Meadows School is open from Monday to Friday during term time.

Timings of the School Day

The first day of every new term begins at 11:00 (after every school holiday).

Pupils are expected to be at school by 09:00. There is a free Breakfast Club at 08:45.

Most pupils come to school by taxi, which will drop you off at the main entrance. 

When you arrive, you can go to the Breakfast Club to enjoy something to eat before lessons begin.

Lessons start at 9:00 and finish at 15:05. Each lesson lasts 45 minutes, and you’ll have time for brain and movement breaks when you need them.

On Fridays, the school day ends earlier at 13:35.

Your Timetable

Your timetable will vary depending on your year group and the day of the week.

All year groups will have an enrichment session for one afternoon a week.

08:45-09:00	Breakfast Club
09:00-09:25	Tutor Time, Morning Registration, Reading
09:25-10:10	Lesson 1
10:10-10:55	Lesson 2
10:55-11:15	Break
11:15-12:00	Lesson 3
12:00-12:45	Lesson 4
12:45-13:30	Lunch
13:30-13:35	Afternoon tutor time and registration                    (Fridays finish at this time)
13:35-14:20	Lesson 5
14:20-15:05	Lesson 6
15:05-15:15	Celebration Assembly
15:15	Home

Lunch Times

Lunch is served in the main school dining room.  There is always a main meal and a vegetarian option, as well as jacket potatoes and salads. For dessert, you can choose a pudding, yoghurt, or fruit. If you prefer, you are welcome to bring a packed lunch from home.

After lunch, you can take part in a range of lunchtime organised activities.

Our House System

You will be given a house when you start school.  All pupils and staff belong to a house.

Our four houses: Earth, Air, Fire and Water bring pupils and staff together.

Pupils earn house points through special mentions and take part in sports and other house competitions.

Each summer, the house with the most points wins the House Cup!

Daily Celebration Assembly 

Pupils are expected to attend a daily celebration assembly, usually held at the end of the school day. 

We use praise and encouragement to recognise pupils’ achievements in learning and personal development. Special mentions, certificates, celebration assemblies and positive messages home help pupils recognise their progress and build confidence.

Your mobile phone, if you have one, will be returned to you at the end of assembly.  

Leaving the school site at the end of the day

After assembly, pupils are expected to go straight to their taxis for their home journey.

Staff are on hand to help and make sure pupils leave the site calmly, promptly and safely.

Primary Provision

Our day starts at 08:45 where children can enjoy our free Breakfast Club with a range of food options available. 

Classes of up to eight pupils are organised by age, needs and learning style, each with a teacher and learning support assistant (LSA).

Some pupils learn best through play-based activities, while others benefit from a more structured approach, and we tailor our teaching to match their needs.  Our primary site has its own timetable. 

16+  Provision

On our 16+ campus there is a different kind of routine. Your timetable is built around the learning pathway you are on. There is the opportunity to attend a local college or other learning centre where you will be supported by Meadows School staff as much or as little as you need.

We offer courses in many subject areas, including construction, animal handling, childcare and many more.

In terms of on-site learning, we cover English and Maths, Outdoor Adventure activities, home cooking skills and many more.