The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
Create your own fun classroom job board with this easy-to-use Word document! It has spaces for job titles, what the job involves (duties), and what kind of person would be perfect for the role (looking for).
You can change the jobs to fit your classroom – maybe you need a “Line Leader” or a “Pencil Sharpener”! This is a great way to help everyone in the class feel important and learn about different responsibilities.
The document is fully editable, so you can type right into it and make it your own. It’s perfect for teachers who want to get their students involved in helping out around the classroom!
Why it’s great:
★ Editable: You can change everything to fit your needs!
★ Easy to use: Just open it in Word and start typing.
★ Fun and engaging: Helps students learn about responsibility.
Perfect for classroom management: Makes everyone feel included.
These Bonfire Night Assemblies are designed for KS1 and KS2 pupils to learn about the history of Bonfire Night and how to stay safe around fireworks. Covering the story of the Gunpowder Plot, firework safety rules, and the importance of tolerance, these assemblies are ideal for primary schools during the autumn term or for other celebrations involving fireworks.
What’s Included:
✔ Two fully resourced PowerPoint assemblies (can be used together or separately).
✔ Story of the Gunpowder Plot with discussion points.
✔ Firework safety guidance including a video and the Firework Code.
✔ Bonfire Night themed poem and reflection activities.
✔ Christian prayers at the end of each assembly for collective worship.
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Assembly 1 – The Story of Bonfire Night:
Why we celebrate Bonfire Night.
Overview of the Gunpowder Plot explained simply for KS1 and KS2.
Discussion on the value of tolerance (with notes under slides).
Concluding prayer for reflection.
★ Assembly 2 – Firework Safety and Bonfire Night:
Key questions to engage pupils on Bonfire Night traditions.
Discussion on why fireworks can be dangerous.
Short video clip about firework safety (link included).
The Firework Code explained clearly for younger audiences.
Bonfire Night poem and closing prayer.
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Ready-to-use with minimal preparation needed.
✔ Covers both historical understanding and practical safety advice.
✔ Can be adapted for New Year’s Eve or religious festivals involving fireworks.
✔ Suitable for whole-school assemblies or separate KS1 and KS2 sessions.
Suggested Use Cases:
Perfect for KS1 and KS2 assemblies, PSHE lessons, British Values discussions, Citizenship teaching, and collective worship sessions during the autumn term.
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Inspire children to believe in themselves and think about their future | Ideal for transitions, especially at the end of the year
This Aspirations Assembly is a fantastic way to inspire children to think about their hopes, dreams, and create belief in themselves. Perfect for any time of the year, especially when transitioning to a new phase, this assembly is ideal for encouraging students to reflect on their aspirations and build confidence as they look towards the future.
What’s Included:
✓ 22-slide PowerPoint presentation with interactive content
✓ Engaging activities to ensure children are involved and interested
✓ Thought-provoking questions and reflections to encourage self-belief and goal-setting
Key Features:
★ What are your hopes and dreams?
Encourage children to think about their future and set personal goals for their aspirations.
★ The Key to Success
Introduce the importance of perseverance, working hard, and not giving up when facing challenges.
★ What Will You Be in the Future? (Careers)
Spark ideas about future careers and what success in different fields might look like.
★ Perseverance and Not Giving Up
Promote the value of persistence in the pursuit of personal and academic goals.
★ Working Hard for Success
Highlight the importance of effort and dedication in achieving dreams.
★ Inspirational People
Share stories of famous figures who have overcome obstacles to achieve greatness, providing motivation for students.
★ Reminders about Believing in Yourself
Reinforce the power of self-belief and confidence in making dreams a reality.
Why this resource stands out:
Interactive and Engaging: Keeps children actively involved and thinking about their aspirations.
Encourages Personal Growth: Helps build self-belief and promotes perseverance and hard work.
Flexible Use: Can be used in any primary school setting and across a range of year groups (KS1 and KS2).
Ideal for:
KS1 and KS2 students
Transitions, especially at the end of the school year
Citizenship, PSHE, and British Values education
Assemblies, collective worship, or motivational sessions
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The Memory Box Homework Pack contains 51 engaging tasks that encourage students to reflect on their personal experiences and explore memories creatively. Designed for primary school learners, this resource spans a variety of subjects and provides opportunities for personal expression and reflection through both written and artistic activities.
