, the three-act structure, and how the best communicators build emotional arcs.

  7. 3:30 PM

    Impromptu Speaking Challenge

    Practicum

    Draw a topic, prepare for 60 seconds, speak for 2 minutes. A Cambridge tutorial staple.

  8. 5:00 PM

    Day 1 Debrief & Evening Preparation

    Logistics

    Tutor feedback sessions, Q&A, and briefing for Day 2 speeches. Students prepare overnight.

Your Guides

Meet the Tutors

World-class academic credentials meet genuine teaching passion. Our tutors don't just know their subject. They know how to transmit it.

Eleanor Stiles, Cambridge rhetoric tutor

Eleanor Stiles

Lead Tutor, Rhetoric & Oratory

MA English Literature, Pembroke College, Cambridge

Eleanor read English at Pembroke College, Cambridge, President of the Pembroke Prattlers, and a debater at the Cambridge Union Society alongside MPs and Lords. She won the ESU national public speaking competition in 2019 and represented England and Wales internationally. She coaches school and university speakers, with students going on to compete at the national level.

Key Achievements

  • President of the Pembroke Prattlers 2023–2024
  • Winner of the Michael Horowitz Speaking Prize 2022; judge in 2025 and 2026
  • ESU National Public Speaking Competition winner 2019
  • Selected to represent England & Wales at the International Public Speaking Competition 2020 & 2021
  • Debated at the Cambridge Union Society alongside MPs and members of the House of Lords
  • Public speaking coach for school and university-level speakers

Specialisms

Classical RhetoricPersuasive SpeakingLiterary Analysis
Tobias Chesser, Cambridge public speaking tutor

Tobias Chesser

Associate Tutor, Public Speaking & Declamation

Pembroke College, Cambridge

Tobias honed his craft at Pembroke College, Cambridge, where he led the Pembroke Prattlers as President and founded the Michael Horowitz Speaking Prize, an award that continues to recognise outstanding oratory at the college. His own declamation was recognised with the Brian Riley Prize in 2021.

Key Achievements

  • President of the Pembroke Prattlers 2021–2022
  • Founder of the Michael Horowitz Speaking Prize
  • Winner of the Brian Riley Declamation Prize 2021

Specialisms

DeclamationSpeech CoachingPublic Speaking
Toby Parsloe, Cambridge oratory tutor

Toby Parsloe

Associate Tutor, Oratory & Academic Speaking

Pembroke College, Cambridge

Toby founded the Pembroke Prattlers, Cambridge's premier public speaking society, and served as its inaugural President from 2018 to 2021. He is a guest lecturer and academic conference speaker whose influence on student oratory at Cambridge continues through the society he built from scratch.

Key Achievements

  • Founder and President of the Pembroke Prattlers 2018–2021
  • Winner of the Brian Riley Declamation Prize 2018
  • Guest lecturer and academic conference speaker

Specialisms

OratoryAcademic PresentingSpeaker Training

What You'll Take Away

Nine Skills That Will Serve You for Life

Communication is the one skill that amplifies every other. Whether you're presenting a business idea, arguing a case, leading a team, or interviewing for a place at university: these nine outcomes form the foundation of everything that follows.

The Cambridge Camp Singapore Guarantee

Every student who completes the programme receives a personalised written assessment from both tutors, detailing strengths achieved and a roadmap for continued development.

  1. Deliver a structured, compelling speech with confidence and authority
  2. Apply the three pillars of classical rhetoric (Ethos, Pathos, Logos) in any context
  3. Construct logically sound arguments and dismantle weak ones under pressure
  4. Use storytelling techniques to make any message memorable and persuasive
  5. Master body language, vocal variety, and physical presence at the podium
  6. Think and speak persuasively in unscripted, impromptu situations
  7. Conduct yourself confidently in university and scholarship interviews
  8. Analyse and critique great speeches, understanding exactly why they work
  9. Develop a personal speaking style that is authentic, distinctive, and powerful

In Their Own Words

What Students Say

The camp was extremely engaging and well structured. The sessions on delivery and persuasion were especially useful, and the final presentation really helped me apply everything I had learned. I left feeling much more confident speaking in front of an audience.

Student participant, Singapore international school

I really enjoyed learning about logos, pathos and ethos and how they shape persuasive arguments. The teaching was clear and interactive, and the tutors gave practical tips that immediately improved the way I think about speeches.

Student participant, Singapore secondary school

The highlight for me was delivering my final speech. It was challenging but very rewarding, and the feedback helped me understand how to improve. I would definitely recommend the camp to friends who want to get better at public speaking.

Student participant, Singapore secondary school

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Enrolment Open · Sat–Sun, 18–19 July 2026

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Only 36 places are available. This is a programme for students who are serious about standing out: in the classroom, at interviews, and on the world stage.

Dates
Sat–Sun, 18–19 July 2026
Places Available
36 students
Programme Fee
SGD 1,000 per student
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