Bastille Day Assembly PowerPoint

This engaging, editable PowerPoint introduces pupils to Bastille Day (14th July), France’s national day. Designed for KS1 and KS2, it explains the historical background in an age-appropriate way and explores how the event is celebrated today.

This assembly includes:

What Bastille Day is and why it’s important

A simple explanation of the French Revolution and the storming of the Bastille

French values of freedom, equality and unity

Traditions and celebrations in France today

Reflection questions to encourage discussion and understanding

Ideal for international celebration weeks, history topics, or current events assemblies.