Petitions/Require schools to have a half day on a Friday or Monday
StatusClosed
Opened24 Dec 2024
Closes24 Jun 2025
Government response
Parliamentary debateNot eligible
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We call on the Government to implement a policy requiring schools to have half-days on either Mondays or Fridays. Our policy aims to improve well-being, increase productivity, and create opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities, family time, or independent learning.

Many experts have argued that a balanced schedule can enhance mental health, reduce stress, and promote better focus during full school days. By transitioning one day to a half-day, we believe schools can foster a more flexible learning environment while maintaining educational standards.

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Constituency engagement ranking

Jeremy Corbyn
1Jeremy Corbyn MP
Islington North
9
Kate Osamor
2Kate Osamor MP
Edmonton and Winchmore Hill
6
Ms Diane Abbott
3Ms Diane Abbott MP
Hackney North and Stoke Newington
2
Dame Meg Hillier
4Dame Meg Hillier MP
Hackney South and Shoreditch
2
Layla Moran
5Layla Moran MP
Oxford West and Abingdon
2
Luke Pollard
6Luke Pollard MP
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport
2
Navendu Mishra
7Navendu Mishra MP
Stockport
2
Heidi Alexander
8Heidi Alexander MP
Swindon South
2
Mr David Lammy
9Mr David Lammy MP
Tottenham
2
Marsha De Cordova
10Marsha De Cordova MP
Battersea
1
Require schools to have a half day on a Friday or Monday — Petitions