Spring Term
–
38 days
Northern Ireland School Holidays 2027
Northern Ireland school holidays in 2027 follow the usual UK pattern of half-terms, Easter and a long summer break. Dates can differ from other UK nations.
Source: Education Authority Northern IrelandLast verified
Next Northern Ireland school holiday
104 days away
The first school holiday in 2027 is February Half-Term, from 11 Feb 2027 to 12 Feb 2027 — 104 days away. Schools reopen on .
2027 school holiday dates
| Holiday | Start | End | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| February Half-Term | Start | End | Duration2 days |
| Easter Holidays | Start | End | Duration9 days |
| Summer Holidays | Start | End | Duration62 days |
| October Half-Term | Start | End | Duration2 days |
| Christmas Holidays | Start | End | Duration13 days |
2027 school term dates
Spring Term
–
40 days
Summer Term
–
89 days
Autumn Term
–
57 days
Autumn Term
–
51 days
School holiday periods
February Half-Term school holidays 2027
February Half-Term runs from 11 Feb 2027 (Thu) – 12 Feb 2027 (Fri) (2 days inclusive). The February Half-Term end on 12 Feb 2027 (Fri). Spring Term begins and schools reopen on 13 Feb 2027 (Sat).
Easter Holidays school holidays 2027
Easter Holidays runs from 25 Mar 2027 (Thu) – 2 Apr 2027 (Fri) (9 days inclusive). The Easter Holidays end on 2 Apr 2027 (Fri). Summer Term begins and schools reopen on 3 Apr 2027 (Sat).
Summer Holidays school holidays 2027
Summer Holidays runs from 1 Jul 2027 (Thu) – 31 Aug 2027 (Tue) (62 days inclusive). The Summer Holidays end on 31 Aug 2027 (Tue). Autumn Term begins and schools reopen on 1 Sept 2027 (Wed).
October Half-Term school holidays 2027
October Half-Term runs from 28 Oct 2027 (Thu) – 29 Oct 2027 (Fri) (2 days inclusive). The October Half-Term end on 29 Oct 2027 (Fri). Autumn Term begins and schools reopen on 30 Oct 2027 (Sat).
Christmas Holidays school holidays 2027
Christmas Holidays runs from 20 Dec 2027 (Mon) – 1 Jan 2028 (Sat) (13 days inclusive).
Northern Ireland school start and reopening dates in 2027
- School year starts
- After the February Half-Term
- Schools reopen (Spring Term begins)
- After the Easter Holidays
- Schools reopen (Summer Term begins)
- After the Summer Holidays
- Schools reopen (Autumn Term begins)
- After the October Half-Term
- Schools reopen (Autumn Term begins)
- School year ends
FAQ
When are the February Half-Term school holidays in Northern Ireland in 2027?
The February Half-Term run from 11 Feb 2027 (Thu) to 12 Feb 2027 (Fri) (2 days inclusive).
When is February Half-Term in Northern Ireland 2027?
February Half-Term runs from 11 February 2027 to 12 February 2027 (2 days) on the reference calendar used here. Confirm with your local authority or school before booking travel.
When are the Easter Holidays school holidays in Northern Ireland in 2027?
The Easter Holidays run from 25 Mar 2027 (Thu) to 2 Apr 2027 (Fri) (9 days inclusive).
When is Easter Holidays in Northern Ireland 2027?
Easter Holidays runs from 25 March 2027 to 2 April 2027 (9 days) on the reference calendar used here. Confirm with your local authority or school before booking travel.
When are the Summer Holidays school holidays in Northern Ireland in 2027?
The Summer Holidays run from 1 Jul 2027 (Thu) to 31 Aug 2027 (Tue) (62 days inclusive).
When is Summer Holidays in Northern Ireland 2027?
Summer Holidays runs from 1 July 2027 to 31 August 2027 (62 days) on the reference calendar used here. Confirm with your local authority or school before booking travel.
When are the October Half-Term school holidays in Northern Ireland in 2027?
The October Half-Term run from 28 Oct 2027 (Thu) to 29 Oct 2027 (Fri) (2 days inclusive).
When is October Half-Term in Northern Ireland 2027?
October Half-Term runs from 28 October 2027 to 29 October 2027 (2 days) on the reference calendar used here. Confirm with your local authority or school before booking travel.
When are the Christmas Holidays school holidays in Northern Ireland in 2027?
The Christmas Holidays run from 20 Dec 2027 (Mon) to 1 Jan 2028 (Sat) (13 days inclusive).
When is Christmas Holidays in Northern Ireland 2027?
Christmas Holidays runs from 20 December 2027 to 1 January 2028 (13 days) on the reference calendar used here. Confirm with your local authority or school before booking travel.
When do schools reopen after February Half-Term in Northern Ireland?
Schools reopen on 13 Feb 2027 (Sat) for the start of Spring Term.
When do schools reopen after Easter Holidays in Northern Ireland?
Schools reopen on 3 Apr 2027 (Sat) for the start of Summer Term.
When do schools reopen after Summer Holidays in Northern Ireland?
Schools reopen on 1 Sept 2027 (Wed) for the start of Autumn Term.
When do schools reopen after October Half-Term in Northern Ireland?
Schools reopen on 30 Oct 2027 (Sat) for the start of Autumn Term.
When does Spring Term start in Northern Ireland in 2027?
Spring Term runs from 4 Jan 2027 (Mon) to 10 Feb 2027 (Wed).
When does Spring Term start in Northern Ireland in 2027?
Spring Term runs from 13 Feb 2027 (Sat) to 24 Mar 2027 (Wed).
When does Summer Term start in Northern Ireland in 2027?
Summer Term runs from 3 Apr 2027 (Sat) to 30 Jun 2027 (Wed).
When does Autumn Term start in Northern Ireland in 2027?
Autumn Term runs from 1 Sept 2027 (Wed) to 27 Oct 2027 (Wed).
When does Autumn Term start in Northern Ireland in 2027?
Autumn Term runs from 30 Oct 2027 (Sat) to 19 Dec 2027 (Sun).
When does the 2027 school year start in Northern Ireland?
The 2027 school year starts on 4 Jan 2027 (Mon).
When does school end in Northern Ireland in 2027?
The 2027 school year ends on 19 Dec 2027 (Sun).
What is the next school holiday in Northern Ireland?
The next school holiday is February Half-Term, starting 11 Feb 2027 (Thu). See the February Half-Term section (#february-half-term-school-holidays) for full dates.
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- School days
- 275
- Holiday days
- 88
- Terms
- 5
- Longest break
- 62d
- Shortest break
- 2d
- Avg break
- 17.6d
Summer Holidays
February Half-Term
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School terms: Spring Term, 4 Jan 2027 (Mon) – 10 Feb 2027 (Wed); Spring Term, 13 Feb 2027 (Sat) – 24 Mar 2027 (Wed); Summer Term, 3 Apr 2027 (Sat) – 30 Jun 2027 (Wed); Autumn Term, 1 Sept 2027 (Wed) – 27 Oct 2027 (Wed); Autumn Term, 30 Oct 2027 (Sat) – 19 Dec 2027 (Sun). School breaks: February Half-Term, 11 Feb 2027 (Thu) – 12 Feb 2027 (Fri); Easter Holidays, 25 Mar 2027 (Thu) – 2 Apr 2027 (Fri); Summer Holidays, 1 Jul 2027 (Thu) – 31 Aug 2027 (Tue); October Half-Term, 28 Oct 2027 (Thu) – 29 Oct 2027 (Fri); Christmas Holidays, 20 Dec 2027 (Mon) – 1 Jan 2028 (Sat)
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