RIYADH: New winter school timings have been announced for public schools in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah, with changes set to take effect next week. The respective education authorities have confirmed revised schedules for government schools for both boys and girls.
Madinah Schools to Adopt Winter Timings From October 25
According to the Education Department in Madinah, the revised winter schedule will come into effect on Sunday, October 25, across all public schools in the region.
The timings will be as follows:
Boys’ schools: Morning assembly will begin at 7:30 a.m., followed by the first lesson at 7:45 a.m.
Girls’ schools: Morning assembly will begin at 7:15 a.m., while the first lesson will start at 7:30 a.m.
New School Schedule in Makkah From October 26
Meanwhile, the Education Department in Makkah has confirmed that the new winter timetable will take effect on Monday, October 26.
In both boys’ and girls’ public schools, morning assembly will begin at 7:15 a.m., and the first lesson will start at 7:30 a.m.
Schools Asked to Follow the Revised Timetable
Education officials have instructed schools to adhere to the revised timings. The changes are intended to support an orderly teaching schedule and provide students with a suitable learning environment.
Parents have also been urged to ensure that their children arrive at school on time so that school routines remain organised and classes can begin as scheduled.
