School holidays 2026
Every term, between-term holiday and the summer closing deadline.
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NZ school holidays & term dates
School breaks and term dates for 2026, 2027 and 2028, with guidance for state and state-integrated schools and kura.
School holidays 2027
Every term, between-term holiday and the summer closing deadline.
Explore dates →School holidays 2028
Every term, between-term holiday and the summer closing deadline.
Explore dates →Plan around your own school
Term 1 starts and end-of-year closing dates can vary. Teacher-only days and local closures need a separate check with your school. Private schools and early childhood services may use different calendars.
Use the yearly pages as a starting point, then add your school’s confirmed dates to your family calendar.
School holidays are not all public holidays
A school break does not automatically give adults time off work. Compare the school calendar with the public holiday dates and your approved leave.
Read the family planning checklist →Dates checked 18 October 2026. Sources: Ministry of Education · Employment New Zealand. How we check dates.