Hillcrest Schools

Hillcrest College Shines at the Royalties Debate Open National Championships

Hillcrest College continues to affirm its reputation as a centre of excellence within Hillcrest Schools following an outstanding and highly competitive performance at the Royalties Debate Open (RDO) National Championships held at St Ignatius from 10 to 16 December. Competing in Debate, Public Speaking and Quiz, our pupils represented the school with confidence, discipline and distinction, delivering results that reflect the enduring strength of a Hillcrest education.

In a notable milestone, Hillcrest College successfully broke into the Quiz category at the National Championships and progressed to the Finals, marking a significant achievement and reinforcing the College’s growing academic depth and competitive edge at national level. This breakthrough highlights strong analytical thinking, teamwork and academic rigour—qualities that continue to define Hillcrest pupils well beyond their school years.

Public Speaking proved to be a particular strength for the College, with Hillcrest recording the highest number of participants advancing to the Semifinals. Tristan Munjoma, Hannah Raja, Danielle Vunyungwi, Jed January and Dannielle Matuku progressed to this stage, demonstrating exceptional confidence, clarity of thought and articulate expression. Their success reflects the College’s consistent emphasis on communication skills and leadership development.

The Debate teams also delivered commendable performances throughout the championships. The Junior Debate Team qualified for the Semifinals following a series of disciplined and competitive debates, while the Senior Debate Team competed with resilience and determination against strong opposition. Across all rounds, both teams demonstrated strategic thinking, teamwork and composure under pressure.

Collectively, these achievements reflect Hillcrest College’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded, confident and intellectually capable young people. Whether on the debate floor, the public speaking platform or in academic quiz challenges, Hillcrest pupils continue to distinguish themselves and uphold the values of the school. Hillcrest Schools remains proud of these accomplishments and of the pupils and staff whose dedication ensures the College’s lasting presence on the national stage.