Morning vs. Night: Which is the Best Study Time?

 “Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day-in, and day-out.” – Robert Collier.

Studying is an integral part of every student’s life.  It takes practice and patience to establish the best studying habits depending on their character and environment. For some students, morning hours are the best for studying, while for others studying during the night brings out the best results.  According to science, the best hours to study are between 10 am and 2 pm, from 4 pm to 10 pm.  This is a time when the human brain is in acquisition mode. Science also indicates that the most ineffective time to study is between 4 am and 7 am. While there may be no perfect time for studying, let’s analyze the benefits of studying both in the morning and at night.

Benefits of Studying in the Morning

Students that are more energized in the morning can be more productive if they study in the morning. Most people believe that morning is the best time to study since the brain is the sharpest.  This is true since natural light available in the morning is good for the eyes and helps keep students alert. Morning study is incredibly best for learning a new theory or reviewing notes from the previous class session.  Studying at this time is also good since they don’t interfere with a student’s sleep.  It is also easier to create a study group during morning studies than at night. Importantly, it is an excellent time to study since it offers students a better ability to recollect.

Benefits of Studying in the Night

Night studies are associated with a quieter and more peaceful environment. There are fewer distractions at night since most family members are asleep, and electronic devices such as the TV are not in use. Less distraction facilitates creativity and better concentration. Sleeping after a study session can also improve recall and consolidate information. 

Note: You should ensure that your child still gets about 8 to 9 hours of sleep despite studying at night.

How do you determine the Best Time for Studying?

Now that we have seen many benefits associated with studying both in the morning and at night: The most crucial question remains: Which study time is the best for your child?

Different students have different timings when it comes to effective studying. Therefore, you should find the time of the day your child studies best; this can be either night or day based on the following factors.

First and foremost, when is your child most alert? Remember that different children have different memories and alertness, qualities that tend to improve at other times for different people; For example, your child could have an excellent visual memory in the morning yet better critical thinking abilities at night. Secondly, consider when your child’s study session is less prone to distractions such as TV, family conversations, and dinner time, which may disrupt their concentration. In such cases, choose a time with a list distraction. Lastly, consider a time that is easy to stick by since consistency improves the study routine and eventually leads to better outcomes.

Study Tips for Morning Studies.

• Please encourage your child to drink water first after waking up to hydrate their body.
• Avoid studying from bed: Getting out of bed and studying from the desk will reduce their chances of sleeping again.
• Please encourage them to study from another room, such as the living room, to avoid falling asleep.
• Ensure your child takes regular breaks from the chair, stretches, and walks a bit to avoid feeling sluggish or tired.
• Encourage them to find a study buddy.
• Encourage them to use natural light over electricity if it’s already daytime.

Study Tips for Night Studies.

• Make sure your child has a specific time to condition their body clock.
• Ensure that the night study does not limit their required night rest to about 8 hours.
•  Make sure that they have good lighting in the room. Without enough rest, it will be hard for them to retain information.
• Ensure that there is enough lighting in the room to avoid hurting your child’s eyes.
• Please help your child to create a timetable and ensure that they follow it diligently.
• Allow them to listen to motivating music to motivate their creativity and maintain alertness.

What’s more?

At Kids on the Yard, we’ve found that establishing great study habits early is the secret to making a significant impact in school, from higher grades to greater confidence. That is why our tutors support students from grades Prek to 12th Grade in their studies to build great habits that can last a lifetime.

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