Start school days later and end later.
We want the Government to change school start times so that schools begin later in the morning, with lessons finishing later in the afternoon.
Signatures
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 19/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 19/100,000
- 20 OCT 2025Petition rejectedirrelevant
Decisions about what time the school day starts and ends are a matter for schools, not the UK Government or Parliament.
- 19 SEPT 2025Petition created
Background
Research shows teenagers naturally sleep and wake later, meaning early school starts reduce concentration, wellbeing and health. Starting later would improve attendance, academic performance, and mental health, as well as helping pupils feel more rested and ready to learn.