Spring Term
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41 days
Scotland School Holidays 2027: Term Dates
Scotland 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: Scottish Government / local councilsLast verified
Next Scotland school holiday
108 days away
The first school holiday in 2027 is February Holidays, from 15 Feb 2027 to 16 Feb 2027 — 108 days away. Schools reopen on .
2027 school holiday dates
| Holiday | Start | End | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| February Holidays | Start | End | Duration2 days |
| Easter Holidays | Start | End | Duration15 days |
| May Holidays | Start | End | Duration6 days |
| Summer Holidays | Start | End | Duration51 days |
| October Holidays | Start | End | Duration12 days |
| Christmas Holidays | Start | End | Duration16 days |
2027 school term dates
Spring Term
–
37 days
Summer Term
–
47 days
Summer Term
–
24 days
Autumn Term
–
56 days
Autumn Term
–
58 days
School holiday periods
February Holidays school holidays 2027
February Holidays runs from 15 Feb 2027 (Mon) – 16 Feb 2027 (Tue) (2 days inclusive). The February Holidays end on 16 Feb 2027 (Tue). Spring Term begins and schools reopen on 17 Feb 2027 (Wed).
Easter Holidays school holidays 2027
Easter Holidays runs from 26 Mar 2027 (Fri) – 9 Apr 2027 (Fri) (15 days inclusive). The Easter Holidays end on 9 Apr 2027 (Fri). Summer Term begins and schools reopen on 10 Apr 2027 (Sat).
May Holidays school holidays 2027
May Holidays runs from 27 May 2027 (Thu) – 1 Jun 2027 (Tue) (6 days inclusive). The May Holidays end on 1 Jun 2027 (Tue). Summer Term begins and schools reopen on 2 Jun 2027 (Wed).
Summer Holidays school holidays 2027
Summer Holidays runs from 26 Jun 2027 (Sat) – 15 Aug 2027 (Sun) (51 days inclusive). The Summer Holidays end on 15 Aug 2027 (Sun). Autumn Term begins and schools reopen on 16 Aug 2027 (Mon).
October Holidays school holidays 2027
October Holidays runs from 11 Oct 2027 (Mon) – 22 Oct 2027 (Fri) (12 days inclusive). The October Holidays end on 22 Oct 2027 (Fri). Autumn Term begins and schools reopen on 23 Oct 2027 (Sat).
Christmas Holidays school holidays 2027
Christmas Holidays runs from 20 Dec 2027 (Mon) – 4 Jan 2028 (Tue) (16 days inclusive).
Scotland school start and reopening dates in 2027
- School year starts
- After the February Holidays
- Schools reopen (Spring Term begins)
- After the Easter Holidays
- Schools reopen (Summer Term begins)
- After the May Holidays
- Schools reopen (Summer Term begins)
- After the Summer Holidays
- Schools reopen (Autumn Term begins)
- After the October Holidays
- Schools reopen (Autumn Term begins)
- School year ends
FAQ
When are the February Holidays school holidays in Scotland in 2027?
The February Holidays run from 15 Feb 2027 (Mon) to 16 Feb 2027 (Tue) (2 days inclusive).
When is February Holidays in Scotland 2027?
February Holidays runs from 15 February 2027 to 16 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 Scotland in 2027?
The Easter Holidays run from 26 Mar 2027 (Fri) to 9 Apr 2027 (Fri) (15 days inclusive).
When is Easter Holidays in Scotland 2027?
Easter Holidays runs from 26 March 2027 to 9 April 2027 (15 days) on the reference calendar used here. Confirm with your local authority or school before booking travel.
When are the May Holidays school holidays in Scotland in 2027?
The May Holidays run from 27 May 2027 (Thu) to 1 Jun 2027 (Tue) (6 days inclusive).
When is May Holidays in Scotland 2027?
May Holidays runs from 27 May 2027 to 1 June 2027 (6 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 Scotland in 2027?
The Summer Holidays run from 26 Jun 2027 (Sat) to 15 Aug 2027 (Sun) (51 days inclusive).
When is Summer Holidays in Scotland 2027?
