A day at school

The shape of a day

The rhythm is the same in every grade, so children know what comes next.

8:15 a.m.
Step 1: Morning meeting
Everyone gathers, a poem is said together and the day is named.
8:45 a.m.
Step 2: Latin
Chants and words for the younger grades, sentences for the older ones.
9:30 a.m.
Step 3: Reading and seminar
Read-alouds in the lower school, a seminar at the long table in the middle school.
11:15 a.m.
Step 4: Math
Number facts by heart, then problems worked at the board and on paper.
12:15 p.m.
Step 5: Lunch and outdoor time
Families send lunch. Children go out in all but the coldest weather, so boots and snow pants are on the list.
1:15 p.m.
Step 6: Science, art or music
A different one each afternoon, in its own room.
2:30 p.m.
Step 7: A story, then dismissal
A story is read aloud, and teachers walk each child to the right car at 3:15 p.m.