UKS2 World War 2 Assembly Script

Help pupils explore one of the most significant periods in modern history with this engaging and thought-provoking Upper Key Stage 2 assembly.

When a group of children discovers a forgotten box of wartime letters, photographs and ration books hidden in their school, they are transported back to the Second World War. Through a series of powerful scenes, they experience evacuation, rationing, the Blitz and life on the Home Front, discovering how ordinary people showed extraordinary courage, resilience and kindness during challenging times.

Designed for Years 5 and 6, this ready-to-perform assembly combines engaging storytelling with accurate historical learning, helping pupils understand the human impact of World War 2 while promoting empathy, remembrance and appreciation for the importance of peace.

What’s Included
Complete three-act assembly script
35 roles (25 speaking roles and 10 non-speaking roles)
Character descriptions
Costume suggestions
Performance notes
Stage directions
Props list
Staging and technical guidance
Rehearsal guide
Director’s notes
Final whole-cast tableau

Key Learning Covered
Pupils will explore:
The causes and impact of World War 2 on Britain
Evacuation and the experiences of evacuee children
Rationing and everyday family life
The Blitz and air raids
Anderson shelters and blackout precautions
Life on the Home Front
The role of the Land Girls and factory workers
Wartime communication through letters
Courage, resilience and community spirit
The importance of remembrance and peace

Perfect For
Upper Key Stage 2 (Years 5–6)
World War 2 history topics
Remembrance events
Class assemblies
Parent performances
Whole-school curriculum events
Topic launches or end-of-unit celebrations

With 35 roles (25 speaking roles and 10 non-speaking roles), this assembly gives every child the opportunity to take part while building confidence, teamwork and performance skills. Featuring simple staging, minimal props and strong links to the Upper KS2 National Curriculum, it’s an engaging and memorable way to bring the story of World War 2 to life while helping pupils understand the courage, sacrifice and resilience of those who lived through it.