UK School Holiday Dates 2024/25 | Plan Your Family Holiday
Planning your next family trip? Knowing the school holiday dates for 2024/25 is essential. Below, you’ll find a comprehensive breakdown of holiday periods for England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. For up-to-date and official term date information, visit the UK Government School Term and Holiday Dates page and your school website which will provide the most accurate details.
School Holiday Dates 2024/25 by Region
England School Holiday Dates 2024/25
- Autumn Half Term: 21st October 2024 – 25th October 2024
- Christmas Break: 23rd December 2024 – 3rd January 2025
- Spring Half Term: 17th February 2025 – 21st February 2025
- Easter Holidays: 7th April 2025 – 18th April 2025
- Summer Half Term: 26th May 2025 – 30th May 2025
- Summer Holidays: 21st July 2025 – 29th August 2025
Scotland School Holiday Dates 2024/25
- Autumn Half Term: 11th October 2024 – 20th October 2024
- Christmas Break: 20th December 2024 – 6th January 2025
- Spring Half Term: 10th February 2025 – 12th February 2025
- Easter Holidays: 4th April 2025 – 21st April 2025
- Summer Holidays: 27th June 2025 – 12th August 2025
Wales School Holiday Dates 2024/25
- Autumn Half Term: 28th October 2024 – 1st November 2024
- Christmas Break: 23rd December 2024 – 3rd January 2025
- Spring Half Term: 17th February 2025 – 21st February 2025
- Easter Holidays: 7th April 2025 – 18th April 2025
- Summer Half Term: 26th May 2025 – 30th May 2025
- Summer Holidays: 21st July 2025 – 29th August 2025
Northern Ireland School Holiday Dates 2024/25
- Autumn Half Term: 28th October 2024 – 1st November 2024
- Christmas Break: 23rd December 2024 – 3rd January 2025
- Spring Half Term: 17th February 2025 – 21st February 2025
- Easter Holidays: 17th April 2025 – 25th April 2025
- Summer Holidays: 1st July 2025 – 31st August 2025
Why You Should Know the UK School Holiday Dates 2024/25
Understanding the school holiday calendar is crucial for families planning vacations, as traveling during school breaks ensures children don’t miss any critical school days. Additionally, booking travel around school holidays helps avoid potential fines for taking children out of school during term time.
Many schools do add inset days to the start and end of school breaks so do check your schools website, you might be able to snag a bargain. You can also check the official UK Government website for the most accurate dates.