What’s Included:
✔ 51 creative tasks that inspire reflection and personal expression
✔ Parent letter to foster communication between school and home
✔ Record sheet to help students track progress
✔ Curated list of fiction and non-fiction book recommendations
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Task Variety: 51 tasks encouraging students to create their own virtual memory boxes. Tasks include writing, drawing, and reflective activities.
★ Flexible Learning: Students can choose tasks based on their interests and complete them at their own pace.
★ Progress Tracking: The record sheet allows students to track their task completion and reflect on their learning journey.
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Supports differentiation, with a wide range of tasks to suit various learning styles
✔ Encourages self-reflection and personal expression
✔ Promotes a strong home-school connection with the parent letter
✔ Provides cross-curricular learning opportunities in writing, art, and history
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for primary school students, this homework pack is great for building reflection skills, supporting creative writing, and encouraging independent learning. It’s also perfect for theme-based projects or for integrating personal development into the curriculum.
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This 16-slide PowerPoint assembly introduces students to the real-life school journeys of children from around the world, including those in Ecuador. Pupils will learn about how children like Jefferson and Lizbeth travel through the rainforest or by canoe on the River Napo to reach school. This resource provides a global perspective on the importance of education, despite the challenges these children face.
What’s Included:
✔ 16-slide PowerPoint presentation
✔ Real-life stories of children’s school journeys
✔ Images and descriptions of the children’s experiences in Ecuador
✔ Insights into the geography and culture of different countries
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Introduction: Students are introduced to the concept of school journeys around the world, with a focus on children in Ecuador.
★ Main Activity: The PowerPoint explores the unique paths to school, showing how children in different environments navigate to school.
★ Reflection: Students reflect on their own school journeys and the importance of education.
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Encourages global awareness and cultural understanding
✔ Provides a meaningful discussion starter for KS1 and KS2 students
✔ Can be used for whole-school assemblies or classroom activities
✔ Helps students reflect on their own experiences and challenges
Suggested Use Cases:
This assembly is ideal for KS1 and KS2 geography lessons, global awareness topics, or as part of a school-wide assembly. It’s also perfect for promoting discussions on education and cultural differences.
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This Healthy Eating Assembly PowerPoint provides a clear and engaging way to teach KS1 and KS2 pupils about balanced diets, food groups, and the importance of making healthy choices. The 21-slide presentation is designed for whole-school assemblies and promotes key messages around health and wellbeing.
What’s Included:
✔ 21-slide PowerPoint for a Healthy Eating Assembly.
✔ Interactive games and discussion prompts.
✔ Reflection section for pupil responses.
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Introduction to Healthy Eating:
An overview of why food choices matter and how they affect the body and mind.
★ Understanding Food Groups:
Slides explain different food groups and encourage pupils to identify examples of healthy foods.
★ Interactive Activities:
Simple stretching exercises linked to food groups and interactive games to keep pupils involved.
★ Reflection and Discussion:
Opportunities for pupils to reflect on their own eating habits and set healthy goals.
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Ready-to-use for assemblies with no additional planning needed.
✔ Supports PSHE and health and wellbeing objectives.
✔ Encourages pupil participation and active learning.
✔ Suitable for a wide primary age range (KS1 and KS2).
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for whole-school assemblies, PSHE lessons, healthy eating weeks, or health and wellbeing initiatives.
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The Wonderful Woodland Homework Pack offers a range of 51 tasks designed to engage students in exploring the natural world from home. This resource spans multiple subjects, including reading, writing, maths, science, history, geography, RE, PSHE, PE, art, and music, providing a comprehensive approach to home learning.
What’s Included:
✔ 51 tasks covering a variety of subjects
✔ Parent letter to encourage a strong home-school connection
✔ Record sheet for students to track their progress
✔ Book recommendations, both fiction and non-fiction, to complement the woodland theme
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Task Variety: Includes creative activities, research tasks, and written assignments across different subjects.
★ Flexible Learning: Tasks are designed to cater to different learning styles and can be chosen by students based on their interests.
★ Cross-curricular Approach: Covers a wide range of subjects such as reading, maths, science, art, and more, all related to the woodland theme.
