Public Speaking & Confidence for Kids

Your Child Has Something To Say.
Let's Help Them Find the Confidence.

A public speaking club for children aged 7–11, building communication skills, confidence, and leadership one voice at a time.

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Four children practising public speaking together at a Planted Voices session
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Build Confidence

We create a safe, nurturing space where quiet and thoughtful children can grow into their voice — without pressure.

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Develop Communication

Through structured public speaking activities, children develop real skills they'll carry for life — in school and beyond.

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Grow Leaders

Grounded in faith and purpose, our programmes help children discover their identity and step into their potential.

Who We Are

A Club Built for the Quiet & Thoughtful Child

Planted Voices is a public speaking & confidence building club for kids aged 7–11, based in Purley. Our values are rooted in encouragement, kindness & patience.

We run programmes during school holidays, giving children a dedicated space to find their voice, grow in communication, and step into leadership all at their own pace.

If your child has something to say but needs the confidence to say it, this is for them.

🌍 Our values are faith-inspired — and our programmes warmly welcome children of all backgrounds and beliefs.

✨ Coming Soon: Summer Holiday Club dates to be announced, and we're extending our clubs to ages 11–14. Get in touch to join the waiting list.

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A child holding a microphone in a circle of peers during a Planted Voices session
"My son went in shy and came out standing taller."
— Dad, Purley

Mission Statement

Planted Voices exists to give every quiet, thoughtful child a safe space to practice, grow, and discover that their voice matters — now, not decades from now.

This isn't just us saying it — the UK Government agrees.

"The Government will publish a new oracy framework to ensure more young people become confident and effective speakers."

— UK Department for Education, November 2025

The new curriculum is planned to land in UK Schools in 2028.
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Our Programmes

Two Ways to Get Started

A boy telling a story confidently outdoors during a Planted Voices holiday session
Holiday Programme 📅 Next programme: 26-28th May 2026 · 9am-3pm

3-Day Programme

Three full days of fun, confidence-building and real public speaking skills for children aged 7–11. Your child will discover their own communication style, practise gentle debating and active listening, and learn how to express themselves clearly and confidently, all at their own pace, in a safe and supportive environment.

  • Ages 7–11
  • 📍 Purley, CR0
  • Max 15 spaces ~ book early
  • Fun indoor & outdoor confidence building activities
  • FREE takehome pack inc. Tote Bag & cheat sheets / cue cards
Special Trial Offer! £40 for all three days!
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Free Online Taster

Not sure if it's right for your child? Join our free 30 minutes online taster session and see what Planted Voices is all about, no commitment, no pressure, your questions are welcomed.

  • Completely free
  • Online — join from anywhere
  • Fun intro activities to discover your childs' communication style!
  • Meet the Planted Voices Founder
  • Q&A for parents
Completely free — no card required
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What Parents Say

Real Words. Real Families.

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"Aysha has a unique gift for making children feel safe, seen and heard."
— Sarah M., Mum of daughter aged 9
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"I wish I had something like this growing up."
— Vicki W., Parent, South London
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Every Child Graduates

Proud moments, real progress.

Every child leaves with a certificate, a tote bag, and a voice they trust a little more.

Aysha Powell — Founder of Planted Voices

From the Founder

From the Founder

I spent 18 years climbing the corporate ladder as an introvert. What nobody tells you is that the higher you go, the less it's about competence — and the more it's about confidence.

The loudest voice in the room wins, whether they're right or not.

It wasn't until my 7-year-old's teacher told me "he knows the answers, but he freezes when the other kids look at him" that everything clicked.

I saw myself in him — the same fear, the same hesitation. And I thought: why should our children wait until they're adults to learn what they could practise safely as kids?

Planted Voices exists so they don't have to.

Aysha Powell Founder, Parent, Advocate for Quiet Voices

"We believe every child's voice matters — and that confidence, when planted with purpose, changes everything." — The Planted Voices Team

Ready to Find Their Voice?

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