Early Morning
Morning Prayers
The morning starts with whole House prayers, led by the Houseparent or their Assistant in the boarding House Chapel.
“Morning prayers are a lovely and peaceful way to start the day and a chance for the whole boarding house to come together”
Johnny, St John’s
Early Morning
Breakfast
A good start to the working day is essential and we are delighted to offer a delicious and healthy breakfast for our students. On a morning they can enjoy a range of cereals, cooked meats, toast and pastries, fresh fruit, juice, tea and coffee. Breakfast is served in Houses and is a sociable and friendly start to the day with friends.
Morning Lessons
Leaving for School
The first lesson of the day begins at 8:40am, giving pupils time to gather their books and prepare for class after breakfast. There are two lessons, both lasting 50 minutes, before break time.
“At Ampleforth your teachers really help you reach your full potential and flourish. I have gained confidence and learned so much in just my first year of being here in the valley”
Clara, St Aidan’s
Morning Lessons
Break Time
After the morning’s lessons, there is a chance to go back to the boarding House or the Matthew's Common Room for break time snacks.
Lunch
House Lunch
Lunch is the time for the House to regroup, catch up on the morning’s events and enjoy a fulfilling lunch. As well as the varied and delicious hot meals throughout the week, there is also an additional salad bar, fresh bread and fresh fruit available.
Lunch
Quiet Time
After lunch there is time to work or read in the House before the afternoon’s lessons and activities start. House Tutors and staff are on hand to speak to, supervise and help.
"The boarding house is the perfect place to relax, catch up on some work and socialise with your friends. It's like a home away from home."
Freddie, St John’s
Afternoon
Afternoon
The afternoon is a varied time for students and provides an opportunity to take a break from the classroom on several days of the week to participate in sport or a diverse range of activities, from Land Rover Restoration Club to Archery, Cooking and many more.
Evening
Tea Time
After games and the afternoon’s activities, it’s time to refuel. Tea and biscuits are served in the House before further activities or lessons in the late afternoon.
Evening
Activities & Supper
Free time or after school activities take place before a cafeteria supper in the evening, which is served in the refectory for the whole school. Free time provides a perfect chance for friends to relax and unwind after the busy day before prep begins.
Evening
Prep Time
Evening check-in is followed by prep time. During prep, House Tutors are always on hand to help where needed. This provides the perfect environment to study, complete assignments and perhaps work on team projects together.
Evening
Quiet Time
The day ends with whole House prayers, Compline or Mass depending on the day of the week. This is taken by either the house Chaplain, the Housemistress/Housemaster or Assistant Housemistress/Housemaster. It is a peaceful way to conclude the day and bring the house together once again.
“In the boarding house, you quickly begin to feel like you are with family and house prayers reinforces that feeling”
Freddie, St John’s
Evening
Bed Time
After a long and full day, it’s time for a well-earned rest. Bed times differ for each year group with the older years having some free time to relax just before the lights go out.
Early Morning
Morning Prayers
The morning starts with whole House prayers, led by the Houseparent or their Assistant in the boarding House Chapel.
“Morning prayers are a lovely and peaceful way to start the day and a chance for the whole boarding house to come together”
Johnny, St John’s
Early Morning
Breakfast
A good start to the working day is essential and we are delighted to offer a delicious and healthy breakfast for our students. On a morning they can enjoy a range of cereals, cooked meats, toast and pastries, fresh fruit, juice, tea and coffee. Breakfast is served in Houses and is a sociable and friendly start to the day with friends.
Morning Lessons
Leaving for School
The first lesson of the day begins at 8:40am, giving pupils time to gather their books and prepare for class after breakfast. There are two lessons, both lasting 50 minutes, before break time.
“At Ampleforth your teachers really help you reach your full potential and flourish. I have gained confidence and learned so much in just my first year of being here in the valley”
Clara, St Aidan’s
Morning Lessons
Break Time
After the morning’s lessons, there is a chance to go back to the boarding House or the Matthew's Common Room for break time snacks.
Lunch
House Lunch
Lunch is the time for the House to regroup, catch up on the morning’s events and enjoy a fulfilling lunch. As well as the varied and delicious hot meals throughout the week, there is also an additional salad bar, fresh bread and fresh fruit available.
