Changes would include shorter school summer holidays

On the mainland, 150 local education authorities have voted unanimously in favour of introducing a new timetable across the country.

But Guernsey Education has to weigh up the consequences before a decision is made.

Education President, Deputy Martin Ozanne, said all the implications would have to be carefully considered before any decision was made.

The move from three main school terms to six may seem like simply extending half-terms.

But under proposals in England, important exams would be brought forward, summer holidays would be shortened and the final term of the academic year would be devoted to sport and drama.

The scheme will be piloted by up to 30 English councils next year.