What we do
Over the past 15 years, Chess in Schools and Communities has supported over 2,700 UK state schools with chess lessons, clubs, equipment, and training. Find out why chess will help your pupils, and how we can help.
In addition, CSC runs chess projects in libraries, prisons, hospitals, with older people, and with refugees. We also organise an annual world-class chess tournament, the London Chess Classic, and ChessFest, a mass engagement event held each July in Trafalgar Square.
Our Impact
2,700+
schools supported throughout the UK with teaching, equipment, training and more
94%
of school staff believe our chess lessons have improved their pupils' cognitive skills
25,500
children will benefit from the scheme nationwide this year
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The Benefits of Learning Chess
Why learning chess will bring both educational and social benefits to your pupils.
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Social Mobility Commission Report
The important role played by extra-curricular activities in developing soft skills and increasing social mobility
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How We Teach Chess in Schools
Our bespoke curriculum is suitable for children with no prior knowledge of chess.
Who We Are
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