The length of the school day and the school year varies by location, but generally:
- In the United States, the average school day is about 6 to 7 hours long, typically from around 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with most states requiring about 180 days of school per year. This amounts to roughly 900 to 1200 hours of schooling annually.
- Schools often have breaks and holidays, including summer vacation that can last several weeks (from about six weeks to three months depending on the country or region).
- In other countries, school days can start early and end earlier, such as in Germany where primary school lessons may finish by 11 or 12.
- The specific school year duration and number of days or hours legally required can vary significantly depending on regional regulations and education systems.
Thus, a typical school year in many places lasts around 180 days, and a school day falls roughly in the 6 to 7-hour range.
