School hours Overview

SCHOOL HOURS

Normal hours are Monday to Friday between the hours of 7.30 am and 4.00 pm except Wednesday whereby the school ends at 3.00 pm. The purpose of the shortened school day is to provide teachers additional time for collaborative meetings and student the time for cleanness and preparations. Students follow a compressed schedule of hours on Wednesday, where no lessons are missed.

The Preschool program is a half-day program and ends at 12:00 pm, at which time these students return home. 

Saturday classes for examination classes are between the hours of 8.00 am and 3.00 pm.

ABSENCES & TARDINESS

When a student is absent from school, parents are required to telephone the teacher an explanation on the day of absence or provide a written explanation upon the student’s return to class. This written explanation is necessary for proper attendance record keeping. If a child will be absent for a prolonged period, the parents should contact the school office so that the teacher may be informed and arrangements may be made for missed work. A doctor’s note is required following an absence of six or more consecutive school days due to a major illness, communicable disease, or injury. The doctor’s note should state that the student may return to class, as well as noting if there are any physical restrictions.

It is important that students arrive at school on time. Tardiness disrupts classroom activities and may result in a student missing critical learning and affect his/her grades.

OFFICE HOURS

The school office is open Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.00 am and 3.00 pm.

School office staff are able to assist parents/carers, students and other visitors with any inquiries.

Telephone: +255 (0) 752 471 879

Arise Community School's policy states all visitors are required to sign in at the main office prior to entering the school. It is expected that all visitors to the school communicate with school office staff prior to making contact with staff and/or students.