To view a secondary assembly outline, browse the lists under each tab, and click on any title that interests you.'Church School' assemblies are targeted at Church schools and are more overtly Christian in content.
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
A Summer of SportThe concept of dukkha | Whole School (Sec) |
Coping with ChangeLife in a rock pool | Key Stage 3 |
The Language of LoveShowing love to our friends | Whole School (Sec) |
Ups and DownsLife has its challenges | Whole School (Sec) |
A Long TrekPlanning for the long term | Whole School (Sec) |
FoundationsBuilding well | Whole School (Sec) |
Autumn’s Here!Thinking positively about autumn | Key Stage 3 |
All Change!Embracing change and moving forward | Whole School (Sec) |
You may find the following assemblies from our archive useful this month. To explore the archive yourself, follow the "Find an assembly..." link at the top of the page.
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
Love Without LimitsHow can we love others unconditionally? | Key Stage 4/5 |
In It TogetherHelping one another | Whole School (Sec) |
A Tough PathRecognizing where we can find strength | Whole School (Sec) |
The Doorway EffectPassing through the doorway to success | Whole School (Sec) |
One Bad AppleMaking a difference | Whole School (Sec) |
All That GossipIf you can’t say something good, don’t say anything at all | Whole School (Sec) |
The Challenges of ChangeThe journey of life | Whole School (Sec) |
A Harvest ReflectionA time to enjoy, celebrate and be grateful | Key Stage 3 |
A Harvest selection
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
Reaping and sowingStudents are encouraged to consider the way that academic achievements are based on careful preparation. | Whole School (Sec) |
Harvest (sharing)To show the students how they can work together so that nobody misses out. | Key Stage 3 |
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
Cultivating CompassionMetta meditation as a response to suffering | Whole School (Sec) |
Sorry Not SorryYom Kippur begins on Friday 11 October 2024 | Whole School (Sec) |
Little Things MatterMaking a difference | Key Stage 3 |
Counter-CultureThe feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi is celebrated on 4 October | Whole School (Sec) |
I’ve Started, So I’ll FinishPersevering throughout the year | Whole School (Sec) |
Seeing ClearlyTaking the time to see clearly | Whole School (Sec) |
Beyond Counting!Sand and stars | Key Stage 3 |
Black History MonthThe Commonwealth contribution to British military service | Whole School (Sec) |
You may find the following assemblies from our archive useful this month. To explore the archive yourself, follow the "Find an assembly..." link at the top of the page.
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
Bouncing ForwardsDeveloping resilience | Whole School (Sec) |
Shine the LightThe light within each of us | Whole School (Sec) |
Are You Listening?The importance of listening | Whole School (Sec) |
BoomerangsIt’s coming back! | Whole School (Sec) |
A Journey in LifeWhere are we heading? | Whole School (Sec) |
Are You Behaving?Behaviour matters | Whole School (Sec) |
Beyond MeasureSome things can’t be measured | Key Stage 3 |
Are You Frightened?Fear of failure | Key Stage 4/5 |
A Harvest selection
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
Reaping and sowingStudents are encouraged to consider the way that academic achievements are based on careful preparation. | Whole School (Sec) |
Harvest (sharing)To show the students how they can work together so that nobody misses out. | Key Stage 3 |
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
The Importance of SilencePeace in quietness | Whole School (Sec) |
Digging DeeperThinking more carefully | Key Stage 3 |
GleaningLet’s stop all this waste! | Whole School (Sec) |
Let There Be LightDiwali is on Friday 1 November 2024 | Whole School (Sec) |
Role ModelsInternational Men’s Day is on 19 November | Whole School (Sec) |
Remember, Remember and RememberWhat do we remember? | Whole School (Sec) |
You may find the following assemblies from our archive useful this month. To explore the archive yourself, follow the "Find an assembly..." link at the top of the page.
