When do the schools break up for summer? School, bank holidays and UK term dates

Afer a string of bank holidays earlier this year, Brits now find themselves looking forward to the next set of school holidays.

With Easter break and May half term having been and gone, summer is on the horizon.

It can be tricky to plan a family getaway or get time off work around the school holidays - whether you plan to go abroad or take a short break in the UK.

So knowing when the upcoming school holidays are can help you plan.

Here’s everything you need to know about school holidays, bank holidays and UK term dates this year.

When are UK school term dates 2023?

Term dates vary by school, so it’s important to check your school’s website. However, below are some common dates.

Summer term starts on Monday, April 17.

The half-term holiday is for a week between Monday, May 29 and Friday, June 2.

This leaves only a few weeks of term until the Summer holidays on Friday, July 21.

Children start the new school year on Monday, September 4, 2023.

Half term falls on Monday, October 23 and Christmas holidays start on Monday, December 18.

When do schools break up for the summer?

Summer holidays begin on Monday, July 24 and last until Thursday, August 31.

When is October half term 2023?

October half term starts on Monday, October 23 and finishes on Friday, October 28.

When are the Christmas holidays 2023?

This year Christmas holidays start on Monday, December 18 and end on Monday, January 1, 2024.

When are the bank holidays in 2023?

England and Wales only have three bank holidays left in 2023. These are the dates to look forward to more time off:

• Monday, August 28 – Summer bank holiday

• Monday, December 25 – Christmas Day

• Tuesday, December 26 – Boxing Day