The High School Day

The High School Day

  • Registration - 8:45am
  • Assembly – 8.45am – 9.00am
  • Monday – Formal assembly with theme, drama and songs of praise
  • Tuesday – PSHE assembly where topics on health, safety and citizenship are discussed by tutors and each year group
  • Wednesday – Formal assembly with theme, drama and songs of praise
  • Thursday - Formal assembly with theme, drama and songs of praise
  • Friday – House assembly where the designated factions on the pupil population (Cedar, Oak, Sycamore & Willow) gather in their designated area to announce points lost and points gained by pupils.

The School Day

The School Day

The day is set out into 5 lessons divided by 2 breaks

  • Lesson 1 – 9.00am
  • Lesson 2 – 10.00am
  • Morning Break – 11.00am
  • Lesson 3 – 11.15am
  • Lesson 4 – 12.15pm
  • Lunch Break – 1.15pm
  • Lesson 5 – 2.15pm
  • End of the academic day – 3.15pm

High School Homework

Pupils have an organised homework chart to ensure that the amount of homework given is apportioned for each subject and that it is challenging, interesting, constructive and rewarding. It is an essential part of school life.

Pupils are expected to spend the following time on their homework daily:

  • Year 7 & 8 – 1 Hour
  • Year 9 – 1 ½ Hours
  • Year 10 and 11 – 2 to 2½ Hours

More info

More info

An additional hour must be added when coursework is required.

Pupils must have a designated area at home to complete their homework, free from distractions, to ensure that good quality homework is completed.

Teachers make clear deadlines to ensure that pupils manage their time effectively and work to high levels in all subjects.

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