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Remember this? Here’s the video from ChessFest 2024
ChessFest is the UK’s largest chess event. It’s free to attend and features a wide range of fun, family friendly chess activities. Here’s our video to remind you.
Gawain Jones Wins the XTX Markets London Chess Classic 2024
Grandmaster Gawain Jones had a spectacular tournament, clinching his first title at the XTX Markets London Chess Classic, held at Arsenal FC's Emirates Stadium.
London Chess Classic Schools Events
The LCC’s school events are always a highlight of the event and this year was no exception.
CSC Grand Prix Final at the Emirates
The final leg of CSC’s junior tournament series took place on Sunday 1st December.
National Schools Chess Championships: Online Qualifying Event
14 schools participated in our NSCC qualifier this year. The top three will now advance to a regional knockout
Schools Invited to CSC’s Online Qualifier for The National Schools Chess Championships
On Monday, 25th November, from 4pm to 5pm, CSC will host an online qualifying event on Lichess for the English Chess Federation’s National Schools Chess Championships.
Line-up of the XTX Markets London Chess Classic nearly complete
Vidit Gujrathi from India today confirmed his participation in our tournament in four weeks’ time.
CSC Junior Grand Prix
On Saturday, 19th October, the sixth tournament of the CSC Junior Grand Prix took place at South Hampstead High School.
CSC at the St Albans Community Showcase
Participating in the St Albans Community Showcase was a great opportunity to connect with other charities and volunteers.
The London Chess Classic is back!
Chess in Schools and Communities is proud to announce the return of the London Chess Classic., sponsored by XTX Markets, in December 2024.
CSC Ambassador Demis Hassabis awarded Nobel Prize
Our congratulations to Demis on being awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize for Chemistry.
Lord Mayor of Westminster hosts CSC tournament
CSC organised the Westminster Schools’ Chess Tournament, held in the spectacular setting of the Lord Mayor’s Parlour at Westminster City Hall.
GM Gawain Jones on strategic thinking in chess
Grandmaster Gawain Jones gave an inspiring talk on chess strategy to 30 CSC pupils.
A Masterclass from GM Andrew Hong
Thomas Buxton Primary School from Whitechapel received a real treat this week - a masterclass from American Grandmaster Andrew Hong.
CSC at the Global Chess League
Thirty children from Malorees Junior School in Brent enjoyed a trip to the Global Chess League (GCL) in central London.
Entries are now open for the CSC Junior Grand Prix
The tournament will be held on Saturday 19th October 2024 at South Hampstead High School, London.
Evelyn Partners Cup, featuring CSC head office
The Evelyn Partners Cup, an exciting new corporate chess event, took place this month in partnership with the City Chess Association and CSC.
Thomas Buxton Primary School takes on Judit Polgar
A Year 6 class from Thomas Buxton Primary School had an unforgettable opportunity to take on the legendary Grandmaster Judit Polgar.
The Ginger GM visits HMP Wandsworth
Grandmaster Simon Williams, the Ginger GM, took on 20 prisoners in a simultaneous display at HMP Wandsworth.