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2023 NSC Interschool Chess Tournaments


Qualify for NSC Victorian Schools State Finals in term 4!

Top 30% qualify for -NSC Vic Schools Open state finals

Top 30% girls qualify for -NSC Vic Schools Girls state finals

Kryal Castle Chess Shield 2023

Experience the magic!

Tuesday 28th March - Secondary Open Championship
Wednesday 29th March - Primary Open Championship

Northern Star Chess is proud to present this unique experience for junior chess players in Victoria

Primary and Secondary students from schools in Victoria are invited to play in a special NSC School Zonal day at this amazing venue.

Organise your school chess program!


NSC offers school chess programs in a range of formats - including online, in-person or a hybrid setting.
Please get in touch with us to discuss how we can put together a program that works for your school.

Term 1 Junior Chess Club Programs (outside school)


The NSC Junior Chess Club programs provide a pathway for Primary and Secondary school chess players to transition beyond school chess. The programs focus on chess improvement at the students' level, in a fun and engaging environment. Experienced coaches work with students in groups based on skill levels.

Sunday afternoon JCC (fully onsite)

  • This program is conducted at St Bridget's Primary School in Balwyn North.
  • The Chess Club program (JCC) starts at 1pm. It is a 1.5 hour session which includes chess lessons, tactics work and game play.
  • The Tournament Squad program (JTS) follwows at 2:30pm. Students learn more advanced tournament skills and the discipline necessary for more serious tournaments
  • More info
  • Register Online