Our Public Speaking and Communication classes with Mr Ashton offer students a chance to build confidence, sharpen their speaking skills, and express themselves with clarity and purpose.
This year, students have been working towards their Speech New Zealand Grade 6 qualifications, and their recent outstanding results reflect their growth and dedication. These achievements are a testament to the supportive environment, expert teaching, and strong work ethic fostered in class.
Mr Ashton brings years of experience helping students excel in public speaking. His lessons are engaging, fun, and focused, taking place in a warm, welcoming space filled with inspiring texts, comfy sofas, and a relaxed, home-like atmosphere — a uniqueplace where students feel encouraged to take risks and develop their voice.
Whether you dream of becoming a lawyer, leader, actor, or simply want to feel more confident speaking in front of others, these lessons are an invaluable opportunity. Join a growing number of students who are discovering the power of their voice — just one more way St. Peter’s helps every student shine.
Congratulations to our talented Public Speaking students on their outstanding results in the recent Speech New Zealand Grade 6 Module 1 examinations.
Poppy Jamieson, Neve Watkins, and George Butt all achieved the top result of Honours Plus, a testament to their confidence, clarity, and compelling delivery.
- Poppy impressed the examiners with her poised presence and ability to engage the audience with thoughtful structure and purpose.
- Neve delivered with warmth and authenticity, demonstrating a genuine connection with her material and audience.
- George showed great command of tone, timing, and voice modulation, earning praise for his expressive delivery and self-assurance.
Oli Lawry and Dayi Wang also performed exceptionally well, each receiving a Merit Plus grade.
- Oli demonstrated strong growth in his vocal projection and brought humour and charm to his prepared speech.
- Dayi presented with clear articulation and calm control, showing notable improvement in both content and presentation style.
We wish all five students the very best as they prepare for Module 2 in August!