Most Chinese students wake up early to get ready for school. They typically eat a quick breakfast of rice, noodles, or bread before heading out the door.
6:30 AM: Commute to School
Many Chinese students live far from their schools, so they have to commute by bus, subway, or bike. The commute can often be long and crowded.
7:00 AM: Arrive at School
Students usually arrive at school by 7:00 AM. They typically have a morning assembly where they sing the national anthem and listen to announcements from the principal.
7:15 AM: First Period
The first period of the day usually starts at 7:15 AM. Chinese students typically take six or seven classes per day, each lasting about 45 minutes. The subjects they study include math, science, Chinese language, English, history, and geography.
11:30 AM: Lunch Break
Students typically have a lunch break from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. They can either eat in the school cafeteria or go out to eat with their friends.
1:00 PM: Afternoon Classes
Afternoon classes usually start at 1:00 PM and end at 5:00 PM. Students may have some free time in between classes to relax or study.
5:00 PM: After School
After school, many students stay at school to participate in extracurricular activities, such as sports, music, or art. Others go home to study, do homework, or help with chores.
7:00 PM: Dinner
Students usually have dinner with their families around 7:00 PM. Dinner is typically a big meal, and it is a time for families to come together and talk about their day.
8:30 PM: Homework and Study
After dinner, students typically do their homework and study for the next day. They may also watch TV, read, or play games.
10:00 PM: Bedtime
Most Chinese students go to bed by 10:00 PM. They need to get enough sleep so they can wake up early the next morning and do it all again.