School Day
Welcome
At Shirehampton Primary School, we provide a structured, engaging and nurturing school day that enables every child to learn, play and thrive. Please ensure your child arrives on time each day so they are ready to begin learning promptly.
🕗 School Opens 8:40am 🏫 School Finishes 3:10pm
Our School Day
Reception to Year 6 pupils attend school for 32.5 hours each week, in line with Department for Education guidance.
| Session | Time |
|---|---|
| School Day | 8:40am – 3:10pm |
| Nursery AM Session | 8:40am – 11:40am |
| Nursery PM Session | 12:10pm – 3:10pm |
Break & Lunch Times
| Year Group | Break | Lunch |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery | — | 11:30am |
| Reception & Key Stage 1 | 10:15am – 10:30am | 11:45am – 12:30pm |
| Key Stage 2 | 10:30am – 10:45am | 12:30pm – 1:15pm |
Arriving at School
The school gates open shortly before the start of the school day to allow children to arrive safely and settle into class.
Children should arrive in good time so they are ready to start learning at 8:40am.
If your child arrives after the school day has started, they must report to the school office to be signed in.
Collecting Your Child
Children are dismissed at 3:10pm.
If someone different is collecting your child, please let the school office know before the end of the school day.
If you are unexpectedly delayed, please telephone the school office as soon as possible.
What to Bring Each Day
Please ensure your child brings:
- A named water bottle
- A coat suitable for the weather
- Their book bag or school bag
- PE kit (on their allocated PE days)
- Any required medication (handed to the school office with the appropriate form
Need Help?
If you have any questions about the school day or daily routines, please contact the school office. We are always happy to help.

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