How many days do students go to school in France? On which days do they not go to school?
My daughter-in-law writes:
It depends on the school and the region. Some go to school on Saturdays and have Wednesdays off. Others have a regular workweek like in the US (Monday through Friday).
They get a lot of holidays and a full summer though. But they have longer hours. School goes till 4:30 or 5 PM, but they also take a two hour lunch.
I don't know how many days per year it is. I think it's less than [in the US]. I think they get by the week, like it's 36 weeks.
This person has listed the number of school days of several countries
http://norberthaupt.com/2012/04/20/school-days-around-the-world/
Not all countries are listed of course,
e.g. he did not list my Canada, but I know that in Ontario the number of days is 195 on average.
To determine how many days students go to school in France and when they don't, we can look at the general school calendar in the country. However, it's important to note that school schedules can vary depending on the educational level (primary, secondary, or higher education), regional differences, and specific school policies.
In general, students in France have school from Monday to Friday, with weekends being non-school days. The exact number of days students go to school varies depending on the academic year and breaks or holidays.
Here's a breakdown of the typical school calendar in France:
1. Academic Year: The school year starts in early September and finishes in late June or early July. It's divided into three terms: September to December, January to April, and April to July.
2. Weekdays: Students usually attend school Monday to Friday. Most schools have a half-day on Wednesday, with classes ending around noon. This is to allow for additional extracurricular activities or free time for students.
3. Holidays: Throughout the academic year, students have several breaks, including:
- Toussaint (All Saints' Day) Break: Around the end of October or beginning of November, students usually have a two-week break.
- Christmas Break: Students have a two-week holiday around Christmas and New Year.
- Winter Break: In February, there is a one to two-week break for students, known as the winter or February break.
- Spring Break: In April, there is another one to two-week break, often aligned with Easter.
- Summer Break: The longest break of the year, the summer holiday usually starts in early July and lasts about eight to nine weeks, ending in early September.
It's important to remember that the specifics of the school calendar can differ between regions and may be subject to changes by individual schools or the Ministry of Education. Therefore, if you need the most accurate and up-to-date information about school schedules in France, it's recommended to check with the specific school or educational institution in question.