What bedtime should a 5yr old have,

[Jenarry]

I'm a working single mum and i don't pick up my son until 5.45pm after work.
we have the usual routine of tea(which can take some time due to food issues and having to give insulin jab due to little guy's diabetes)bathroom for shower,etc then bed,for bedtime jab and for story then settle to sleep. by which time it's between 8-30 and 9pm.
this is just how our evening goes naturally without rushing everything and little guy is usually happy up to bedtime. on rare occasions he does seem tired after his day at school so i put him to bed earlier in this case otherwise it all works fine.
i have however had comments made that this time is way too late and that other children around my son's age are in bed by 7 every night! what do you guys think have i got it way out?

[albaqwerty]

Jen I think you are doing the right thing for you and your son and the right thing by him xx

Ignore the playground chat, that's all it is :)

[Jillius]

I think you are doing a grand job, you have a good routine which is important. And good on you for working ! What a nice change to hear about a single mum who doesn't sponge off the state. You and your little guy seem happy so don't take any notice of anyone else x

[DaisyNonna]

Have a 13 year old grandaughter who wants to go to bed at 8.30. All children are individuals and may not be happy if they are herded into the same box. I think you are doing a great job. It is not easy working , dealing with a child who needs so much attention. Great that you manage to fit in a bed-time story. Good that you put him to bed earlier when he is tired. This seems to be working for you and him. Keep up the good work!

[feona]

I think anything between 7pm to 8pm can work well. That's the best bed time for kids..as my mom use to say!