The assembly told us about Remembrance Day, which used to be called Armistice Day and marks the agreement signed at 11.00am on 11th November 1918, between the Allies and the Germans to end hostilities on the Western Front. Remembrance Sunday is observed on the nearest Sunday to 11th November, where we take the time to remember those who have died in all conflicts since World War II.

Five facts that were shared with students in the assembly:

1. Remembrance Day used to be known as Armistice Day. The name changed after WWII.

2. We also remember those from others countries who fought with Britain during WWI and wars since - during WWI, 650,000 Canadians, 330,000 Australians, 1.5 million Muslims, Sikhs and Hindus and 136,000 African people fought with Britain.

3. We also remember the emergency services, who often work alongside the armed forces.

4. Some wear a purple poppy to remember the many animals that lost their lives in war.

5. Even though those in charge knew the war would end at 11am on the 11th November 1918, they allowed the fighting to continue that morning – 2,000 died needlessly as a result.

The assembly asked why it is important that we continue to remember those that serve this country and those affected by war around the world – because there are stilt many conflicts around the world where people are dying.

The whole school gathered on the playgrounds at break time to observe a two minute silence.