Autumn Term
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58 days
Scotland School Holidays 2026: Term Dates
Scotland school holidays in 2026 include summer, October half-term and Christmas break. Local authorities and schools may add INSET days — confirm locally.
Source: Scottish Government / local councilsLast verified
Next Scotland school holiday
52 days away
The next 2026 school holiday is Christmas Holidays, from 21 Dec 2026 to 4 Jan 2027 — 52 days away.
2026 school holiday dates
| Holiday | Start | End | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Holidays | Start | End | Duration47 days |
| October Holidays | Start | End | Duration12 days |
| Christmas Holidays | Start | End | Duration15 days |
2026 school term dates
Term 2
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58 days
School holiday periods
Summer Holidays school holidays 2026
Summer Holidays runs from 29 Jun 2026 (Mon) – 14 Aug 2026 (Fri) (47 days inclusive). The Summer Holidays end on 14 Aug 2026 (Fri). Autumn Term begins and schools reopen on 15 Aug 2026 (Sat).
October Holidays school holidays 2026
October Holidays runs from 12 Oct 2026 (Mon) – 23 Oct 2026 (Fri) (12 days inclusive). The October Holidays end on 23 Oct 2026 (Fri). Term 2 begins and schools reopen on 24 Oct 2026 (Sat).
Christmas Holidays school holidays 2026
Christmas Holidays runs from 21 Dec 2026 (Mon) – 4 Jan 2027 (Mon) (15 days inclusive).
Scotland school start and reopening dates in 2026
- School year starts
- After the Summer Holidays
- Schools reopen (Autumn Term begins)
- After the October Holidays
- Schools reopen (Term 2 begins)
- School year ends
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Great for 4-5 days
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Japan
Great for 7-9 days
Tokyo is a good fit for this 15-day break because a 7-9 day trip fits within the available dates and it offers theme parks and city sights.
- Theme parks
- City
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Great for 3-4 days
Singapore is a good fit for this 15-day break because a 3-4 day trip fits within the available dates and it offers city sights and food.
- City
- Food
- Family
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FAQ
When are the Summer Holidays school holidays in Scotland in 2026?
The Summer Holidays run from 29 Jun 2026 (Mon) to 14 Aug 2026 (Fri) (47 days inclusive).
When is Summer Holidays in Scotland 2026?
Summer Holidays runs from 29 June 2026 to 14 August 2026 (47 days) on the reference calendar used here. Confirm with your local authority or school before booking travel.
When are the October Holidays school holidays in Scotland in 2026?
The October Holidays run from 12 Oct 2026 (Mon) to 23 Oct 2026 (Fri) (12 days inclusive).
When is October Holidays in Scotland 2026?
October Holidays runs from 12 October 2026 to 23 October 2026 (12 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 Scotland in 2026?
The Christmas Holidays run from 21 Dec 2026 (Mon) to 4 Jan 2027 (Mon) (15 days inclusive).
When is Christmas Holidays in Scotland 2026?
Christmas Holidays runs from 21 December 2026 to 4 January 2027 (15 days) on the reference calendar used here. Confirm with your local authority or school before booking travel.
When do schools reopen after Summer Holidays in Scotland?
Schools reopen on 15 Aug 2026 (Sat) for the start of Autumn Term.
When does the autumn term start in Scotland 2026?
Autumn term usually begins in early September after the summer holidays. See the year calendar table for the exact reference start date used here.
When do schools reopen after October Holidays in Scotland?
Schools reopen on 24 Oct 2026 (Sat) for the start of Term 2.
When does the 2026 Scotland school year end for summer?
Summer holidays begin after the final summer term ends — typically mid to late July in England and Wales, and often earlier in Scotland. Check the year calendar for the reference end date.
When does Autumn Term start in Scotland in 2026?
Autumn Term runs from 15 Aug 2026 (Sat) to 11 Oct 2026 (Sun).
When does Term 2 start in Scotland in 2026?
Term 2 runs from 24 Oct 2026 (Sat) to 20 Dec 2026 (Sun).
When does the 2026 school year start in Scotland?
The 2026 school year starts on 15 Aug 2026 (Sat).
When does school end in Scotland in 2026?
The 2026 school year ends on 20 Dec 2026 (Sun).
What is the next school holiday in Scotland?
The next school holiday is Christmas Holidays, starting 21 Dec 2026 (Mon). See the Christmas Holidays section (#christmas-holidays-school-holidays) for full dates.
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Statistics
- School days
- 116
- Holiday days
- 74
- Terms
- 2
- Longest break
- 47d
- Shortest break
- 12d
- Avg break
- 24.7d
Summer Holidays
October Holidays
Timeline
Sky bars show school terms, and amber bars show school breaks across 2026.
School terms: Autumn Term, 15 Aug 2026 (Sat) – 11 Oct 2026 (Sun); Term 2, 24 Oct 2026 (Sat) – 20 Dec 2026 (Sun). School breaks: Summer Holidays, 29 Jun 2026 (Mon) – 14 Aug 2026 (Fri); October Holidays, 12 Oct 2026 (Mon) – 23 Oct 2026 (Fri); Christmas Holidays, 21 Dec 2026 (Mon) – 4 Jan 2027 (Mon)
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