- England
This report explores the perceptions of several groups of stakeholders with regards to out-of-normal timetable activity, as well as an extended school day in secondary schools. Stakeholders include school leaders, staff, parents, and pupils, as well as commercial, voluntary and community sector (CVCS) organisations. This report provides insights into the perceived enablers and barriers to activity provision, as well as the potential benefits of extending provision.
Within this report, out-of-normal timetable provision refers to voluntary activities offered to pupils outside of their usual class times, which may include extended curriculum activities, as well as extra-curricular activities. The school day can be extended on a voluntary basis by offering out-of-normal timetable activities, or on a compulsory basis as seen in some academies.
