International Nurses Day Assembly Presentation (12th May)

Celebrate Our Healthcare Heroes with the International Nurses Day Assembly!

Help children appreciate the care, kindness, and dedication of nurses with this ready-to-use International Nurses Day assembly. Perfect for KS1 or KS2, this presentation shines a light on the incredible work nurses do every day — in hospitals, schools, and communities.

Benefits:

Easy to Deliver:
Includes clear, structured slides and optional teacher notes, so any member of staff can confidently present it — no extra planning needed!

Curriculum-Linked:
Supports PSHE, history, and citizenship by helping pupils understand key roles in the community and learn about real-life heroes like Florence Nightingale.

Visually Engaging:
Features cheerful illustrations, real-life images of nurses, and fun, child-friendly design to captivate young audiences.

Promotes Gratitude & Empathy:
Encourages children to say thank you, show appreciation, and think about how kindness and care make a difference in people’s lives.

What’s Covered:

• What do nurses do?
• Why are nurses important?
• Who was Florence Nightingale?
• What makes a good nurse?
• How we can say thank you
• Quiz to reinforce learning and celebrate our heroes

Perfect for class or whole-school assemblies, this presentation makes PSHE and community values inspiring and meaningful.

Let’s help the next generation recognise the power of kindness, care, and compassion.