New School Timings Announced for Lahore and Other Punjab Cities for Winter 2024
As winter approaches, the School Education Department has announced changes to school timings in Lahore and other cities in Punjab. The new schedule aims to provide a more comfortable environment for students and staff during the colder months.
New School Timings
Under the revised timings, schools will now open at 8:45 AM and close at 2:45 PM on weekdays. On Fridays, classes will end earlier, at 12:45 PM. Here’s a detailed timetable for the new school hours:
| Days | Starting Time | Closing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:45 AM | 2:45 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:45 AM | 2:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:45 AM | 2:45 PM |
| Thursday | 8:45 AM | 2:45 PM |
| Friday | 8:45 AM | 12:45 PM |
Double-Shift Schools
For schools operating in double shifts, the first shift will conclude daily at 12:45 PM, with classes ending at 12 PM on Fridays. The second shift will run from 1 PM to 5 PM, extending to 2 PM to 5 PM on Fridays.
Teacher Attendance
In addition to the revised student schedules, the notification specifies that teachers are required to arrive at school by 8:30 AM and will conclude their day at 3 PM.
These changes are designed to enhance the educational experience during the winter season, ensuring that both students and staff can adapt to the colder weather comfortably.