Lunch
Quiet Time
After lunch there is time to work or read in the House before the afternoon’s lessons and activities start. House Tutors and staff are on hand to speak to, supervise and help.
"The boarding house is the perfect place to relax, catch up on some work and socialise with your friends. It's like a home away from home."
Freddie, St John’s
Afternoon
Afternoon
The afternoon is a varied time for students and provides an opportunity to take a break from the classroom on several days of the week to participate in sport or a diverse range of activities, from Land Rover Restoration Club to Archery, Cooking and many more.
Evening
Tea Time
After games and the afternoon’s activities, it’s time to refuel. Tea and biscuits are served in the House before further activities or lessons in the late afternoon.
Evening
Activities & Supper
Free time or after school activities take place before a cafeteria supper in the evening, which is served in the refectory for the whole school. Free time provides a perfect chance for friends to relax and unwind after the busy day before prep begins.
Evening
Prep Time
Evening check-in is followed by prep time. During prep, House Tutors are always on hand to help where needed. This provides the perfect environment to study, complete assignments and perhaps work on team projects together.
Evening
Quiet Time
The day ends with whole House prayers, Compline or Mass depending on the day of the week. This is taken by either the house Chaplain, the Housemistress/Housemaster or Assistant Housemistress/Housemaster. It is a peaceful way to conclude the day and bring the house together once again.
“In the boarding house, you quickly begin to feel like you are with family and house prayers reinforces that feeling”
Freddie, St John’s
Evening
Bed Time
After a long and full day, it’s time for a well-earned rest. Bed times differ for each year group with the older years having some free time to relax just before the lights go out.
Early Morning
Morning Prayers
The morning starts with whole House prayers, led by the Houseparent or their Assistant in the boarding House Chapel.
“Morning prayers are a lovely and peaceful way to start the day and a chance for the whole boarding house to come together”
Johnny, St John’s
Early Morning
Breakfast
A good start to the working day is essential and we are delighted to offer a delicious and healthy breakfast for our students. On a morning they can enjoy a range of cereals, cooked meats, toast and pastries, fresh fruit, juice, tea and coffee. Breakfast is served in Houses and is a sociable and friendly start to the day with friends.
Morning Lessons
Leaving for School
The first lesson of the day begins at 8:40am, giving pupils time to gather their books and prepare for class after breakfast. There are two lessons, both lasting 50 minutes, before break time.
“At Ampleforth your teachers really help you reach your full potential and flourish. I have gained confidence and learned so much in just my first year of being here in the valley”
Clara, St Aidan’s
Morning Lessons
Break Time
After morning lessons, Sixth Formers have access to the St Nicholas Common Room where they have time to relax and enjoy the hot drinks machine and outdoor space.
Lunch
House Lunch
Lunch is the time for the House to regroup, catch up on the morning’s events and enjoy a fulfilling lunch. As well as the varied and delicious hot meals throughout the week, there is also an additional salad bar, fresh bread and fresh fruit available.
Afternoon
Afternoon
The afternoon is a varied time for students and provides an opportunity to take a break from the classroom on several days of the week to participate in sport or a diverse range of activities, from Land Rover Restoration Club to Archery, Cooking and many more.
Evening
Tea Time
After games and the afternoon’s activities, it’s time to refuel. Tea and biscuits are served in the House before further activities or lessons in the late afternoon.
Evening
Activities & Supper
Free time or after school activities take place before a cafeteria supper in the evening, which is served in the refectory for the whole school. Free time provides a perfect chance for friends to relax and unwind after the busy day before prep begins.
Evening
Prep Time
Evening check-in is followed by prep time. During prep, House Tutors are always on hand to help where needed. This provides the perfect environment to study, complete assignments and perhaps work on team projects together.
Evening
Quiet Time
The day ends with whole House prayers, Compline or Mass depending on the day of the week. This is taken by either the house Chaplain, the Housemistress/Housemaster or Assistant Housemistress/Housemaster. It is a peaceful way to conclude the day and bring the house together once again.
“In the boarding house, you quickly begin to feel like you are with family and house prayers reinforces that feeling”
Freddie, St John’s
Junior Day
Senior Day
Sixth Form Day