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Encourages independent learning with a choice-based approach
✔ Fosters a connection between home and school through the parent letter
✔ Provides a clear way to track student progress
✔ Promotes reading and exploration with handpicked book recommendations
✔ Supports a broad range of subjects in a fun and engaging way
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for primary school students, this pack is perfect for themed homework projects or as part of cross-curricular learning about nature, woodlands, and the environment. It can be used as a whole-class or individual homework activity.
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This Dinosaur Planet Homework Pack offers a fun and interactive way for students to explore a variety of subjects including geography, history, science, maths, writing, and reading. The pack includes 51 tasks that are themed around dinosaurs, allowing students to choose tasks based on their interests and work at their own pace.
What’s Included:
✔ 51 homework tasks across multiple subjects
✔ Creative and engaging tasks focused on the theme of Dinosaur Planet
✔ A parent letter explaining the homework grid
✔ A record sheet for students to track completed tasks
✔ Differentiated tasks to cater to varying skill levels
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Task Variety: Includes writing activities, research tasks, and creative projects related to dinosaurs.
★ Flexible Approach: Students choose which tasks to complete and how many, making it adaptable to individual needs.
★ Cross-curricular Focus: Tasks cover subjects such as geography, history, science, maths, and English.
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Encourages independent learning with a choice-based approach
✔ Promotes creativity through writing, research, and art
✔ Provides a fun way to extend learning beyond the classroom
✔ Offers differentiated tasks for students of varying abilities
✔ Includes clear guidance for both students and parents
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for Year 1 and Year 2 students, this homework pack is perfect for themed topics on dinosaurs or as part of cross-curricular learning. It can be used as a class project or given to individual students as part of a differentiated homework strategy.
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This Perseverance Assembly is designed to inspire students to reflect on their challenges and build belief in their own abilities. Perfect for KS1 and KS2, this assembly is especially meaningful at key times, such as at the end of the school year or when moving on to new challenges. It encourages students to think about their perseverance and fosters a positive mindset.
What’s Included:
★ 16-Slide PowerPoint: A visually engaging and interactive presentation, including thought-provoking questions and activities.
★ Interactive Activities: Students are encouraged to share their own challenges, make a perseverance pledge, and reflect on their goals.
★ Engaging Story: The assembly features Andy the Ant, a story about an ant who demonstrates perseverance, inspiring students to keep going when faced with obstacles.
★ Music & Singing: Includes a link to an uplifting song to promote enthusiasm and engagement.
★ Reflection & Prayer: Time for students to reflect on their personal journey and finish with a prayer, encouraging a sense of community and shared growth.
Key Features:
★ Encourages self-reflection and a growth mindset.
★ Provides a story-based approach to teach perseverance, ideal for primary school students.
★ Promotes British values, including trust, determination, and positive behaviour.
★ Perfect for Citizenship, PSHE, or worship assemblies, helping to nurture students’ personal development.
This assembly is ideal for KS1 and KS2 students (Years 1–6) and can be adapted for use in class or as part of a school-wide event. It serves as a great reminder for children to keep going and believe in themselves, no matter the challenges ahead.
A fully planned and resourced KS2 lesson on Honesty, perfect for teaching British Values and encouraging meaningful classroom discussion. This lesson has been used in an OFSTED observation and was rated Outstanding.
What’s included:
✔ A clear, structured lesson plan
✔ Engaging and editable PowerPoint presentation
✔ Activities that promote personal reflection and whole-class collaboration
Ideal for:
✔ British Values curriculum
✔ Character education or PSHE
✔ OFSTED interview or observation lessons
✔ Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 (easily adapted across KS2)
This lesson supports pupils in exploring what honesty means, why it matters in everyday life, and how it links to respect, trust, and fairness.
It works well as a standalone lesson or as part of a wider PSHE or values-based unit.
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Celebrate and learn from the stories of famous disabled people in history and today with this engaging and inclusive lesson for disability history month. This lesson covers the following learning objective and success criteria:
Learning objective: To learn about the lives and achievements of some famous disabled people in history and today, and how they overcame the challenges and barriers they faced.
Success criteria: By the end of the lesson, you will be able to:
★ Name some famous disabled people in history and today and describe their disabilities and accomplishments.
