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The Speech and Drama College of South Africa Welcome to The Speech and Drama College of SA - where we keep you up to date on what's happening wi We aim to ensure that only qualified people teach.

SDCSA is more than a professional association of qualified teachers. We are a credible and reputable resource for other educators, parents and people seeking information about speech and drama as a tool for positive development. Previously known as The South African Guild of Speech and Drama Teachers, SDCSA has been operating successfully since 1945. Interdisciplinary learning
The cross-curricular

benefits of speech and drama are central to learning and development. Students of the subject are better equipped to become well-adjusted young adults with real world life skills: they are more confident, able to listen effectively and to express themselves more clearly. Speech and drama also improves abstract thinking, mathematical ability, literacy and social integration. This makes it one of the essential professions with interesting career opportunities in the performing arts, teaching, law, politics, journalism, broadcasting and more. What SDCSA can do for you
Affiliation to a longstanding organisation with a highly respected public profile and reputation
Access to directories of drama teachers
Assistance for fellow practitioners looking for innovative ideas and resources for lessons and lesson planning
Teacher refresher courses
Participation in well-organised Speech and Drama and Public Speaking Festivals to showcase teacher work and student achievements
Entrance to CAPS aligned examinations tailored to reflect the needs of studios / schools in a South African context
Professional development as an examiner and adjudicator.

27/07/2026

Hello, there! Here are some public speaking tips for you. Stay tuned for tips no.2-7.

27/03/2026

The 65th High School Public Speaking Festival 2026 draws to a close. Congratulations to ALL the dynamic speakers, and thank you to their teachers for working hard with their students. See you in 2027!

Just a reminder. See you tonight!
26/03/2026

Just a reminder. See you tonight!

The Speech and Drama College of South Africa would like to invite you to the final speech evening for 2026. The competin...
23/03/2026

The Speech and Drama College of South Africa would like to invite you to the final speech evening for 2026. The competing speakers who stood out from the crowd get to dazzle you with their words of wonder. Join us this Thursday evening at Northcliff High School. We look forward to seeing you there! 📯📯📯

19/03/2026

Meet our adjudicator, Kirsten. Kirsten asks you to lead with YOUR voice because your voice belongs in society.✴️✴️✴️✴️

18/03/2026

Meet our adjudicator, Dorianne. She asks you to pay attention to the additional resources, like your cue cards, when presenting your speech. Enjoy your speeches tonight.

17/03/2026

Meet our adjudicator, Chantal. Chantal encourages you to share worthwhile information with your audience.

16/03/2026

Meet our adjudicator, Annie. Annie's advice is simple yet powerful. Keep on listening and keep on learning!

Slow down! Remember to pace yourself and try not to rush through any information.📣🔤📣
16/03/2026

Slow down! Remember to pace yourself and try not to rush through any information.📣🔤📣

13/03/2026

Meet our adjudicator, Amy. She says your voice is a worthy one. Have fun preparing for the last week of High School Public Speaking 2026.🆓🔤🆓🔤

Address

36 Amarant Street
Weltevreden Park
1709

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 13:00
Thursday 09:00 - 13:00
Friday 09:00 - 13:00

Telephone

0114405395

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