A Typical Day

A Typical Day

A typical day begins at 8:30am with either tutor meetings or assembly. However, Baines House opens earlier, allowing students time to organise their belongings, socialise with friends, or take part in activities such as table tennis. During tutor time, students are registered and may engage in a range of activities, including arts and crafts, reading, or other enrichment tasks. Tutor time lasts approximately 30 minutes.

Following this, students attend their first lessons of the day, covering Periods 1 through 4. After Period 4, there is a morning break, during which students can relax in the common room, play games, or purchase refreshments from Baines House or the main school tuck shop. Lunch takes place after Period 6, at 1:30pm.

During the lunch break, students have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of clubs, ranging from cross country to Junior Greek. In Baines House, all students are encouraged to take part in at least one club each week. The House also organises Inter-House competitions, such as basketball and debating, which students are invited to join.

At the end of Period 9, the academic day concludes. Students may then return to Baines House to relax and spend time with friends. At 4:45pm, students attend prep sessions or clubs. Alternatively, those with permission for an early leave (available once between Monday and Thursday) may return home.

The College operates on a two-week timetable, alternating between Week A and Week B, enabling a broad and balanced range of lessons.

On Saturdays, students may choose to participate in optional activities such as sailing or archery. Attendance is not required unless students are involved in scheduled sports fixtures.