★ Compare and contrast the experiences and opportunities of disabled people in different historical periods and contexts.
★ Express your opinions and feelings about the stories of famous disabled people and how they inspire you.
This resource pack includes:
★ A detailed lesson plan with clear instructions.
★ A PowerPoint presentation with slides for the starter, main teacher input, main activity, and plenary.
★ Eight famous disabled people cards with information and images of Helen Keller, Stephen Hawking, Frida Kahlo, Ludwig van Beethoven, Stevie Wonder, Alex Zanardi, Aaron Fortheringham, and Warwick Davis.
★ A presentation criteria sheet with a checklist.
This lesson is designed to develop the students’ knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of disability as a natural and diverse part of human life, and to inspire them to pursue their goals and dreams, and to support disability equality and inclusion in their school and community. It also supports the development of the students’ research, presentation, and communication skills, as well as their critical thinking and creativity.
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Get ready to transform your school into a bustling post office with this exciting and educational resource pack! Your students will love taking on the roles of postmasters and sorters, while learning valuable skills along the way.
What’s Inside?
★ Editable Display Pack:
★ Lunchtime Passes: Official-looking passes to give your postal service that extra special touch!
★ Collection and Delivery Times Display: A clear and colourful display to keep everyone informed about mail schedules.
★ Editable Class List: Easily add your class names and details for smooth mail delivery.
★ Easy-to-Use Spreadsheet: A clever spreadsheet that automatically calculates the total number of cards posted to each class! Perfect for keeping accurate records.
★ Rota Sheets: Handy rota sheets to organise your student post office workers, with clear sections for responsibilities.
Why This Resource Is Awesome:
★ Real-World Learning: Students will develop practical skills like organisation, teamwork, and responsibility.
★ Maths Made Fun: The spreadsheet helps students understand data and calculations in a fun and engaging way.
★ Literacy in Action: Writing and delivering messages encourages literacy skills.
★ Social Skills: Students learn to communicate and work together effectively.
★ School Community Building: This project brings the whole school together in a fun and interactive way.
How It Works:
★ Set up a post office area in your school.
Students write and address messages (or cards) to their friends and teachers.
★ The student post office team collects, sorts, and delivers the mail.
★ Use the spreadsheet to track deliveries and the rota sheets to organise your team!
Perfect for:
★ Christmas cards
★ Birthday cards
★ PSHE lessons
★ Maths activities
★ Literacy development
★ Whole-school projects
★ Building a positive school community
These two PowerPoint assemblies are designed to help children understand the importance of respect and how to show it to themselves and others. Aimed at primary school pupils, these assemblies encourage reflection and discussion on respect, bullying, and friendship.
What’s Included:
✔ 11-slide PowerPoint on respect
✔ 16-slide PowerPoint on showing respect and treating others equally
✔ Reflection time for pupils to consider their actions and how to improve
✔ Prayer included for both assemblies
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Assembly 1
What does respect mean?
Exploring how emotions, actions, and relationships affect respect
How to treat others the way you want to be treated
Reflection time and prayer
★ Assembly 2
Why is respect important?
Treating others equally and appreciating differences
Understanding disrespectful behaviour and how to address it
Reflection time and prayer
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Supports PSHE and citizenship learning
✔ Encourages positive behaviour and respect in a variety of situations
✔ Offers space for self-reflection and personal growth
✔ Suitable for use in both KS1 and KS2
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for KS1 and KS2 assemblies, collective worship, or as part of a broader PSHE lesson on respect, bullying, and British values. Can be used to reinforce good behaviour and foster positive relationships in the classroom.
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Fully resourced for PSHE / assembly | Ideal for exploring British Values and promoting respect for differences
This engaging PowerPoint is designed to help students understand the importance of tolerance, diversity, and embracing differences. Through 30 thought-provoking slides, children will explore the British Value of tolerance, discuss their likes and dislikes, and reflect on how our differences make us unique and interesting. The resource includes a poem and a pretend scenario that will encourage children to recognise intolerance and consider ways to approach differences with respect and understanding.
What’s Included:
30 interactive slides to discuss tolerance, diversity, and differences
A poem to inspire reflection on tolerance
A pretend scenario to help children understand intolerance
Questions and prompts for discussion
Engaging visuals to support learning and understanding
Why This Resource Stands Out:
Clear and Simple: Designed to be easily accessible for both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 students.
