Irish Board of Speech and Drama Ltd

The Irish Board of Speech and Drama Limited is Ireland’s rapidly expanding, inclusive examining body for young performers and communicators. It offers a welcoming, child‑centred framework that encourages confidence and creativity through speech, drama and broader communication skills, positioning itself as the most approachable authority in the field.

In parallel, the Irish Board of Dance Performance delivers easy‑to‑organise, performance‑based examinations in Classical Ballet and Modern Theatre Dance. These exams are designed to be encouraging and supportive, giving children a clear pathway to develop technique and artistic expression within a structured yet flexible system.

Both arms of the Board share a common mission: to nurture talent, foster a love of the performing arts, and provide recognised qualifications that celebrate each learner’s progress. Their programmes are tailored for schools, clubs and private teachers across Ireland, making high‑quality artistic assessment accessible to all.