What is Oracy?

Oracy is the ability to express oneself confidently, listen attentively and respond appropriately to unleash the power of effective discussion.

Our Mission

Oracy-Unlocked is dedicated provider of oracy education, aiming to improve communication skills among students in educational institutions. We offer consulting services for educational leadership, focusing on integrating oracy into teaching pedagogy and school improvement.

Our mission is to increase students' confidence, participation, and critical thinking abilities by fostering an oracy culture within classrooms and as part of a whole-school strategic approach. We achieve this by providing evidence-based strategies and ongoing support. 

Our HEAR Values

HEAR stands for High expectations, Empowerment, Authenticity, and Responsibility.

These are the four values that guide our work at Oracy-Unlocked. We believe that these values are essential for creating a successful and sustainable educational partnership and oracy culture at your setting.

High Expectations

We believe that all leaders, teachers and students can embed and demonstrate excellent oracy skills, and we set high expectations for their success. We provide educators with the support they need to lead by example and reach their full potential.

Empowerment

We believe that teachers are the keys to unlocking the skills needed for students to communicate their ideas clearly and confidently. We provide them with the resources they need to develop their own effective oracy pedagogy.

Authenticity

We believe that learning to communicate effectively is a lifelong process. At Oracy-Unlocked, we are honest about the challenges your setting will face but we provide your educators with a range of strategies and real-world opportunities to hone resilience and perseverance.

Reflection

We believe that our work has the potential to make a positive impact on the lives of everyone at your educational setting. We are committed to providing reflective practices to enable the best possible learning experiences and put you on an upward trajectory. 

Why People Choose Us?

Holistic Approach

We believe that oracy is more than just speaking and listening. It is a complex skill that involves thinking, reasoning, and communicating effectively. Our holistic approach to oracy education takes all of these factors into account, and we work with schools and educational settings to develop a comprehensive oracy program that meets the needs of their students.

Bespoke Attention

We understand that every school and educational setting is different. That's why we offer bespoke attention to our clients. We work with you to understand your specific needs and goals, and we tailor our services accordingly. We believe that this approach ensures that our clients get the most out of our services.

Practical Pedagogical Experience

We have worked with schools and educational settings of all sizes, and we have a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that these settings face. This practical experience allows us to provide our clients with the most effective and relevant advice and support.

Service Highlights

Oracy Outreach

This dynamic program will equip you with the knowledge and skills to create a vibrant oracy culture in your school environment.

Through reflective discussions, in the learning experiences, engaging workshops, interactive activities, and expert-led sessions, you'll learn how to empower your students to communicate effectively and enrich their learning.

Oracy Excellence

Oracy Excellence is a comprehensive, tailored, and effective solution that can help your school develop a transformative oracy education framework. Our solution covers everything you need to develop an outstanding oracy curriculum and planning highly effective oracy-based lessons to your setting. We work closely with you to design an approach that aligns with your specific needs and goals.

Oracy Mastery

Dynamic workshops help students practise and engage in different dialogic discussions in a safe and supportive environment. This allows students to develop their oracy skills, build confidence, and enhance their ability to articulate ideas effectively. Through engaging activities and curated resources, students are empowered to become confident communicators and active participants in their learning journey.

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Your Journey

We work with you to develop a customised oracy education plan that meets your specific requirements. Our team of experienced consultants will provide you with ongoing support and guidance as you implement the plan.

Products & Services

We believe that oracy is essential for success in school and in life. Our products and services are designed to help you develop the oracy skills that your students need to succeed.

Kris Willcox
(MSc, PGCE, BSc)

Lead Oracy Consultant, Teacher, Oracy Expert and Educational Researcher 

As the founder and principal consultant of Oracy-Unlocked, I offer an extensive background as a primary school teacher, accumulating a decade of valuable classroom experience.

I hold a distinguished Master's degree in the Psychology of Education (University of Bristol, ranked #55 in QS World University Ranking, 2024), with a particular emphasis on advancing children's oracy skills. Notably, my dissertation, which is available to read on the Open Science Framework website, exemplifies my unwavering dedication to implementing evidence-based approaches in the field of oracy education.

Testimonials

Kyle Rees

Oracy Lead, EDI Lead, PE Lead, Raising Attainment Lead and Class Teacher

Kris is a highly skilled and experienced oracy consultant who has a passion for helping schools improve their teaching and learning of oracy.
Kris's expertise, resources, and support have been invaluable in helping our school transform the way we teach oracy.

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Kerry Coote

Principal of Evergreen Primary Academy

Kris from Oracy-Unlocked can help you improve your school's oracy strategy.
Kris's tailored approach and evidence-based insights, honed through dedicated mentorship, have redefined our academy's oracy culture, offering a transformative and tailored approach for schools seeking impactful change.

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Contact and enquiries

Please get in touch to arrange a free 30 minute consultation to see if Oracy-Unlocked can support your educational setting.

BUSINESS HOURS:
Monday - Thursday: 9am to 5:30pm
Friday: 9am to 3pm
Weekends & Bank Holidays: CLOSED

PHONE:
(+44) 07512692754