Scotland School Holidays 2025-2026
Term dates and holiday periods for Scotland schools in the 2025-2026 academic year.
Academic Year Timeline
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Term Dates
| Term | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 13 August 2025 | 10 October 2025 |
| Winter Term | 27 October 2025 | 19 December 2025 |
| Spring Term | 5 January 2026 | 27 March 2026 |
| Summer Term | 13 April 2026 | 26 June 2026 |
School Holidays
| Holiday | Start | End | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| October Break | 13 October 2025 | 24 October 2025 | |
| Christmas Holiday | 22 December 2025 | 2 January 2026 | |
| Mid-term Break | 9 February 2026 | 13 February 2026 | |
| Easter Holiday | 30 March 2026 | 10 April 2026 | |
| May Day | 4 May 2026 | 4 May 2026 | |
| Summer Holiday | 29 June 2026 | 12 August 2026 |
These are typical dates. Your local authority or school may differ. Always check with your school directly.
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