School Hours

The Department for Education (DfE) requires all state‑funded schools to provide a minimum school week of 32.5 hours for children in Years 1 to 6.  At West Denton Primary our school week meets this requirement.  We welcome this change and use the additional time at the start of the day to support children’s wellbeing and strengthen key skills.

🕒 School Day Timings

• Start time (all children): 8.45am

• Finish time (Years R to 6): 3.15pm

• Nursery hours: 9.00am to 3.00pm

🤸‍♂️🏃‍♂️Morning Break

KS1 and KS2 children have a morning break from 10.45am to 11.00am.

🍽️ Lunchtime

• Nursery and Reception: 11.30am to 12.00pm

• KS1 and KS2: 12.00pm to 1.00pm

Why These Hours Matter

A consistent routine helps children feel settled and ready to learn.  Arriving on time ensures they do not miss the start of lessons and supports strong progress throughout the day.  Being punctual also helps children feel confident and ready to take part in learning from the very start of the morning.

For more information about attendance you can visit our Attendance Page.