Academic Schedule
At Don Bosco Secondary School, we follow a well-structured timetable designed to maximize learning while ensuring students have balanced activities throughout the day. Our schedule combines academic classes, co-curricular activities, and adequate breaks for optimal student development.
Daily Routine
Our structured daily schedule ensures a balance of academics, activities, and rest for boarding and day students.
Morning Schedule
Wake Up
Boarding students wake up, make beds, and prepare for morning exercises. Day students arrive by 6:45 AM.
Morning Exercises
All students participate in light physical exercises to energize for the day ahead.
Breakfast
Nutritious breakfast served in the dining hall. Day students arriving by this time can join.
Morning Assembly
Whole school gathering for prayers, announcements, and motivational talks.
Academic Schedule
First Period
Classes begin with core subjects like Mathematics, English, or Sciences when students are most alert.
Short Break
20-minute break for students to refresh, have snacks, and prepare for next classes.
Lunch Break
One hour break for lunch and relaxation. Boarding students eat in dining hall, day students can bring packed lunch.
Afternoon Classes
Practical subjects, languages, and humanities classes during the afternoon sessions.
Evening Schedule
Co-curricular Activities
Sports, clubs, and special interest groups meet during this time for holistic development.
Day Students Depart
Day students may leave campus unless staying for additional activities or evening prep.
Evening Prep
Supervised study time for boarding students in their dormitories or designated study areas.
Lights Out
All boarding students must be in their dormitories with lights out for proper rest.
Weekend Schedule Variation
Saturdays follow a modified schedule with morning classes (7:30 AM - 12:30 PM) and afternoon activities. Sundays include morning mass, personal study time, and recreational activities.
Boarding students have structured free time on weekends for laundry, letter writing, and relaxation.
Class Timetable
Sample weekly timetable for Form 1 students. Schedules vary by class and term.
| Time/Day | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 - 7:30 | Morning Assembly | |||||
| 7:30 - 8:15 | Mathematics | English | Kiswahili | Biology | Physics | Geography |
| 8:15 - 9:00 | English | Mathematics | History | Chemistry | Mathematics | Civics |
| 9:00 - 9:45 | Kiswahili | Biology | English | Physics | Kiswahili | English |
| 9:45 - 10:05 | Short Break | |||||
| 10:05 - 10:50 | History | Chemistry | Mathematics | English | Biology | Mathematics |
| 10:50 - 11:35 | Biology | Physics | Civics | Mathematics | Chemistry | Science Lab |
| 11:35 - 12:20 | Physics | Geography | Biology | Civics | History | Library |
| 12:20 - 1:20 | Lunch Break | |||||
| 1:20 - 2:05 | Chemistry | Computer | Geography | History | Physics | Games |
| 2:05 - 2:50 | Geography | Religious Ed | Chemistry | Kiswahili | Computer | Games |
| 2:50 - 3:30 | Life Skills | Sports | Sports | Clubs | Religious Ed | Dismissal |
Key to Subjects
Core Subjects
- Mathematics
- English
- Kiswahili
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
Humanities
- History
- Geography
- Civics
- Religious Ed
Practical
- Computer Studies
- Science Lab
- Life Skills
Notes
Wednesday afternoons are dedicated to sports and physical education for all students.
Thursday afternoons feature club activities (Debate, Science, Arts, etc.).
Saturday classes end at 12:30 PM with afternoon activities optional.
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