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
A Journey to Middle-EarthLessons from ‘The Hobbit’ and ‘The Lord of the Rings’ | Key Stage 4/5 |
Remember, RememberHow will you celebrate Bonfire Night? | Whole School (Sec) |
Light in the DarknessWe can be a light to others | Whole School (Sec) |
Wow!Moments of wonder | Whole School (Sec) |
You’ve Got a Friend in MeThe importance of platonic love | Whole School (Sec) |
Spend It AllThe importance of time | Whole School (Sec) |
Enjoying JoyThe meaning of joy | Whole School (Sec) |
Light Up NovemberHow do we feel in November? | Key Stage 3 |
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
Do You Believe in Angels?Angels at Christmas | Whole School (Sec) |
Grief Awareness WeekNational Grief Awareness Week runs from 2 to 8 December 2024 | Whole School (Sec) |
Human Rights DayHuman Rights Day is on 10 December | Whole School (Sec) |
It’s SnowingSnow: a fresh start | Key Stage 3 |
Silent NightThe story behind the favourite Christmas carol | Whole School (Sec) |
There’s a PlaceNotre-Dame Cathedral is due to reopen on 8 December 2024 | Whole School (Sec) |
How Can We Make Christmas Last?Imagining Christmas every day | Key Stage 3 |
From Darkness to LightThe winter solstice is on 21 December | Whole School (Sec) |
You may find the following assemblies from our archive useful this month. To explore the archive yourself, follow the "Find an assembly..." link at the top of the page.
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
An Unexpected AdventNot quite what we were anticipating! | Whole School (Sec) |
Dark SkiesDiscovering the night sky | Whole School (Sec) |
Gift GivingGiving and receiving | Whole School (Sec) |
Christmas GiftsThe importance of giving and receiving | Key Stage 3 |
An Unsettled NightFeeling unsettled | Key Stage 3 |
Christmas ExpectationsDo they know it’s Christmas? | Whole School (Sec) |
The assemblies in this section tackle issues or deal with important events that occur from time to time in the life of any school.
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
EncouragementEveryone needs encouraging! | Whole School (Sec) |
How Much Baggage Do You Carry?How do we cope with the situations in which we find ourselves? | Key Stage 3/4 |
I’m So Angry!How do we deal with the feeling of anger? | Whole School (Sec) |
Selfie CultureHow much time do we spend smiling for the camera? | Whole School (Sec) |
The Gift of LaughterLaughter is good for us | Whole School (Sec) |
Who Do You Want to Be?A look at the different virtues that define us | Whole School (Sec) |
Words Will Never Hurt MeWe need to think about the things we say. | Key Stage 3/4 |
You Are BeautifulEvery single person is special and beautiful | Whole School (Sec) |
Behaviour MattersPointers towards good behaviour | Whole School (Sec) |
ValueDo you understand your true value? | Whole School (Sec) |
Open GatesAn assembly for the start of a new school year | Key Stage 3 |
Forgiveness Is ImportantForgiving makes a difference | Key Stage 4/5 |
Why Are We Here?God and science | Key Stage 4/5 |
Who Is to Blame?How often do we blame other people? | Key Stage 4/5 |
Assemblies linked to the major festivals of world religions.
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
Chinese New Year: Gung hei fat choi! Happy new year!To reflect on Chinese new year. | Key Stage 3 |
Eid-ul-AdhaTo find out what happens during the festival of Eid-ul-Adha. | Whole School (Sec) |
Guru Nanak's birthdayTo discover about how Sikhs celebrate the birthday of Guru Nanak. | Key Stage 3 |
Holi: Hindu festival, 8 March 2012To understand the meaning behind the festival of Holi and its use of bright colours. | Whole School (Sec) |
PassoverTo understand the link between Passover and freedom. | Whole School (Sec) |
The Sikh festival of Vaisakhi (or Baisakhi)Loyalty, self-sacrifice, devotion and bravery. | Whole School (Sec) |
VaisakhiTo discover the importance of the Khalsa for Sikhs and why they celebrate the day of its foundation. | Key Stage 3 |
Rapid response assemblies are provided when there is an event in the news, good or bad, that touches children's lives, so we can offer you a way to acknowledge it in your collective worship.
Only current and recent items are shown. Older items are archived.
| Title | Suitability |
|---|---|
The UK General ElectionThe general election took place on 4 July 2024 | Whole School (Sec) |