2026-27 Arise Academic Calendar & Class Schedule
For those planning ahead, the 26-27 Complete Course Catalogue is now available (subject to minor changes and additions). Individual courses and resources are in the shop.
Explore 26-27 Class Timetables
We look forward to seeing your teen in our live online classes. If you have any questions, please email us at Arise@AriseHomeEducation.com. We are happy to help.
Arise Academic Calendar (26-27)
Important Enrolment Dates for the 26-27 Academic Year
- 17 August – A-Level and Scottish High Classes begin
- 25 August Open Enrolment closes
- 27 August Parent & Student Orientation @ 2:00 pm (UK time zone). Details are provided in the enrolment confirmation letter.
- Week of 31 August KS3 & iGCSE level classes being
| 2026-27 Academic Calendar on Google | |
| A Level/Highers Classes Begin | 17 Aug 2026 |
| Orientation Week | 24-28 Aug 2026 |
| Semester 1 begins | 31-Aug 2026 |
| Autumn 1/2 Term Break | 19-23 October 2026 |
| Semester 1 Ends | 18 December 2026 |
| Last Day to Turn in Assignments | 18 December 2026 |
| Christmas Holiday break | December 21 -January 8 |
| Semester 2 Begins | 11-January 2027 |
| Reading week | 15-19 Febuary |
| Classes resume | 22 Februay 2027 |
| Easter Holiday Break | 21- March to 2 April 2027 |
| Classes resume | 5 April 2027 |
| Semester 2 Ends | 14 May 2027 |
| Last Day to Turn in Assignments | 21 May 2027 |
| Last Day of Speech & Drama Level 6 & Latin 1 | 28 and 29 May 2027 |
About Arise Live Classes
Classes are typically held once a week (see each class description for complete details). Each live, online class consists of two 40-minute sessions with a short, 5-10 min., break in the middle. All classes are held according to the GMT time zone. See individual live courses for all details.
Upon purchase of classes, you will be sent additional registration and course access information. There is a discount for course bundle purchases.
We also have flexible payment plan options.
What Year/Grade Level Is My Student?
Use this table as a guide to help understand the various terminology you may hear around Arise. since we teach a variety of subjects that offer UK exam prep and USA high school transcript credit, this may help in understanding.
It is important to keep in mind that home-educated kids may be learning at multiple academic levels based on specific subject strengths weaknesses, and passions. It is not our goal to ‘pigeonhole’ any student into a grade level, but to provide clarification to help you navigate your home education options.
| Student Age | Scotland | England | USA |
| 4-5 | Nursery | Reception | Preschool |
| 5-6 | Primary 1 (P1) | Year 1 | Kindergarten |
| 6-7 | Primary 2 (P2) | Year 2 | 1st Grade |
| 7-8 | Primary 3 (P3) | Year 3 | 2nd Grade |
| 8-9 | Primary 4 (P4) | Year 4 | 3rd Grade |
| 9-10 | Primary 5 (P5) | Year 5 | 4th Grade |
| 10-11 | Primary 6 (P6) | Year 6 | 5th Grade |
| 11-12 | Primary 7 (P7) | Year 7 | 6th Grade |
| 12-13 | Secondary 1 (S1) | Year 8 | 7th Grade (aka Junior High or Middle School) |
| 13-14 | Secondary 2 (S2) | Year 9 | 8th Grade (aka Junior High or Middle School) |
| 14-15 | Secondary 3 (S3) | Year 10 | 9th Grade (1st year of High School, aka ‘Freshman’) |
| 15-16 | Secondary 4 (S4) | Year 11 | 10th Grade (2nd year of High School, aka ‘Sophomore’) |
| 16-17 | Secondary 5 (S5) | Year 12 | 11th Grade (3rd year of High School, aka ‘Junior’) |
| 17-18 | Secondary 6 (S6) | Year 13 | 12th Grade (4th year of High School, aka ‘Senior’) |