Times of the Day
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Times of the Day
A structured, punctual school day helps our pupils settle quickly, maximise their learning time, and embrace daily routines with confidence.
Our core school week runs from Monday to Friday. The compulsory school day begins officially at 08:45 and ends at 15:30. This totals 33 hours and 45 minutes per week, fully meeting the Department for Education’s national guidelines for primary school attendance.
| Time | Activity | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 08:45 | Soft Start | Classroom doors open for a soft start to the day. |
| 09:00 – 09:30 | Guided Reading | Focused reading comprehension and group discussion sessions. |
| 09:30 – 10:30 | English | Core writing, grammar, and literary studies. |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | Morning Break | 15-minute morning break for fresh air and a quick rest. |
| 10:45 – 11:00 | Handwriting / Spelling | Focused practice on fine motor penmanship and weekly spelling rules. |
| 11:00 – 12:00 | Maths | Core numeracy, problem-solving, and mathematical reasoning. |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Lunchtime | A break for a hot school dinner and supervised outdoor play. |
| 13:00 – 13:30 | Collective Worship | Daily community assembly to gather, reflect, and share values. |
| 13:30 – 15:30 | Foundation Subjects | Afternoon learning sessions covering science, history, geography, arts, and storytime. |
| 15:30 | School Finishes | Dismissal and end of the compulsory school day. |
Drop-Off & Pick-Up Guidance
Morning Arrival
To ensure a safe and smooth start to the day, school gates open slightly early at 08:35. Children are encouraged to walk straight to their classrooms where their teachers will be waiting to welcome them with morning transition activities.
Afternoon Collection (Standard)
Please ensure you are on the playground ready to collect your child at 15:30. If your normal collection arrangements change (e.g., a grandparent or friend is collecting), please notify the school office before 14:30.
After-School Club Collection
For children registered in our enrichment clubs running from 15:30 to 16:30, collection takes place promptly at 16:30 from the main school reception or designated club exit gates.