Coaching-led learning
Questions, feedback and encouragement help students develop their own voice.
Educators encourage independent thinking and progressive improvement rather than simply providing answers.
Program pathway
Communication & Leadership
Communication is a foundation for learning, collaboration, leadership and personal development. Students develop their ability to express ideas, listen thoughtfully, communicate with confidence and connect with others through practical speaking, coaching, mentoring, creative expression and progressive challenges.
Communication & Leadership
Find your voice. Develop your confidence. Lead with purpose.
Communication is a foundation for learning, collaboration, leadership and personal development. This proposed pathway combines practical speaking, coaching, mentoring, creative expression and progressive challenges. Students build through preparation, practice, constructive feedback and reflection, and may enter at an appropriate point rather than complete every course sequentially.
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The opportunity
Skills with purpose.
Find your voice. Develop your confidence. Lead with purpose.
Primary and secondary learners, grouped by confidence and experience.
Confident delivery
Clear structure
Active listening
Critical thinking
Example student projects
Learning made tangible.
- Prepared speeches
- Team debates
- Story presentations
- Persuasive pitches
Progression opportunities
Build confidence, then independence.
Develop from short guided speaking activities to polished presentations and debate.
The Forge difference
Why Families Choose Forge Communication & Leadership
A practical, supportive approach built around participation, thoughtful guidance and progressive challenge.
Supportive environment
Progressive challenges allow students to participate at an appropriate pace.
Students are encouraged to practise, try new experiences and develop confidence without unnecessary performance pressure.
Active participation
Interactive practice, collaboration and speaking activities.
Students learn through doing, participating and reflecting rather than simply watching demonstrations.
Age-appropriate guidance
Activities are adapted to students' age, interests and experience.
Learning challenges are adjusted according to students' capabilities and previous experience.
Progressive development
Regular practice, feedback and reflection build on previous learning.
Students can develop their capabilities across multiple courses and learning stages.
Real-world application
Students practise skills relevant to school and everyday communication.
Learning activities connect to classroom presentations, teamwork, leadership, conversations and other relevant situations.
Suggested learning pathway
Enter where the challenge fits.
Students can begin at an appropriate level based on age, interests and previous experience. This is guidance—not a mandatory prerequisite chain.
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Connected creative pathway
Creative Storytelling
Explore a separate proposed course that combines original written narratives with spoken, visual or age-appropriate digital storytelling. The existing Communication Storytelling course remains a distinct offering.
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Communication & Leadership
Confident Communicators
Enrolment Open
Build the habits and confidence to speak clearly in everyday settings.
Years 3–8
$220 per term · 8 sessions · 60 min
- Glen Waverley — Monday, 6–7 pm
- Narre Warren — Tuesday, 6–7 pm
- Chadstone — Thursday, 6–7 pm
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Public Speaking Foundations
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Learn structure, voice and presence in a supportive environment.
Years 3–8. Guidance is matched to learner age and experience. Beginner to developing.
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Speechcraft
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Shape memorable speeches through language, delivery and practice.
Years 5–12. Guidance is matched to learner age and experience. Developing to advanced.
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Storytelling
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Connect with an audience through vivid, purposeful stories.
Years 2–8. Guidance is matched to learner age and experience. Beginner to developing.
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Presentation Skills
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Plan and deliver clear, engaging presentations.
Years 5–12. Guidance is matched to learner age and experience. Beginner to advanced.
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Debating & Critical Thinking
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Build reasoned arguments, listen closely and respond thoughtfully.
Years 5–12. Guidance is matched to learner age and experience. Beginner to advanced.
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See Summer Camp Jan 2027 and proposed Term 1 opportunities, or ask us which pathway may fit.