Picture News

Children explore current affairs and debate moral, social, cultural and spiritual issues. This is then followed up further in Debating Club.

Summer 1 

The questions we have discussed in Picture news assembly are

Can you prepare for emergency situations        

Spring 2

The questions we have discussed in Picture news assembly are

Whose responsibility is it to help endangered animals? 

How might life be different if you weren't able to go to school? 

How important is it to show bravery as a leader? 

 Is there still a place for letters in today's world?

If you keep trying, will you always succeed? 

Do all inventions have a positive impact on the world?        

Spring 1

The questions we have discussed in Picture news assembly are

Should more of our learning take place outside? 

Do you think it is important for us to know the history of the universe? 

Is it ever fair to judge others on their appearance? 

 Should everyone learn sign language?

What type of events do you think deserve a celebration? 

Should everyone using our roads learn the Highway Code?        

Autumn 2

The questions we have discussed in Picture news assembly are

What are the best ways to tackle climate change? 

Should we do more to protect elephants? 

Do we need to experience danger to learn how to be safe? 

Should we be allowed to swim with dolphins?

Is the world a better place when we live a mor natural life? 

Do we need to create a virtual universe? 

Who are school performances for?        

Autumn 1

The questions we have discussed in Picture news assembly are

How would you feel if you were forced to leave your home? 

How does facing disasters change us? 

Should disposable masks be banned? 

What would encourage you to use public transport? 

What does a good role model look like? 

Is it important for all out achievements and good deeds to be recognised?     

2020-21