Chris Quigley's Oracy Framework for EYFS to KS3
Structured, progressive and fully-resourced, our Oracy Framework helps you teach speaking and listening with the same rigour as reading and writing.
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What is Oracy?
Oracy is the disciplined art of speaking and listening—where thinking, language, expression, and collaboration come together to shape understanding and communication. It includes both verbal and non-verbal elements and spans a variety of interactions, from formal presentations to collaborative discussions. To Learn more...
Read: Complete Guide to Teaching Oracy from EYFS to KS3
Read: Why Oracy Matters
Read: Oracy is not a Subject, but Every Subject Requires it
Read: Curriculum-Based Debates: A Powerful Classroom Talk Strategy
What is Tongue Fu Talking®?
Developed by Chris Quigley Education, Tongue Fu Talking® is a FULLY-RESOURCED, structured and progressive framework for embedding oracy in all curriculum subjects. It draws its name from kung fu—not because it involves fighting, but because of what kung fu really means: a disciplined pursuit of mastery through dedicated practice. In the same way that martial artists refine their movements, control, and focus, Tongue Fu Talking® helps students master the powerful discipline of spoken communication.
What's included?
Your one year subscription includes:
Leader Resources:
- Oracy Framework
- Whole School Oracy Policy
- Parent Information Sheet
- CPD Videos
Teacher Resources:
- Debating Guidebook
- 120 curriculum-based debates for each belt (480 Debates with worked-examples in total!)
- Metacognition Guidebook
- Sentence Stems - Predictions, Questioning, Visualising & Reflecting
- Presenting Guidebook
- Printable Presenter wheels for the four belts
- Assessment Materials
COMING SOON:
- Games to Introduce the Disciplines
- Gestures Cards
- Discussion Mats
- Because -So - But Discussions
- Monthly Challenges
- Vocabulary Spines AND MORE
Part of Chris Quigley Education
A Structured Approach to Oracy Development
We use two modes of talking to work through four key disciplines, giving identity and context to the facets of oracy.
Two Modes of Speaking: Explorer and Presenter
Explorer Mode, for thinking together; Presenter Mode, for speaking to an audience
Explorer Mode
Presenter Mode
Four Disciplines to Master
Each discipline focuses on a different element of communication, ensuring pupils speak and listen effectively.
The Stance
The Flow
The Mind
The Bond
Four Grade Belts
Mirroring martial arts grading, the four tier progression system moves from White to Black Belt.
White Belt
Green Belt
Brown Belt
Black Belt
Tongue Fu Talking® At a Glance
- Two modes
- Four Disciplines
- Four Progression Belts
Now explore the 23 Teachable Practices that lead to mastery within the Disciplines.
23 Teachable Practices
Access fully resourced, teachable practices for every belt level – including modelled debates, presentation tips, sentence stems, teachers guidebooks and more.
The Stance
The Stance practices focuses on:
- Pacing
- Tone
- Pronunciation
- Projection
- Gestures & Posture
- Eyes & Face
The Flow
The Flow practices develop students’ ability to use language:
- Vocabulary
- Register
- Grammatical Awareness
- Sentence Structure
- Rhetorical Flair
The Mind
The Mind practices support the thinking that shapes speech:
- Content & Purpose
- Metacognition
- Reasoning With Justification
- Summarising
- Structure
- Focus
The Bond
The Bond practices develop the social and emotional dimension of talk:
- Managing Interactions
- Turn Taking & Active Listening
- Audience Awareness
- Self-Assurance & Resilience
- Liveliness & Engagement
- Encouragement & Collaboration
Kind Words
"The resources are brilliant and provide the tools to develop a more formal approach to champion Oracy across our school."
Sample Resources
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