School Class Times and Structure - Everything You Need to Know

The following article will explore school class times and structure at The High School of Glasgow and why it’s important.
 

Why Class Structure and Timetables are Important 

Educational research has proven that within a structured learning environment, pupils are more likely to succeed and develop both personal and academic growth. A classroom with a structured, comprehensive timetable means less opportunities for wasted teaching time. 

Naturally, class times and the structure of a school timetable impact essentially all operational activities within a school. At The High School of Glasgow, we have established regular, efficient routines for both pupils and teachers. These practices provide smooth transitions and extensive learning opportunities - due to proper optimisation for lessons and extra-curricular activities.
 

Junior School Times 

The High School of Glasgow Junior School is open to pupils from 8:00am every day. The school day ends between 3:05pm and 3:15pm, with after school options available up to 6:00pm. The Junior School Office open from 8:00am until 5:00pm. 

For Junior School pupils, the school day begins with assembly from 8:55am until 9:10am. 

Thereafter, the day is divided into periods to accommodate specialist subjects, while class teachers block time for various activities.  

For pupils in Junior 1-3, the school day is from 8:50am - 3:05pm (lunch from 12:20 - 1:20pm) and for pupils in Junior 4, 5 & 6, it runs from 8:50am - 3:15pm (lunch from 12:30 - 1:30pm).

For more useful information on the day to day running of the Junior School, please see here.  
 

Junior School Class Specialist Subjects 

Pupils acquire educational merit at our Junior School by working within a resourceful, dynamic and nurturing classroom environment.

From Kindergarten, our pupils have access to specialist teaching in a number of subjects including Drama, French, Music and Physical Education.

Art and Computing are part of the Junior School curriculum from Junior 1, while children are taught by a specialist Computing Teacher from Junior 5 onwards.

The introduction of these specialist subjects at an early age allows our pupils to develop an all-round skill base, fostering their passions and increasing their confidence and self-belief.

To find out more about our Junior School Key Learning Principles, please see here.  
 

Senior School Times 

The High School of Glasgow Senior School is open to pupils each day from 8:00am, with the Senior School Reception open every day from 8:00am until 6:00pm.

Every day there are eight scheduled periods throughout the Senior School, with a 20-minute interval and just over an hour for lunch.

A day at the Senior School runs as follows:

8:50am - Pupils due on premises

8:52am - Form period

9:00am - Morning Assembly

At 9:20am - Period 1

10:00am - Period 2

10.40am - Period 3

11:15am - Interval

11:35am - Period 4

12:10pm - Period 5

12:50pm - Lunch

2:00pm - Period 6

2:35pm - Period 7

3:10pm - Period 8

3:45pm - End of school day

For more useful information on the day to day running of the Senior School, please see here.
 

Senior School Classroom Facilities

A series of multiple extensions to the original High School of Glasgow building in recent years have included the addition of a two-storey Science Wing in 2008 and the creation of a dedicated state-of-the-art Health and Wellbeing Centre, opened in 2017.

The John Shaw Science Wing was expanded once again to include a third floor and the creation of four extra classrooms housing Geography and Modern Studies, a department base and a flexible learning area complete with 3D printers and laser cutters. This was officially opened in 2022.

All of our classrooms are equipped with the latest technology, including interactive smart boards and our excellent library is at the heart of the Senior School, housing a wide range of more than 12,000 books. 

For more information on Senior School Class offerings, please see here.
 

Concluding 

A well-constructed school day with a solid structural framework, aids in the creation of habits like orderliness, punctuality and steadiness of purpose in children. It ensures regularity and progress and it develops a methodical attitude towards work among pupils. 

If you want to know more about life at The High School of Glasgow, then please get in touch with our Admissions Team or download a prospectus.