School term and holiday dates
Page updated on: 19/10/2026
| Term | Term begins | Half Term | Term Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn 2026 | Wednesday 2 September | Monday 26 October to Friday 30 October | Friday 18 December |
| Spring 2027 | Monday 4 January | Monday 8 February to Friday 12 February | Friday 19 March |
| Summer 2027 | Monday 5 April | Monday 31 May to Friday 4 June | Tuesday 20 July |
| Autumn 2027 | Thursday 2nd September | Monday 25 October to Friday 29 October | Friday 17 December |
| Spring 2028 | Tuesday 4 January | Monday 21 February to Friday 25 February | Friday 7 April |
| Summer 2028 | Monday 24 April | Monday 29 May to Friday 2 June | Thursday 20 July |
Designated INSET Days
- Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Wednesday 1 September 2027
For school specific INSET days, please contact the relevant school. Usually, schools have 5 INSET days during the academic year (including the designated days).
Following a recent consultation, Welsh Government intends to take forward legislation to implement the proposal to maintain a sixth INSET day on an ongoing basis, and issue revised guidance to the sector, subject to ministerial decision after the 2026 election, by the beginning of the 2026/27 academic year.
Good Friday
- 26 March 2027
- 14 April 2028
May Day
- 3 May 2027
- 1 May 2028
Please note that this calendar is subject to any changes that may arise as a result of government policy decisions. We do not accept liability for any losses incurred in respect of altered holiday arrangements following such changes.
