Junior Schools Debating Competition
Nurturing the next generation of debaters
About the Competition
LawSoc is proud to run the Junior Schools Debating Competition for another year. This competition, a long-standing tradition, is entirely organised and judged by LawSoc members.
It serves to promote competitive debating among secondary school students in 1st to 3rd Year, with weekly debates against their peers, fostering critical thinking and public speaking skills.
Our Proud Legacy
Founded by Catherine Duplaa
The Leinster Junior Schools Debating Competition has been shaping the future of young debaters for over 20 years, creating a lasting impact on secondary education.
20+ Years
of excellence in junior debating
Academic Excellence
Fostering oratory and debate skills in junior students
Developing World-Class Debaters
Graduates reaching European and World championships
The Impact of Junior Schools Debating
This competition is more than just an event; it's an opportunity for young students to develop public speaking, critical thinking, and leadership skills that will shape their futures.
It provides a platform for the next generation of debaters to engage in intellectual competition, form lasting friendships, and develop a passion for debate.
Continued Success
This competition continues to achieve great successes in introducing debating to secondary school students, creating pathways to national and international competition success.
Get Involved
Whether you want to send teams to compete, volunteer as a judge, or support in organizing, we welcome your participation in this prestigious competition.