--- title: "Year 3 - VE 80 Great Big Live Assembly" url: "https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2025-05-08-year-3-ve-80-great-big-live-assembly" school: "St Barnabas Primary School, A Church of England Academy" --- We are holding a number of open days for children due to start primary school in September 2027. Please see our admissions page for further details. Everyone welcome! # Year 3 - VE 80 Great Big Live Assembly ![](https://files.schudio.com/st-barnabas-primary-school/images/news/activitymore-7AF4FF02-B019-4A92-9AEF-B7B32C180D01_(1).png) 8 May 2025 Yesterday, Year 3 looked at a presentation that helped the children understand the lead-up to the Second World War. We reflected on the reasons for the World War and the devastation it caused. We recognised how the war ended after six years and listened to a man named Alan, who shared his personal memories of the War. We then discussed our own perspectives and why it is important to remember those who sacrificed their lives. Finally we ended the session with a quiz to test our knowledge about what we learned. Today, the children joined a special "Great Big Live Assembly" commemorating Victory in Europe Day (VE Day). This significant historical event, observed on May 8th, 1945, marked the end of World War II in Europe, bringing immense relief and joyous celebrations after years of conflict. The assembly helped our young learners understand the importance of this day, exploring why it was celebrated with street parties and flags, and underscoring the themes of peace, hope, and the resilience of those who lived through the war. By learning about VE Day, Year 3 gained a valuable insight into the past and the importance of remembering history to build a more peaceful future. ![](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/images/news/activitymore-7AF4FF02-B019-4A92-9AEF-B7B32C180D01_(2).png) [Worship](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/tag/worship) [Year 3](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/tag/year-3) [History](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/tag/history) [British Values](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/tag/british-values) [Enrichment](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/tag/enrichment) [Christian Values](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/tag/christian-values) [![](https://files.schudio.com/st-barnabas-primary-school/imagecache/100x100c/news/89F12E0D-34A9-46C8-BBCF-2AF77A4DC292.jpeg)](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2025-05-07-reception-year-1-and-year-2-story-and-craft-club) Previous ### [Reception, Year 1 and Year 2- Story and Craft Club ](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2025-05-07-reception-year-1-and-year-2-story-and-craft-club) [![](https://files.schudio.com/st-barnabas-primary-school/imagecache/100x100c/news/BEF4AC7F-D3DB-45ED-BCC8-80FC2920EBFF.jpeg)](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2025-05-09-friday-celebration-worship) Next ### [Friday Celebration Worship ](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news/2025-05-09-friday-celebration-worship) ### Personal Development - [News](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/news) - [Events](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/events) - [Photo Gallery](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/photo-gallery-category/our-gallery) - [Calendar](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/calendar) - [School Council](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/school-council) - [Attendance](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/attendance) - [Fundraising](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/fundraising) - [Extra Curricular Clubs](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/clubs) - [Little Leaders](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/academy-life/little-leaders) - [Visits and Visitors](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/visits-and-visitors) - [British Values](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/british-values) - [Protected Characteristics](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/protected-characteristics) ##### Location Knowlesly Road Darwen Lancashire BB3 2JA ##### Contact Us 01254 702996 ##### Stay Connected - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stbarnabasce/) - [X](https://twitter.com/stbarnabasce) © Copyright 2021–2026 St Barnabas Primary School, A Church of England Academy School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stbarnabasdarwen.co.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)