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What is a Coronation?

Secondary assembly

About this learning resource

Format: PDF

This assembly explores the question What is a coronation? and the significance of the Coronation of HM King Charles III as an important historical and national event. Students will find out what happens at a coronation ceremony and will explore key rituals and symbols, including the Coronation Regalia. The assembly includes a brief history of coronations, focusing on the elements that have stayed the same and those that have been adapted over time.

National Curriculum links

  • The study of an aspect or theme in British history that consolidates and extends pupils’ chronological knowledge from before 1066
  • Preparing to play an active role as citizens.

Learning objectives

  • Learn what happens at a coronation ceremony, including the symbolism of the Coronation Regalia
  • Explore coronations past in order to develop an understanding of the historical significance of the Coronation of King Charles III
  • Increase their understanding of the importance of the Coronation of King Charles III as an event of national significance and as the transition to a new era

Resource Information

Key Stage

  • KS3 (age 11-14)

Subjects

  • History
  • PSHE

Topic

  • Historic Environment
  • 20th & 21st Century

Type

  • Lesson ideas

Palace

  • Tower of London
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