Year 8 students in class

SCHOOL TIMINGS

A SCHOOL DAY DESIGNED AROUND LEARNING AND WELLBEING

Every school day has been carefully structured to maximise learning while ensuring students have time to play, recharge, eat well and enjoy life beyond the classroom.

THE SCHOOL DAY

Year groupCampus opensStart of school dayEnd of school dayAfter school
EARLY YEARS
Nursery & Reception
8 am8:30 am3 pm3 pm - 4 pm Optional CCA
4 pm - 5 pm Optional After School Care
PRIMARY SCHOOL
Year 1 to 6
8 am8:30 am4 pm4 pm - 5 pm*
Optional CCA
SECONDARY SCHOOL
Year 7 to 11
8 am8:30 am4 pm4 pm - 5 pm*
Optional CCA

* This time could be later depending on the location of the activity. A 2nd CCA period could be offered from 5 pm - 6 pm

Every day at The Lisboan balances academic learning with creativity, physical activity, wellbeing and opportunities to learn beyond the classroom. While timetables vary by age, students enjoy a mix of core subjects, specialist lessons, break times, outdoor play or recreation, lunch and collaborative projects.

Early Years (Nursery–Reception)

A typical day includes play-based learning, phonics, early mathematics, creative activities, outdoor exploration, music, PE and Portuguese, with time for rest or quiet activities for our youngest learners.

Primary (Years 1–6)

Students typically have English, Mathematics, Science or Humanities, alongside specialist lessons such as Portuguese, Art, Music, Computer Science and PE. Reading, enquiry-based learning and regular educational visits are also part of the week.

Secondary (Years 7–13)

Students follow a subject-based timetable, moving between specialist classrooms for lessons including English, Mathematics, Sciences, Languages, Humanities, Arts and PE. They also benefit from tutor time, wellbeing support and a wide range of co-curricular opportunities.

Arrival

Students may arrive from 8 am, when staff begin supervision.

We encourage students to arrive a few minutes before lessons begin to ensure a calm and positive start to the day.

Breaks & Lunch

Every day includes dedicated time for students to:

  • Enjoy healthy meals
  • Play and socialise
  • Spend time outdoors
  • Recharge before returning to learning

Lunch arrangements vary slightly according to age group to ensure an enjoyable experience for all students.

Before & After School Care

For families requiring additional flexibility, The Lisboan offers:

  • After School Care
  • Co-curricular Activities
  • Holiday Programmes

Availability varies by year group.

READY TO BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY?

We would be delighted to learn more about your family and answer any questions you may have.

Applications are now open for the 2026/27 academic year.

Or please contact our Admissions Team:
EMAIL: admissions@the-lisboan.school
PHONE: +351 910 114 631

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