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English / Language Arts

Debate Script — Should School Start Later? (Y5–Y6)

A structured persuasion debate script for upper KS2 — four speakers on each side, chair, and rebuttal round. Topic: should the school day start at 9:30 instead of 9:00? Teaches argument and counter-argument.

Template Grade 5 Grade 6 Free

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Learning objective

Develop spoken argument, rebuttal, and listening skills through a structured whole-class debate on a relatable and contested topic.

About this resource

  • Subject: English / Language Arts
  • Type: Template
  • Grade levels: Grade 5 (ages 10-11, ≈ Year 6), Grade 6 (ages 11-12, ≈ Year 7)
  • Pages: 4
  • Date added: 2026-05-12
  • Credit: Qualified primary teacher