King Alfred's School
In Britain,young people start secondary school at the age of 11 when they go into Year 7. They stay at school until they are 18.Most young people go to state secondary schools. King Alfred's School is a typical state school in a small town called Wantage.It has about 1,800 pupils.A typical day begins with pupils arriving for classes which start at 8:45.
Most young people live in the town and walk or bike to school.There are more than 10 school buses for those who live further away.At this school,there are four classes every day.Each class lasts one hour and fifteen minutes,with many different subjects on the curriculum,including maths,English,science,French,art,physical education or PE,drama, information and communication technology-ICT and catering.
Practical work is very important for teaching and learning at this school.Pupils have the opportunity to carry out their own experiments in science,sometimes with unexpected results.
Catering is another subject which allows students to carry out practical work.The school has well-equipped kitchens in the class so that the students can make (and taste) their own food.
The first two classes stop at 11:15 when there is a break for 25 minutes.Students have a quick snack and catch up with their friends.All pupils must wear a school uniform until the age of 16,no trainers.In the art class,students are making sculptures.Their work helps make the school look interesting and beautiful.
Lunch is at 12:55 and pupils can buy a hot meal or sandwiches or can bring something to eat from home.Registration is at 1:35 until 1:55,which gives the students time to spend with their class tutors or go to assembly to hear school news and announcements.
There is just one class after lunch.The last class ends at 3:10 and while some students go to one of the many afterschool activities and clubs,most make their way home.
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