Reflective and Thought-Provoking: Encourages children to consider their own experiences and opinions, promoting deeper understanding of British Values.
Engaging Format: A visually appealing PowerPoint that makes it easy for children to learn about tolerance and diversity.
Versatile: Suitable for assemblies, class discussions, or standalone PSHE lessons.
Ideal For: KS1, KS2, PSHE, British Values, Diversity, Tolerance, Classroom Reflection, Assemblies.
These two PowerPoints explain the impact of hurtful words and encourage children to think before they speak.
Through reflection activities and interactive discussions, children will explore how words can affect others and how they can be kinder in their everyday conversations. Each assembly includes time for children to reflect on what they have learned and how they can apply kindness and thoughtfulness in their own lives.
These assemblies are a great way to introduce friendship, the importance of kindness, and help children understand the power their words have in both face-to-face and online situations.
Ideal for primary school settings, these assemblies can be used for KS1, KS2, or mixed-age classes.
What’s included:
✔ 14-slide PowerPoint and 12-slide PowerPoint
✔ Interactive content to engage students and encourage reflection
✔ Simple and practical ways for children to show kindness and think before speaking
Key features of Assembly 1:
✸ Discussing the “Sticks and Stones” saying – is it true?
✸ Reflecting on the best and worst things people have said
✸ Understanding what happens when words are spoken without thought
✸ Exploring times when people hurt others, both face-to-face and online
✸ Reflection time: Saying positive things
✸ Reflection time: Thinking before speaking
Key features of Assembly 2:
✸ Using an apple to symbolise the power of mean words
✸ Exploring what children can do when upset by someone’s words
✸ Demonstrating how hurtful words can’t be taken back using toothpaste as a symbol
✸ Watching a video to show how powerful words can be
✸ Reflection time: Understanding the power of words
Why this assembly stands out:
✔ Encourages kindness and empathy in daily life
✔ Promotes awareness of both online and offline bullying
✔ Simple and engaging content that children can relate to
✔ Suitable for all primary school age groups, KS1 and KS2
✔ Perfect for fostering a positive school environment focused on respect
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These two engaging thankfulness assemblies provide an excellent way to introduce children to the value of gratitude and how they can show thankfulness in their daily lives. Ideal for primary schools, these assemblies can be used in KS1, KS2, or across the whole class.
What’s included:
✔ 12-slide PowerPoint
✔ 14-slide PowerPoint
✔ PDF with teacher notes for each presentation
✔ Two leaf templates
✔ Example gratitude tree display
✔ Interactive activities to ensure children stay engaged
✔ Christian prayer in the first assembly (for collective worship)
Key features of Assembly 1:
✸ Discussing favourite things and material goods
✸ Exploring what makes us truly happy
✸ Poem about ‘treasures’ in life
✸ Reflection time for children to think about gratitude
✸ Prayer included for collective worship
Key features of Assembly 2:
✸ Explaining what gratitude is
✸ How to show thanks and how it feels to give and receive thanks
✸ The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein (with a link to the story or book reading option)
✸ Reflection questions on The Giving Tree
✸ Gratitude journaling activity – What are you grateful for?
✸ Discussing poverty and homelessness and appreciating what we have
✸ Creating a gratitude tree with the children
Perfect for:
KS1 and KS2 students
Citizenship, PSHE, and British Values lessons
Classroom activities or assemblies
Reflection time on the value of gratitude and thankfulness
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This Year 1 PE unit includes six structured lesson plans designed to teach children the fundamentals of gymnastics. The unit focuses on developing key physical skills such as body control, movement, and sequence building using basic equipment like mats and benches.
What’s Included:
✔ 6 lesson plans with detailed learning objectives
✔ Success criteria for each lesson
✔ Warm-up, teacher input, and plenary activities
✔ Main activities for skills development
✔ Resource list for lesson preparation
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Lesson 1: Learning to create different basic shapes with the body
★ Lesson 2: Travelling in a variety of ways and at different heights
★ Lesson 3: Developing movement skills in different directions and speeds
★ Lesson 4: Using apparatus safely and exploring different movement patterns
★ Lesson 5: Combining skills to create a gymnastics sequence
★ Lesson 6: Modifying and refining sequences to enhance performance
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Clear progression to build confidence and skills
✔ Focus on fundamental movement skills for young learners
✔ Simple resources required (mats and benches)
✔ Opportunity for students to create and modify their own gymnastics sequences
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for Year 1 PE lessons focused on gymnastics, body control, and basic apparatus work. Perfect for developing key motor skills and introducing children to sequence creation.
