A fully planned and engaging assembly PowerPoint designed to introduce pupils to Walk to School Week and encourage active, healthy and environmentally friendly travel to school.

This assembly explains what Walk to School Week is and why it takes place, helping pupils understand the importance of walking, cycling or scooting as part of their daily routine. It highlights how the event promotes health, fun and caring for the environment.

Pupils will explore the many benefits of active travel, including physical health, increased energy, improved focus in class and overall wellbeing. The assembly also explains the positive environmental impact, such as reducing pollution, improving air quality and cutting down traffic around school.

A strong focus is placed on social benefits, showing how walking to school can be enjoyable and help build friendships and community connections. The presentation also includes important road safety guidance, helping pupils understand how to stay safe when travelling actively.

The assembly encourages pupils to get involved with fun challenges and activities, while also offering practical alternatives for those who live further away, such as “park and stride” or combining walking with public transport.

Perfect for whole-school assemblies, this resource is suitable for both KS1 and KS2 and requires no additional preparation.

What’s included:

Clear, engaging and age-appropriate slides
Explanation of Walk to School Week
Health, environmental and social benefits
Road safety tips for pupils
Fun challenges and activity ideas
Encouragement of lifelong healthy habits

Ideal for:

Walk to School Week
Healthy lifestyles and wellbeing
PSHE and PE
Environmental awareness
Whole-school initiatives and campaigns