English·Speaking & Listening·procedural
Speaking Formally and Giving Presentations
Use Standard English confidently in formal and informal spoken contexts — give short speeches and presentations expressing own ideas clearly, keeping to the point, and adapting register and vocabulary to the audience
Suggested ages 11–14
Evidence of understanding
- Deliver a 2-3 minute presentation on a topic with a clear opening, organised points, and a conclusion
- Adapt language between formal and informal registers depending on the context and audience
- Maintain eye contact, appropriate pace, and clear articulation when speaking to a group
Assessment prompt
Can Speaking Formally and Giving Presentations give a short prepared speech or presentation in Standard English — staying on point and adjusting their vocabulary to suit the audience?
Standards alignment
KS3-ENG-SE-1aGB · uk-nc-2013
Use Standard English in formal and informal contexts
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 3
KS3-ENG-SE-1bGB · uk-nc-2013
Give short speeches and presentations
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 3