Overview
This assembly is an introduction to the life and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.
Some of the themes that the assembly looks at can be further explored in the lessons:
Inspirational People
Democracy Parts 1 – 3
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The Big Legal Lesson 2026 (ages 11-18+)
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Conflict: Part 2 – Mediation
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Representation
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Looking Out For Others
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Controversial issues: guidance for schools
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What is a Citizen?
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Being An Online Citizen
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Cancer – Early Detection and Prevention
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Strong Societies
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Relationships and the Law
During this lesson pupils explore the concept of marriage and civil partnerships focusing on the fact that they are a legal commitment between two people and what this means. Pupils…