Assemblies

School assemblies provide good opportunities for whole school affirmation of citizenship values and for thought-provoking activities. There is not a huge amount of information about good practice available, but we have found some links which may be helpful.

The Assemblies Website
The site aims to provide material for primary school assemblies for teachers and others leading collective worship. The assemblies it offers are Christian in outlook, but the site aims to provide a resource for use in a wide range of schools, and the assemblies it offers are designed for use with all children regardless of their faith or cultural background.

Ideas for inclusive assemblies
Article on the British Humanist Association website offering advice, ideas and resources on secular assemblies for primary and secondary schools.

Global citizenship assembly calendar
Article on the Oxfam website focusing on assemblies with a global citizenship dimension. It includes a calendar of non-traditional celebration days.

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