Lahore Announces Winter Timings for Public and Private Schools

The Punjab Education Department has announced new winter timings for public and private schools in Lahore. This change, which came into effect on October 16, 2023, will remain in place until April 14, 2024.
Boys’ schools will operate from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm from Monday to Thursday and Saturday. However, on Fridays, the schools will function without any break from 8:30 am to 12:15 pm.
Girls’ schools across the provincial capital will commence from 8:15 am to 2:15 pm on Monday to Thursday and Saturday. They will close at 12:00 pm every Friday.
Double Shift Schools
In addition to these changes, double shift schools have also adjusted their schedules. The first shift will start at 7:45 am and end at 12:15 pm without any break on Monday to Thursday and Saturday. The second shift will continue without any break from 12:30 pm until 5:00 pm on Monday to Thursday and Saturday. On Fridays, however, the schools will start from 1:30 pm and end at 5:30 pm.
These revised timings are part of the department’s efforts to adapt to the changing weather conditions during the winter season. It is expected that these new schedules will ensure a smooth and efficient learning environment for students across Lahore.