Summer Holidays runs from 26 June 2027 to 15 August 2027 (51 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 2027?
The October Holidays run from 11 Oct 2027 (Mon) to 22 Oct 2027 (Fri) (12 days inclusive).
When is October Holidays in Scotland 2027?
October Holidays runs from 11 October 2027 to 22 October 2027 (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 2027?
The Christmas Holidays run from 20 Dec 2027 (Mon) to 4 Jan 2028 (Tue) (16 days inclusive).
When is Christmas Holidays in Scotland 2027?
Christmas Holidays runs from 20 December 2027 to 4 January 2028 (16 days) on the reference calendar used here. Confirm with your local authority or school before booking travel.
When do schools reopen after February Holidays in Scotland?
Schools reopen on 17 Feb 2027 (Wed) for the start of Spring Term.
When do schools reopen after Easter Holidays in Scotland?
Schools reopen on 10 Apr 2027 (Sat) for the start of Summer Term.
When do schools reopen after May Holidays in Scotland?
Schools reopen on 2 Jun 2027 (Wed) for the start of Summer Term.
When do schools reopen after Summer Holidays in Scotland?
Schools reopen on 16 Aug 2027 (Mon) for the start of Autumn Term.
When do schools reopen after October Holidays in Scotland?
Schools reopen on 23 Oct 2027 (Sat) for the start of Autumn Term.
When does Spring Term start in Scotland in 2027?
Spring Term runs from 5 Jan 2027 (Tue) to 14 Feb 2027 (Sun).
When does Spring Term start in Scotland in 2027?
Spring Term runs from 17 Feb 2027 (Wed) to 25 Mar 2027 (Thu).
When does Summer Term start in Scotland in 2027?
Summer Term runs from 10 Apr 2027 (Sat) to 26 May 2027 (Wed).
When does Summer Term start in Scotland in 2027?
Summer Term runs from 2 Jun 2027 (Wed) to 25 Jun 2027 (Fri).
When does Autumn Term start in Scotland in 2027?
Autumn Term runs from 16 Aug 2027 (Mon) to 10 Oct 2027 (Sun).
When does Autumn Term start in Scotland in 2027?
Autumn Term runs from 23 Oct 2027 (Sat) to 19 Dec 2027 (Sun).
When does the 2027 school year start in Scotland?
The 2027 school year starts on 5 Jan 2027 (Tue).
When does school end in Scotland in 2027?
The 2027 school year ends on 19 Dec 2027 (Sun).
What is the next school holiday in Scotland?
The next school holiday is February Holidays, starting 15 Feb 2027 (Mon). See the February Holidays section (#february-holidays-school-holidays) for full dates.
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Statistics
- School days
- 263
- Holiday days
- 102
- Terms
- 6
- Longest break
- 51d
- Shortest break
- 2d
- Avg break
- 17d
Summer Holidays
February Holidays
Timeline
Sky bars show school terms, and amber bars show school breaks across 2027.
School terms: Spring Term, 5 Jan 2027 (Tue) – 14 Feb 2027 (Sun); Spring Term, 17 Feb 2027 (Wed) – 25 Mar 2027 (Thu); Summer Term, 10 Apr 2027 (Sat) – 26 May 2027 (Wed); Summer Term, 2 Jun 2027 (Wed) – 25 Jun 2027 (Fri); Autumn Term, 16 Aug 2027 (Mon) – 10 Oct 2027 (Sun); Autumn Term, 23 Oct 2027 (Sat) – 19 Dec 2027 (Sun). School breaks: February Holidays, 15 Feb 2027 (Mon) – 16 Feb 2027 (Tue); Easter Holidays, 26 Mar 2027 (Fri) – 9 Apr 2027 (Fri); May Holidays, 27 May 2027 (Thu) – 1 Jun 2027 (Tue); Summer Holidays, 26 Jun 2027 (Sat) – 15 Aug 2027 (Sun); October Holidays, 11 Oct 2027 (Mon) – 22 Oct 2027 (Fri); Christmas Holidays, 20 Dec 2027 (Mon) – 4 Jan 2028 (Tue)
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