PETITIONRejectedPetition · petition.parliament.uk
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.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk
Signatures
19
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 19/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 19/100,000
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.