This is a presentation put together from the most up to date guidance and the UCAS webinar 30 March 2023. It outlines what should be included in each section and some of the information from questions asked at the webinar.

This assembly presentation looks at the significance of St Andrew, what he means in Scotland and his relevance to today.

This presentation is ideal for an assembly with Year 12 before the summer break, to remind them of the importance of taking a break, while also taking stock of Year 12 and planning to build skills, complete college work and prepare for post 18 applications. It discusses achieving a balance, the importance of planning and reminds about techniques to help with effective study.

This short presentation introduces students to Sofonisba Anguissola, an accomplished woman painter from the 16th/17th century. At a time when men dominated the professional art world, Sofonisba made a career at the Spanish court and beyond, was mentored by Michelangelo and blazed a trail as a leading portrait painter. This presentation could support Gatsby Benchmarks 3 and 4 and demonstrates what dedication in the face of obstacles can achieve.

This presentation could be used to promote women in science/STEM, accompany work on the composition of stars or generally inspire and demonstrate what women can achieve. It could contribute to Gatsby Benchmark 4. It is a brief introduction to the career of Cecilia Payne, who made some of the most fundamental discoveries regarding stars, including that their composition was predominantly Hydrogen, very much against the popular belief of the day that stars had a similar composition to the Earth. This is part of our Women in History collection.

This assembly highlights this year’s theme of Anxiety, how it can affect anyone and everyone, but also looking at supporting and understanding those whose circumstances mean they are more vulnerable to feelings of anxiety. It looks at how you can cope with anxiety and where to seek help if you have ongoing problems with anxiety. It will also be part of a bundle with other resources looking at situations where stress and anxiety are more prevalent, such as when facing disappointment, or in the face of exams, and areas of our lives we can work on to help improve our mental health, such as sleep, friendship and acts of kindness.

This assembly deals with the history behind St George (as well as the myth), looking at his roots far from England, who venerates him and how he came to be patron saint of England. It also looks at what he stands for; he was chosen as representing the knightly ideals, e.g. bravery and integrity and in religious terms as a Christian martyr, represents holding firm to his beliefs.

This presentation is part of our Women in History series, celebrating female role models. It features a range of women who contributed to the goal of space travel, from Dorothy Vaughan and Katherine Johnson and their contribution to the maths of space travel, to the women such as Sally Ride and Nicole Aunapu Mann who literally reached for the stars.

This is an introduction to some of the women composers whose names may be less familiar than their male counterparts, despite the undoubted contribution they made. It offers a chance to find out more and begin to understand the struggles they had. It could be part of Women’s History Month, or serve to support Gatsby Benchmarks 3 and 4. It is wholly adaptable and individual slides could be used as starters. This is part of our Women in History series, please check out our shop for other presentations and bundles.

This is a Ppt presentation about St Patrick’s Day - who he was, some of the myths around him, where the day is celebrated and why

This assembly looks at the celebrations for St David’s Day, the history of the saint, his legacy and modern day traditions, celebrating Wales at home and around the world.

This presentation could be used as a starter during Women’s History Month, as examples of resilience, in Science, Music or English to exemplify what is possible. It outlines the contribution and legacy of the Curie family, in particular focusing on Marie Curie and her daughters. Marie Curie is a name known to most, but her 2 daughters and their spouses created their own body of work and lasting achievement.

Assembly on the origins and history of Valentine’s Day, with opportunities to also reflect on different types of love and what constitutes healthy relationships (relationship green flags). The assembly is designed for sixth form but could easily be adpated for younger students. All slides are fully editable and many include notes for further discussion/ with additional information/ ideas.

This assembly looks at the history of Mother’s Day, the religious and secular significance. It also recognises that not all families are the same and that the care givers may not be the mother, or that date may bring memories of a loved one who has died. The message is one of showing appreciation, on Mother’s Day and every day.

This is not an easy subject, but that doesn’t make it one to shy away from. Nevertheless, to make it easier for teachers to deliver, the Ppt presentation signposts to various video links which can help with explanations. The lesson allows for discussion about why this is being discussed, what it actually means and what it means for those who have been victims of FGM. The teaching notes include a link to duplicate a questionnaire on Forms to assess students’ understanding of the question in advance and the notes also make suggestions of how to adapt the lesson to suit your timeframe. The penultimate slide brings the lesson together in a plenary and the final slide includes links to sources and further information.

For some going to university or leaving home for an apprenticeship may be the first time some young people have had to fend for themselves in the kitchen, This lesson looks at basics you will need to get started, cooking suggestions, shopping suggestions, ways to save money and chances for discussion. The lesson is completely adaptable to suit different time allocations, so take a look in advance and see what will work best for your cohort. It also includes Teaching Notes and some Sample Recipes to help students get started.

There is a lot of information available about student finance, but it can be a baffling experience, so this lesson aims to cut through the basics of what to consider and what aspiring university students will need to have to hand to apply and what they will need to manage. It also touches on the pros and cons of degree apprenticeships and deals with the parental burden which can be glossed over with regard to maintenance. It allows for discussion and the teaching notes include a link to duplicate a survey on Microsoft Forms to get students thinking about what they do and do not know and what they will need to budget for. The Ppt is easily adaptable and aims to include all you will need for the lesson, but bearing in mind differing time frames for lessons, there are sections you can choose to include or omit to suit your needs.

This lesson is designed to coincide with World Creativity and Innovation Day in April, but could fit at any juncture in your Careers/Lifeskills/ PHSE schedule. The Powerpoint includes various opportunities for discussion and to get students thinking, along with optional suggested video links. The presentation is wholly adaptable, given that everyone has different time allocations. The Teaching Notes include a link to duplicate an introductory quiz/survey on Forms to begin to introduce students to the topic. It is also available as part of our Our Planet, Our Impact series.

This lesson looks both at the history and the future of smoking. It begins with an optional survey on Forms (link to duplicate is on the Teaching Notes) to get an idea of current feelings on smoking. It looks at how cigarette smoking spread and how it affects health. It also gives opportunities to discuss how legislation has changed the face of smoking and to discuss how this can be used to take further action. It looks at the 2024 discussions on a smoking ban and allows for students to discuss their thoughts. A worksheet helps to guide discussions. The lesson is wholly adaptable to your time allowance and needs. It is part of a series on Making safe and healthy choices, but can also be purchased along with our vaping lesson.

This lesson is designed as a final tutor time/Lifeskills/PHSE session, so includes opportunities to reminisce on the impact students have made during their time at college, but also what they hope to achieve personally in the future. The lesson focuses on overcoming challenges, dreams and ambitions and how students can go on to be positive members of society. The Teaching Notes include a link to duplicate a survey on Forms, which is based on the idea of Person Most Likely To…, so can be adapted to your needs, but also used for awards at a leaving celebration.