Term 1
–
65 days
Students start Wed 28 Jan in government schools (term gazetted from Tue 27 Jan).
2026 Victoria School Holidays & Term Dates
Victorian government schools run four terms in 2026, with students typically starting Term 1 on 28 January and finishing Term 4 on 18 December.
Source: Victorian GovernmentLast verified
Next Victoria school holiday
40 days
The next 2026 school holiday is Summer Holidays, from 19 Dec 2026 to 27 Jan 2027 — 64 days away.
2026 school holiday dates
| Holiday | Start | End | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Holidays | Start | End | Duration17 days |
| Winter Holidays | Start | End | Duration16 days |
| Spring Holidays | Start | End | Duration16 days |
| Summer Holidays | Start | End | Duration40 days |
2026 school term dates
Term 2
–
68 days
Term 3
–
68 days
Term 4
–
75 days
School holiday periods
Autumn Holidays school holidays 2026
Autumn Holidays runs from 3 Apr 2026 (Fri) – 19 Apr 2026 (Sun) (17 days inclusive). The Autumn Holidays end on 19 Apr 2026 (Sun). Term 2 begins and schools reopen on 20 Apr 2026 (Mon).
Winter Holidays school holidays 2026
Winter Holidays runs from 27 Jun 2026 (Sat) – 12 Jul 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive). The Winter Holidays end on 12 Jul 2026 (Sun). Term 3 begins and schools reopen on 13 Jul 2026 (Mon).
Spring Holidays school holidays 2026
Spring Holidays runs from 19 Sept 2026 (Sat) – 4 Oct 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive). The Spring Holidays end on 4 Oct 2026 (Sun). Term 4 begins and schools reopen on 5 Oct 2026 (Mon).
Summer Holidays school holidays 2026
Summer Holidays runs from 19 Dec 2026 (Sat) – 27 Jan 2027 (Wed) (40 days inclusive).
Victoria 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 40 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 40-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 40-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 40-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 Victoria 2026?
The Autumn Holidays run from Friday, 3 April 2026 to Sunday, 19 April 2026 (17 days).
When are the Autumn Holidays school holidays in Victoria in 2026?
The Autumn Holidays run from 3 Apr 2026 (Fri) to 19 Apr 2026 (Sun) (17 days inclusive).
When are the Winter Holidays in Victoria 2026?
The Winter Holidays run from Saturday, 27 June 2026 to Sunday, 12 July 2026 (16 days).
When are the Winter Holidays school holidays in Victoria in 2026?
The Winter Holidays run from 27 Jun 2026 (Sat) to 12 Jul 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive).
When are the Spring Holidays in Victoria 2026?
The Spring Holidays run from Saturday, 19 September 2026 to Sunday, 4 October 2026 (16 days).
When are the Spring Holidays school holidays in Victoria in 2026?
The Spring Holidays run from 19 Sept 2026 (Sat) to 4 Oct 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive).
When are the Summer Holidays in Victoria 2026?
The Summer Holidays run from Saturday, 19 December 2026 to Wednesday, 27 January 2027 (40 days).
When are the Summer Holidays school holidays in Victoria in 2026?
The Summer Holidays run from 19 Dec 2026 (Sat) to 27 Jan 2027 (Wed) (40 days inclusive).
When do schools reopen after Autumn Holidays in Victoria?
Schools reopen on 20 Apr 2026 (Mon) for the start of Term 2.
When does Term 1 start in Victoria 2026?
Term 1 runs from Wednesday, 28 January 2026 to Thursday, 2 April 2026 (65 days). Students start Wed 28 Jan in government schools (term gazetted from Tue 27 Jan).
When do schools reopen after Winter Holidays in Victoria?
Schools reopen on 13 Jul 2026 (Mon) for the start of Term 3.
When does the 2026 Victoria school year end?
Term 4 ends on Friday, 18 December 2026. Summer holidays follow until Term 1 the next year.
When do schools reopen after Spring Holidays in Victoria?
Schools reopen on 5 Oct 2026 (Mon) for the start of Term 4.
When does Term 1 start in Victoria in 2026?
Term 1 runs from 28 Jan 2026 (Wed) to 2 Apr 2026 (Thu).
When does Term 2 start in Victoria in 2026?
Term 2 runs from 20 Apr 2026 (Mon) to 26 Jun 2026 (Fri).
When does Term 3 start in Victoria in 2026?
Term 3 runs from 13 Jul 2026 (Mon) to 18 Sept 2026 (Fri).
When does Term 4 start in Victoria in 2026?
Term 4 runs from 5 Oct 2026 (Mon) to 18 Dec 2026 (Fri).
When does the 2026 school year start in Victoria?
The 2026 school year starts on 28 Jan 2026 (Wed).
When does school end in Victoria in 2026?
The 2026 school year ends on 18 Dec 2026 (Fri).
What is the next school holiday in Victoria?
The next school holiday is Summer Holidays, starting 19 Dec 2026 (Sat). See the Summer Holidays section (#summer-holidays-school-holidays) for full dates.
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Statistics
- School days
- 276
- Holiday days
- 89
- Terms
- 4
- Longest break
- 40d
- Shortest break
- 16d
- Avg break
- 22.3d
Summer Holidays
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School terms: Term 1, 28 Jan 2026 (Wed) – 2 Apr 2026 (Thu); Term 2, 20 Apr 2026 (Mon) – 26 Jun 2026 (Fri); Term 3, 13 Jul 2026 (Mon) – 18 Sept 2026 (Fri); Term 4, 5 Oct 2026 (Mon) – 18 Dec 2026 (Fri). School breaks: Autumn Holidays, 3 Apr 2026 (Fri) – 19 Apr 2026 (Sun); Winter Holidays, 27 Jun 2026 (Sat) – 12 Jul 2026 (Sun); Spring Holidays, 19 Sept 2026 (Sat) – 4 Oct 2026 (Sun); Summer Holidays, 19 Dec 2026 (Sat) – 27 Jan 2027 (Wed)
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