An assembly that looks at the ingredients that make up ambition. It also goes through how often to reach your ambitious goals you will get setbacks. I use the story of Jamie Vardy to illustrate this. I have included some notes on the PP slides to help you deliver it and explore the concepts with your pupils.

A great way to get children thinking about some of the EEF research findings about teaching and learning. Includes references to collaborative learning and feedback.

This assembly explains some of the neuroscience behind emotions and how these can be managed. It has lots of diagrams to help explain the brains function and a short link to a clip that uses animation to show how emotions are integrated into our thinking. Good for linking into growth mindset as the brain is a muscle and, through the application of effort, can grow and work quicker and faster.

A two page form that can be used by staff to report suspected cases where a female under 18 has been subjected to, or is in danger of, FGM. The form has a clear and easy structure: - Details of student (all key information required for when it is reported to police) - Details of concern - Action taken - Follow up action (with guidance for staff) This is a coherent way to keep records of any reported cases in school.

An assembly that looks at punishment over time and relates this to our views now. A great way to get pupils to think about how we should view punishment.

An assembly that explores conflict through examples of different types of employment, a closer look at diplomacy and also Winston Churchill. The final slide picks out some of the key messages that pupils could use when dealing with a difficult person.

An assembly suitable for key stages 2-4 that explores how people judge each other on areas such as appearance and were they work. It also looks at the variety of interests and tastes that exist in the UK. The assembly is quite interactive and requires some participation from the audience in terms of suggestions for what the images mean to them.

An easily adaptable two page lesson proforma that can be used in all schools and key stages. - Includes sections on the make up of the class - EAL, SEN etc - A coherent structure whereby a background to the lesson and a next steps section gives the observer a clear view of the context of the lesson - Planning section ensures the teacher covers the main areas they need to do prior to the lesson - I have left it as a Word Doc so the purchaser can amend the boxes according to their needs and the school

This assembly shows pupils the other side of Syria - the beauty and culture the country has. My pupils were genuinely shocked and impressed by the history of the country. I

A CPD session I gave to a group of teachers recently. Lasts about 2 hours. Promotes lots of debate and discussions with staff about core theories including: - How children learn and the progress they make - Classroom environment - Literacy - Feedback - Links to research - Card sort to be completed at the start and end of the session

An assembly aimed at exploding the myth brains are fixed and don’t change. It looks at the science behind neuroplasticity through a video link and real life examples. Finally it looks at how these findings can be applied to learning.

An assembly that looks at what rights are and the difference between a ‘want’ and a ‘need’ making reference to everyday items and the UNCRC.

Two assemblies about tolerance, homosexuality and normality Assembly 1 - Uses Mussolini's WWII treatment of homosexuals to discuss tolerance Assembly 2 - Focuses on 3 history periods to discuss how tolerance society was. Also links to Rigby murder

An assembly that explores what compassion means, and uses ideas from the bible and modern life to provide a thoughtful session for pupils to think more deeply.

An assembly that focuses on the meaning of friendship with a twist looking at the difference between online friendship and face to face friendship. - Plenty of opportunity for discussion. You can add sections you feel are relevant if you want to. - Exploration of 3 qualities of friendship - A challenge poster task on friendship for pupils to complete over the week

An assembly or presentation about Halloween that includes facts and figures from the UK and USA. Also includes: - A look at the traditions and history of Halloween - Ways children can stay safe - Reference to stories, notes about Halloween (on slide notes) and links to further information to help you present it how you wish.

An assembly that looks at how children can effectively help each other, e.g. Peer Tutoring and Collaborative work making reference to the EEF toolkit. This is of course done in pupil speak!

An assembly that looks at honesty and fairness when treating others. Includes: - References to examples of poor guidance and how to improve this - Talks about giving feedback in lessons and being critical - A story that shows us how failure is easy to come across and why it is a key part of growing - Reference to effort and guidance as keys to developing growth mindset thinking. Also links for the teacher to read in the note section - A challenge for pupils to complete over the course of the week.

An assembly that looks at how experiences and effort can affect the brain. Also includes: - A look at Neuroplasticity and learning - Genes and environmental influences on our brain development - Links to research in the PP notes

An assembly that looks at the effects of stress on young people. Aimed at KS3/4 but can easily be amended. - Slides on NSPCC study (with link in notes) - How stress shows itself externally and internally - Ways to combat stress