Term 1
–
74 days
South Australia School Holidays 2026
South Australian state schools run four terms in 2026, finishing Term 4 on 11 December with a longer autumn break around Easter.
Source: Department for Education South AustraliaLast verified
Next South Australia school holiday
42 days away
The next 2026 school holiday is Summer Holidays, from 12 Dec 2026 to 26 Jan 2027 — 42 days away.
2026 school holiday dates
| Holiday | Start | End | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Holidays | Start | End | Duration16 days |
| Winter Holidays | Start | End | Duration16 days |
| Spring Holidays | Start | End | Duration16 days |
| Summer Holidays | Start | End | Duration46 days |
2026 school term dates
Term 2
–
68 days
Term 3
–
68 days
Term 4
–
61 days
School holiday periods
Autumn Holidays school holidays 2026
Autumn Holidays runs from 11 Apr 2026 (Sat) – 26 Apr 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive). The Autumn Holidays end on 26 Apr 2026 (Sun). Term 2 begins and schools reopen on 27 Apr 2026 (Mon).
Winter Holidays school holidays 2026
Winter Holidays runs from 4 Jul 2026 (Sat) – 19 Jul 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive). The Winter Holidays end on 19 Jul 2026 (Sun). Term 3 begins and schools reopen on 20 Jul 2026 (Mon).
Spring Holidays school holidays 2026
Spring Holidays runs from 26 Sept 2026 (Sat) – 11 Oct 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive). The Spring Holidays end on 11 Oct 2026 (Sun). Term 4 begins and schools reopen on 12 Oct 2026 (Mon).
Summer Holidays school holidays 2026
Summer Holidays runs from 12 Dec 2026 (Sat) – 26 Jan 2027 (Tue) (46 days inclusive).
South Australia school start and reopening dates in 2026
- School year starts
- After the Autumn Holidays
- Schools reopen (Term 2 begins)
- After the Winter Holidays
- Schools reopen (Term 3 begins)
- After the Spring Holidays
- Schools reopen (Term 4 begins)
- School year ends
Planning a trip during the Summer holidays?
You have 46 days to work with. Here are a few family-friendly destinations that fit comfortably into this school break.
Bali
Indonesia
Great for 6-8 days
Bali is a good fit for this 46-day break because a 6-8 day trip fits within the available dates and it offers beaches and time outdoors.
- Beach
- Nature
- Family
Explore BaliBangkok
Thailand
Great for 4-5 days
Bangkok is a good fit for this 46-day break because a 4-5 day trip fits within the available dates and it offers city sights and food.
- City
- Culture
- Food
Explore BangkokTokyo
Japan
Great for 7-9 days
Tokyo is a good fit for this 46-day break because a 7-9 day trip fits within the available dates and it offers theme parks and city sights.
- Theme parks
- City
- Family
Explore Tokyo
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FAQ
When are the Autumn Holidays in South Australia 2026?
The Autumn Holidays run from Saturday, 11 April 2026 to Sunday, 26 April 2026 (16 days).
When are the Autumn Holidays school holidays in South Australia in 2026?
The Autumn Holidays run from 11 Apr 2026 (Sat) to 26 Apr 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive).
When are the Winter Holidays in South Australia 2026?
The Winter Holidays run from Saturday, 4 July 2026 to Sunday, 19 July 2026 (16 days).
When are the Winter Holidays school holidays in South Australia in 2026?
The Winter Holidays run from 4 Jul 2026 (Sat) to 19 Jul 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive).
When are the Spring Holidays in South Australia 2026?
The Spring Holidays run from Saturday, 26 September 2026 to Sunday, 11 October 2026 (16 days).
When are the Spring Holidays school holidays in South Australia in 2026?
The Spring Holidays run from 26 Sept 2026 (Sat) to 11 Oct 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive).
When are the Summer Holidays in South Australia 2026?
The Summer Holidays run from Saturday, 12 December 2026 to Tuesday, 26 January 2027 (46 days).
When are the Summer Holidays school holidays in South Australia in 2026?
The Summer Holidays run from 12 Dec 2026 (Sat) to 26 Jan 2027 (Tue) (46 days inclusive).
When do schools reopen after Autumn Holidays in South Australia?
Schools reopen on 27 Apr 2026 (Mon) for the start of Term 2.
When does Term 1 start in South Australia 2026?
Term 1 runs from Tuesday, 27 January 2026 to Friday, 10 April 2026 (74 days).
When do schools reopen after Winter Holidays in South Australia?
Schools reopen on 20 Jul 2026 (Mon) for the start of Term 3.
When does the 2026 South Australia school year end?
Term 4 ends on Friday, 11 December 2026. Summer holidays follow until Term 1 the next year.
When do schools reopen after Spring Holidays in South Australia?
Schools reopen on 12 Oct 2026 (Mon) for the start of Term 4.
When does Term 1 start in South Australia in 2026?
Term 1 runs from 27 Jan 2026 (Tue) to 10 Apr 2026 (Fri).
When does Term 2 start in South Australia in 2026?
Term 2 runs from 27 Apr 2026 (Mon) to 3 Jul 2026 (Fri).
When does Term 3 start in South Australia in 2026?
Term 3 runs from 20 Jul 2026 (Mon) to 25 Sept 2026 (Fri).
When does Term 4 start in South Australia in 2026?
Term 4 runs from 12 Oct 2026 (Mon) to 11 Dec 2026 (Fri).
When does the 2026 school year start in South Australia?
The 2026 school year starts on 27 Jan 2026 (Tue).
When does school end in South Australia in 2026?
The 2026 school year ends on 11 Dec 2026 (Fri).
What is the next school holiday in South Australia?
The next school holiday is Summer Holidays, starting 12 Dec 2026 (Sat). See the Summer Holidays section (#summer-holidays-school-holidays) for full dates.
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Statistics
- School days
- 271
- Holiday days
- 94
- Terms
- 4
- Longest break
- 46d
- Shortest break
- 16d
- Avg break
- 23.5d
Summer Holidays
Autumn Holidays
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School terms: Term 1, 27 Jan 2026 (Tue) – 10 Apr 2026 (Fri); Term 2, 27 Apr 2026 (Mon) – 3 Jul 2026 (Fri); Term 3, 20 Jul 2026 (Mon) – 25 Sept 2026 (Fri); Term 4, 12 Oct 2026 (Mon) – 11 Dec 2026 (Fri). School breaks: Autumn Holidays, 11 Apr 2026 (Sat) – 26 Apr 2026 (Sun); Winter Holidays, 4 Jul 2026 (Sat) – 19 Jul 2026 (Sun); Spring Holidays, 26 Sept 2026 (Sat) – 11 Oct 2026 (Sun); Summer Holidays, 12 Dec 2026 (Sat) – 26 Jan 2027 (Tue)
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