Islamabad, Feb 28: The Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) has introduced revised school timings for educational institutions in Islamabad during the holy month of Ramadan. These adjustments will apply to all Islamabad Model Schools and Colleges, including Ex-F.G. Colleges, in both urban and rural areas.
As per the official notification, single-shift schools will function from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM from Monday to Thursday, while on Fridays, the timings will be from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Educational institutions operating under a double-shift system will have their morning sessions from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM throughout the weekdays. The evening shift will run from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM from Monday to Thursday, while on Fridays, it will start at 1:30 PM and conclude at 4:30 PM.
Similarly, Ex-F.G. Colleges will adhere to the same schedule as single-shift schools, maintaining operational hours from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM from Monday to Thursday, and from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Fridays.
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To ensure smooth implementation of these new timings, all Area Education Officers have been directed to oversee compliance. The notification, which has been officially approved by the Director General of FDE, aims to facilitate students and staff during the fasting month while maintaining academic continuity.
These revised timings have been set to create a more accommodating learning environment during Ramadan, allowing students and teachers to balance their academic responsibilities with religious observances. By reducing school hours, the FDE aims to support the well-being of students while ensuring that educational activities continue without disruption.
