Eggs are nice but . . . : An Easter assembly

Reflects the joy of surprise beginnings.

Paralympian phenomenon: The story of Nathan Stephens

Looks at the story of Nathan Stephens and encourages students to appreciate how persistence and determination can turn a disaster into personal triumph (SEAL theme 3: Going for goals).

The right person for the job: An Easter assembly

Considers the value of qualifications.

Come and see . . .

Helps to convey something of the excitement felt by Jesus’ friends on Easter Sunday morning when the angel told them Jesus was alive. (Originally posted for April 2009.)

Salt

Shows that something that is common can be important too. (From an assembly originally posted for April 2009.)

Special relationships

Thinks about how we can become better people (SEAL theme 6: Relationships).

Considers how one feels when wrongly blamed.

There's no one quite like you

Helps children to value their uniqueness (SEAL theme 5: Good to be me).

Provides an opportunity for an Easter celebration.

Looks at the different times when we celebrate, focusing on Easter.

Explores the background and origins to April Fool’s Day, pointing out that many special days have their origins in some aspect of the Christian Church.

Happiness is an inside job

Understands that happiness is a choice (SEAL theme 5: Good to be me).

Dealing in stress in Year 6: Preparation for SATs

Shows methods for dealing with stress.

Give yourself a smiley

Encourages positive thinking about ourselves (SEAL theme 5: Good to be me).

Julian of Norwich

Looks at the life of Julian of Norwich, who wrote the first book to be written in English by a woman. (Originally posted for May 2009.)

It's a sock's life

Considers the value of having lots of different friends (SEAL theme 6: Relationships). (This assembly is taken from SEAL Assemblies for Primary Schools, edited by Ronni Lamont (SPCK, September 2011).)

Pentecost

Tells the story of Pentecost. (Originally posted for May 2010.)

Affirms teamwork and the values of peace, unity and friendship.

Helps children to understand the gift of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.

Tells the story of Pentecost and explores its significance.

Reflects on the pleasure of anticipation in looking forward to the changes summer will bring.

Rainbow children

Looks at how diversity is better than uniformity (SEAL theme 5: Good to be me). (Originally posted for June 2009.)

People who help us

Celebrates the seventy-fifth anniversary of the emergency 999 call (30 June).

Corpus Christi: The body of Christ (7 June 2012)

Looks at the last meal that Jesus shared with his disciples, and understands its special significance for Christians. (This assembly is from an assembly in Primary Schools Assemblies for Religious Festivals, edited by Ronni Lamont (SPCK, August 2012).)

Diamond Jubilee

Celebrates the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.

The martyrdom of Guru Arjan: The consequences of jealousy (16 June 2012)

Recalls the story of Guru Arjan and recognizes the consequences of jealousy. (This assembly is taken from an assembly in Primary Schools Assemblies for Religious Festivals, edited by Ronni Lamont (SPCK, August 2012).)

Moths

Shows that although some things can be spoiled, there are others that can never be destroyed. (This assembly was first posted for June 2009.)

Helps pupils see change as inevitable, though difficult, and encourages ‘mindfulness’ – living in the moment (SEAL theme 7: Changes).

Explores the story and legend of St Alban, the first English Christian martyr.

Reflects on experiences of winning and losing, in the context of school sports days, other competitions, and life in general.

Looks at how we can help our carers to have a holiday as well.