THE QUEEN'S COMMONWEALTH ESSAY COMPETITION
Since 1883, we have delivered The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition, the world's oldest international schools' writing competition. Today, we work to expand its reach, providing life-changing opportunities for young people around the world.
ENTER THE QCEC 2024
The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024 is now live!
Find out more about this year’s theme
'Our Common Wealth' and make sure to enter by 15 May 2024!
140 years of The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition
The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) is the world’s oldest international writing competition for schools and has been proudly delivered by the Royal Commonwealth Society since 1883.
ABOUT THE COMPETITION
An opportunity for young Commonwealth citizens to share their thoughts, ideas and experiences on key global issues and have their hard work and achievement celebrated internationally.
Frequently Asked Questions for the Competition. Before contacting us please read these.
MEET THE WINNERS
In 2023 we were delighted to receive a record-breaking 34,924 entries, with winners from India and Malaysia. Read their winning pieces as well as those from previous years.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Terms and Conditions for entrants to The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition. Please ensure you have thoroughly read them before submitting your entry.
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Since 1883, we have delivered The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition, the world's oldest international schools' writing competition. Today, we work to expand its reach, providing life-changing opportunities for young people around the world.