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This Year 1 PE unit includes five detailed lesson plans that focus on teaching children the fundamentals of invasion games. The lessons cover key skills such as coordination, teamwork, movement, and ball control, providing opportunities for children to develop their physical education abilities through practical activities.
What’s Included:
✔ 5 lesson plans with clear learning objectives
✔ Success criteria for each lesson
✔ Warm-up, teacher input, and plenary activities
✔ Main activities for skills development
✔ Resource list for lesson preparation
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Lesson 1: Group activities to develop coordination and teamwork
★ Lesson 2: Movement skills and following instructions
★ Lesson 3: Throwing, catching, and ball control techniques
★ Lesson 4: Using a racket to dribble, carry, and hit a ball
★ Lesson 5: Applying skills to target games and scoring
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Focus on developing essential PE skills for young children
✔ Clear progression across the lessons to build confidence
✔ Practical activities to engage children and enhance their learning
✔ Includes success criteria to assess student progress
Suggested Use Cases:
Perfect for Year 1 PE lessons focusing on invasion games, teamwork, and basic motor skills. Ideal for introducing children to physical activities that build coordination and confidence.
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Teach the value of friendship with two interactive assemblies, ideal for primary schools, KS1, KS2, or classroom use. These ready-to-go resources encourage discussions about being a good friend and are easy to adapt for your school.
What You Get
25-slide PowerPoint (Assembly 1), editable and packed with engaging activities
13-slide PowerPoint (Assembly 2), focused on practical friendship lessons
PDF teacher notes with clear delivery guidance
Christian prayer in Assembly 1 for collective worship settings
Assembly 1 Highlights
Explore friendship through music and poetry
Discuss qualities of a good friend and shared experiences
Reflect on maintaining friendships and handling tough situations
Interactive “what would you do?” scenarios to engage students
Optional prayer for collective worship
Assembly 2 Highlights
Learn how to treat friends with kindness and respect
Identify behaviors that harm friendships
Discuss when to keep or break secrets/promises
Share inspiring friendship quotes and poems
Song suggestions to close the session
Who It’s For
Primary teachers delivering PSHE, citizenship, or British Values lessons
School leaders running assemblies for KS1 or KS2
Educators needing interactive resources for worship or class discussions
Why It Works
Engages students with interactive tasks, music, and discussions
Supports PSHE and British Values curriculum goals
Editable slides and notes make prep quick and easy
Promotes reflection on friendship, trust, and behavior
Great For
Whole-school or class-based assemblies
Teaching friendship and social skills in KS1 and KS2
Supporting collective worship with ready-to-use resources
Instant download. Fully editable. Ready to deliver.
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Fully resourced with PowerPoints and teacher notes | Ideal for values-based assemblies and classroom use
This set of three inspiring assemblies helps children understand the power of determination, resilience, and dreaming big. Designed for EYFS, KS1 and KS2, each assembly includes engaging stories, reflection activities and opportunities for pupil discussion. Perfect for whole-school delivery, year group assemblies or class-based learning.
What’s included:
✓ PowerPoint 1 – Overcoming Challenges: The Little Seed
✓ PowerPoint 2 – Dream Big: Reach for the Stars
✓ PowerPoint 3 – Unleash Your Determination: The Little Engine That Could
✓ Full teacher notes with scripts, activity suggestions and reflection questions
✓ Interactive elements like pledges, partner talk, goal-setting tasks and a Dream Wall activity
Why these assemblies stand out:
Encourages self-belief, persistence and long-term thinking
Each story links determination to real-life situations
Promotes a growth mindset and positive behaviour for learning
Supports key PSHE and British values themes
Easy to deliver with no planning needed – ideal for busy teachers and SLT
Ideal for:
EYFS, KS1, KS2
Whole-school, year group or classroom assemblies
Worship time or behaviour focus sessions
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