Daily Routine

Nursery

Morning school begins – Free choice and adult led

8.30 a.m Nursery door opens
9.00 a.m Activities
 9.00- 9.30 a.m Assembly time Wed and Fri
10.30-11.00 a.m Rolling snack time
11.00-11.40 a.m Outside/inside free play
11.40-12 p.m Story time
12.45 1.30 p.m Outside play (weather permitting)
1.30-3.00 p.m Adult led activities
Free choice inside/outside
 3.00- 3.30 p.m Tidy up time/carpet time

 

Prep

8.30 a.m Duty teacher in playground
8.45 a.m Prep. doors open
8.55 a.m All children should be in class for registration
9.00 a.m School begins – playground doors locked (late entry through main entrance)
10.30 / 10.50 a.m Morning break
12.00 noon Lunch
1.25 p.m Afternoon school begins
2.25 / 2.40 p.m Afternoon break
 3.30 p.m Home time

 

Junior

8.15 a.m Duty teacher in Netball courts and lower carpark
8.30 a.m Duty teacher in Netball courts and lower carpark
8.45 a.m Children to come into school for registration
8.55 a.m First lesson begins
10.55 – 11.15 a.m Morning break
12.15 – 1.25 p.m Lunch
 2.25 – 2.40 p.m Afternoon break
 3.40 p.m End of school

 

Open Mornings: Friday 6th and Saturday 7th February 2026

Friday 6th and Saturday 7th February 2026

 

Come and join us at our next Open Mornings on Friday 6th February (a normal school working day) or Saturday 7th February. These are a great opportunity for families to come and meet staff and pupils, have a tour of the school and grounds, and learn about how we can provide the ideal start to your child’s education.

To book an appointment, please email office@richardpate.co.uk or call 01242 522086.