A ready-to-use Back to School Assembly for KS1, designed for Year 1 and Year 2 pupils to support a calm, positive start to the school year.

This assembly helps children understand:

That new feelings are normal
What it means to feel safe and belong
Clear classroom expectations
How to be kind, respectful and supportive of others

The content is simple, visual, and age-appropriate, making it ideal for whole class or key stage assemblies.

What’s included:
Full PowerPoint presentation
Speaker notes for every slide
No preparation required
Assembly themes:
Feeling safe in the classroom
Understanding emotions (excited, nervous, shy, curious)
Kindness and respect
Listening and helping others
Celebrating differences and belonging
Who is it for:
KS1 teachers (Year 1 & Year 2)
Early September assemblies
First week back to school
New class introductions
Why teachers find this useful:
Saves time
Clear structure to follow
Supports behaviour expectations from day one
Helps create a calm classroom environment