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The School Day
At Chiltern Hills Academy, we believe a well-structured day helps every student to thrive. Our timetable balances learning, reflection, and wellbeing, ensuring that all young people can make the most of every opportunity.
A Typical Day at CHA
In a typical week a student spends 32 hours and 55 minutes in school, including breaks but not after-school activities.
Students start arriving from around 8:00am and many remain on site at the end of the day for extra curricular clubs or practices.
| Event | Timing |
|---|---|
| School Opens | 8.35am |
| Pastoral Time / Worship / Literacy & Numeracy | 8.40 – 9.10am |
| Period 1 | 9.10 – 10.10am |
| Period 2 | 10.10 – 11.10am |
| Break | 11.10 – 11.30am |
| Period 3 | 11.30 – 12.30pm |
| Period 4 | 12.30 – 1.30pm |
| Lunch | 1.30 – 2.10pm |
| Period 5 | 2.10 – 3.10pm |
| End of Day | 3.10pm |
Two-Week Timetable
We operate a two-week timetable, which gives students access to a broad and balanced curriculum. This means that lessons may fall at different times in alternate weeks. Students can check whether it is Week 1 or Week 2 in their Student Planner or on the school calendar.
This approach helps prepare students for future study and working life, encouraging self-discipline, organisation, and independence.
Homework and Independent Learning
Homework is an important part of learning at CHA. It allows students to practise skills, deepen understanding, and develop independence.
We encourage students to:
- Complete homework as soon as possible after it has been set.
- Find a quiet space to focus.
- Pack their school bag the night before, ready for the next day.
- Ask for support if they are unsure—our teachers and pastoral team are here to help.
Student Planners should be checked and signed weekly by a parent or carer, helping us to work together in supporting each child’s progress.
Beyond the Classroom
Learning doesn’t stop when lessons end. Students can take part in a wide range of extra-curricular activities across sport, the arts, leadership, and service opportunities. These are shared each week in our school newsletter, which you can find on our website.