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An Olympic childhood - Primary Assembly Resources

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Script to introduce Film - A tour of an Olympian's hometown

Pupils around the world are being encouraged to twin for 2012 , to share ideas and dreams for the future in the run up to the London Olympics.

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Groupe Scolaire Route d'Arches in France is the former primary school of French mountain biker Julien Absalon . It is twinned with Mill View Primary School in Chester, England.

The pupils in France wanted to give the children in England a better idea of what Julien Absalon's life was like when he was younger.

So they have made their own video, to show you around their hometown, set Julien a cyling challenge, and cheer him on for another Olympic medal...

Primary Discussion Prompts

How are Julien's school and town different to yours?

ASSEMBLY QUESTION The pupils at Route d'Arches do not have to wear a uniform to school. Do you think it is better to wear a uniform or your own clothes to school? Email your school's answer to [email protected]

Why do you think the pupils are proud of Julien?

What was Julien like when he was younger according to his Mum?

What was Julien like when he was younger according to his old teacher?

Do you think your teachers and your parents would say different things about what you are like?

Primary Assembly question

Ask the assembly these questions and let us know your school's answer.

The pupils at Route d'Arches do not have to wear a uniform to school. Do you think it is better to wear a uniform or your own clothes to school?

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