Speech and Communication Tuition

Overview

Speech and Communication Tuition is a Brisbane-based education provider founded in 2005 by Hannah Jones, specialising in public speaking, elocution, drama, and confident communication for school-aged students from Prep to Year 12. Operating from a Clayfield Studio and across partner schools throughout Brisbane, the program is built on the belief that confident communication is a teachable, life-changing skill — not just an innate talent. The studio maintains a warm, performance-focused culture that empowers young people to find their voice on stage, in the classroom, and beyond.

Best For

• School-aged students (Prep to Year 12) seeking to build public speaking confidence and communication skills
• Students preparing for AMEB examinations, eisteddfod competitions, school oral assessments, or QCE/ATAR pathways
• Families looking for structured, expert-led tuition in a small-group or private setting, including before-school and after-school options

Meeting Format

• Mode: Hybrid (in-person at Clayfield Studio and partner schools; online self-paced course coming soon)
• Frequency: Weekly during school terms; holiday programs also available
• Duration: Approximately 40 minutes per class session (e.g., before-school classes run 7:05–7:45 am and 7:45–8:25 am; after-school Tuesday class runs 3:15–4:00 pm); afternoon Clayfield Studio sessions vary — contact for current timetable
• Group size: Small group, semi-private, and private tuition options available

Typical Session Flow

1. Arrival / warm-up: Students arrive and settle in; younger siblings may join at the earlier session time and are supervised until the school bell
2. Skill-building activities: Structured exercises covering voice control, characterisation, prose, storytelling, non-verbal communication, and performance techniques
3. Practice and performance: Students rehearse prepared pieces, speeches, or drama activities aligned with their year level and goals (e.g., AMEB exam preparation, eisteddfod pieces, school oral tasks)
4. Feedback and wrap-up: Teacher provides constructive feedback; students are encouraged to reflect on their progress and set goals for the next session

Language And Speaking Level

• Languages used: English
• Recommended level: All levels welcome — curriculum is tailored by year group from Prep through Year 12
• Beginner friendly: Yes — the program is designed to meet students at their current level, whether they are nervous beginners or keen performers; the studio explicitly welcomes both students who panic at public speaking and those who can't wait to take the mic

Membership And Costs

• Trial policy: Not publicly specified — contact the studio directly to enquire about trial or observation options
• Membership fee: Enrolment-based tuition (not a membership club); fees are charged per term and vary by tuition format (small group, semi-private, or private); contact the studio for current term pricing and availability
• Extra costs: AMEB examination fees apply separately for students who choose to sit exams (optional from Year 4 onwards); no other extra costs publicly specified

Venue And Accessibility

• Address context: Clayfield Studio classes are held at the Hamilton Girl Guides Hall, 127 Reeve Street, Clayfield QLD 4011; before-school and some other sessions are held upstairs in the Hall; afternoon classes are held in the main Hall space; the studio also operates at several partner schools across Brisbane (including St Rita's College) — contact for the full list of school locations
• Transit/parking: Clayfield is a well-connected inner-northern Brisbane suburb; street parking is generally available on Reeve Street and surrounding streets; the area is accessible via Brisbane bus routes serving the Hamilton/Clayfield corridor
• Accessibility: The Hall has an upstairs level used for some sessions; specific wheelchair or lift access details are not publicly specified — contact the studio directly for accessibility requirements

Joining Steps

1. Enquire: Reach out to the studio via the official website's contact or enrolment form, or by phone, to check current timetable availability and discuss the best class format for your child's year level and goals
2. Enrol: Complete the enrolment process for the relevant term; select from small group, semi-private, or private tuition; AMEB exam enrolment is a separate optional step for eligible students (Year 4 and above)
3. First visit: Arrive at the Hamilton Girl Guides Hall (or relevant school location) at the scheduled class time; students are welcomed into a structured, encouraging environment — no prior experience is necessary

Community Notes

• The studio has a strong performance culture, regularly preparing students for the Brisbane Drama Festival, Enoggera Eisteddfod, ESU Public Speaking competitions, and AMEB examinations — with a consistent record of High Distinction and Honours results
• Feedback is constructive and encouraging; the teaching team includes Graduate Coaches who are program alumni, bringing a relatable peer perspective alongside expert instruction
• Founder Hannah Jones is an experienced eisteddfod adjudicator and holds qualifications from ASCA, the International Music Examinations Board, and QUT; all teaching artists are trained in the studio's signature approach to confident communication
• The program is school-term based; holiday programs are also offered; an online self-paced course for Years 5–8 is in development (waitlist available via the website)
• Corporate communication and media training is also available for adult professionals as a separate offering

Last Verified

• Date: 2026-05-24