The School Day

The school day begins at 8:45am. 

8.45-9.00 Settling-in time

9.00-9.50 Lesson 1

09.50-10.00 Break time

10.00-10.45 Lesson 2

10.45-11.10 Break time

11.10-12.00 Lesson 3

12.00– 13.00 Lunch/Break time/Clubs

13:00 – 14:00 Lesson 4

14:00-14:10 Break time

14.10-15.00 Lesson 5

15.00-15.15 Fresh air/Packing up

15.15 End of School Day

Lunches

At Hope Tree School we understand that being in a large communal space with lots of people. lots of noise and differing smells can sometimes feel overwhelming for our students. As such we as a school have ensured that our lunchtime arrangements can meet the social, emotional and sensory needs of our students. Our provision includes the following:

  • All class spaces have a communal table where students can eat their lunch alongside their peers and in small groups.
  • All students bring a packed lunch to school to ensure availability of their preferred foods.
  • Lunch is supported by staff members who are able to role model and facilitate social interaction during lunch.
  • There are a variety of outside spaces where students can choose to eat (weather dependent).

Additional lunch time activities

On specific days and at specific times of the year staff will offer a variety of different structured activities which can take place during the lunchtime period. Examples of this include Spanish-based activity, Gardening activities and craft-based activity.