World Schools Team Chess Championship 2025 Returns – Now in the USA!
The FIDE World Schools Team Chess Championship is back — and this year, it’s heading to the United States!
After a successful debut in Kazakhstan in 2023, the 2025 edition will be held from August 2 to August 7 at Episcopal High School, just 11 km from downtown Washington, D.C.
This exciting global chess event is organized by FIDE in partnership with the International School Chess Federation (ISCF) and proudly supported by Freedom Holding Corp.
A Global Stage for School Chess Teams
Teams from schools all over the world will compete. Each team is nominated by their national federation and represents a general educational institution. The goal? To celebrate school-level chess and bring young talents together on an international stage.
The event is especially focused on supporting grassroots school chess clubs — helping them grow and connect with the global chess community.
What to Expect in 2025
The 2025 edition will feature:
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More countries
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More teams
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More talented young chess players
The tournament format:
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8 rounds
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Swiss system
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Teams of 4 players + 1 reserve + 1 non-playing captain
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Time control: 45 minutes + 10 seconds per move
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Two games per day for four days
Smart Moves Summit: Chess Meets Education
Alongside the tournament, FIDE will host the Smart Moves Summit — a powerful conference exploring the connection between chess and education.
Attendees will include:
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Parents
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School leaders
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Researchers
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EdTech innovators
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Chess business leaders
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Officials and global chess fans
They’ll share ideas, stories, and research on how chess improves learning, builds confidence, and teaches critical thinking.
The summit will feature:
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Keynote speeches by chess influencers and educators
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Teacher training workshops
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Interactive panels
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Global school partnerships
This event aims to make a lasting impact both on and off the board.
Words from the Leaders
Emil Sutovsky, CEO of FIDE, shared:
“Kazakhstan’s event was a huge success. In 2025, we’re going bigger — with more teams and new initiatives like the Smart Moves Summit. Thanks to Freedom Holding Corp. for their amazing support.”
Timur Turlov, President of the Kazakhstan Chess Federation and CEO of Freedom Holding Corp., said:
“This event is more than a tournament. It’s a place for coaches, parents, and teachers to grow, share, and bring new ideas to their chess programs.”
A Perfect Venue: Episcopal High School
The championship will take place at Episcopal High School, a beautiful and historic campus known for its excellent academics and facilities. It’s the ideal place to host young chess players who are ready to think deeply, compete fairly, and connect globally.
Be Part of It!
The World Schools Team Championship 2025 is a must-watch event on the international chess calendar.
Registration details will be shared soon via official FIDE channels.
For more information, email:
📩 worldschoolteam@fide.com
Photos: FIDE_chess
Source: FIDE CHESS NEWS
