Wales School Holidays 2025-2026
Term dates and holiday periods for Wales schools in the 2025-2026 academic year.
Academic Year Timeline
Term timeHoliday
Term Dates
| Term | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term 1 | 1 September 2025 | 24 October 2025 |
| Autumn Term 2 | 3 November 2025 | 19 December 2025 |
| Spring Term 1 | 5 January 2026 | 13 February 2026 |
| Spring Term 2 | 23 February 2026 | 27 March 2026 |
| Summer Term 1 | 13 April 2026 | 22 May 2026 |
| Summer Term 2 | 1 June 2026 | 17 July 2026 |
School Holidays
| Holiday | Start | End | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| October Half Term | 27 October 2025 | 31 October 2025 | |
| Christmas Holiday | 22 December 2025 | 2 January 2026 | |
| February Half Term | 16 February 2026 | 20 February 2026 | |
| Easter Holiday | 30 March 2026 | 10 April 2026 | |
| May Half Term | 25 May 2026 | 29 May 2026 | |
| Summer Holiday | 20 July 2026 | 28 August 2026 |
These are typical dates. Your local authority or school may differ. Always check with your school directly.
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