KIS Summary:
- Term 1 starts Jan 30 (New Students) or Feb 2 (Returning Students, Term 4 ends Dec 18.
- Easter holidays (Apr 3-20), winter holidays (Jul 4-Jul 20), spring holidays (Sep 26-Oct 12), and summer holidays (Dec 19-Jan 31 2027).
- Get these dates in your calendar now to book family trips during school holidays and avoid last-minute scheduling conflicts.
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We believe that planning ahead is the key to a successful year! That is why we want to make it as easy for you as possible to stay on top of ACT school holidays and term dates for 2026.
Below, you'll find a breakdown of all the most important dates to set you up for 2026 school success!
Table Of Contents:
- ACT 2026 School Term Dates
- ACT 2026 School Holiday Dates
- ACT 2026 Public Holiday Dates
- ACT Daylight Savings Time 2026
- Conclusion On ACT's 2026 School Term Dates & Holidays
- FAQs About ACT's 2026 School Term Dates & Holidays
In Canberra, Australia, the school term dates and holidays for 2026 are as follows:
ACT 2026 School Term Dates
| Term | Date in 2026 |
| Term 1 | Friday 30 January (for new students) or Monday 2 February (for continuing students) to Thursday 2 April. |
| Term 2 | Tuesday 21 April to Friday 3 July |
| Term 3 | Tuesday 21 July to Friday 25 September |
| Term 4 | Tuesday 13 October to Friday 18 December |
ACT 2026 School Holiday Dates
| School Term | Dates |
|---|---|
| Term 1 School Holidays | Friday 3 April to Monday 20 April |
| Term 2 School Holidays | Saturday 4 July to Monday 20 July |
| Term 3 School Holidays | Saturday 26 September to Monday 12 October |
| Term 4 School Holidays | Saturday 19 December to 31 January 2027 |
ACT 2026 Public Holiday Dates
| Holiday | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thursday 1 January |
| Australia Day | Monday 26 January |
| Canberra Day | Monday 9 March |
| Good Friday | Friday 3 April |
| Saturday before Easter Sunday | Saturday 4 April |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday 5 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday 6 April |
| ANZAC Day | Saturday 25 April |
| Reconciliation Day | Monday 1 June |
| King’s Birthday | Monday 8 June |
| Labour Day | Monday 5 October |
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December |
| Boxing Day | Saturday 26 December Monday 28 December |
ACT Daylight Savings Time 2026
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 2 am AEST | Turn clock forward by an hour |
| Sunday, April 5, 2027, at 3 am AEDT. | Turn clock backward by an hour |
Conclusion On ACT's 2026 School Term Dates & Holidays
With these ACT school dates locked in your calendar, you're already ahead of most parents. But having the dates is just the first step – what matters most is how you use this time strategically.
Now grab your calendar, mark those dates, and get ready for a fantastic 2026!
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Manoj Arachige
FAQs About ACT's 2026 School Term Dates & Holidays
1.What are the dates for ACT school holidays in 2026?
Here is a detailed breakdown of the 2026 Canberra school holidays:
- Autumn holidays: Friday, 3 April – Monday, 20 April
- Winter holidays: Saturday, 4 July – Monday, 20 July
- Spring holidays: Saturday, 26 September – Monday, 12 October
- Summer holidays: Saturday, 19 December – Sunday, 31 January 2027
2.What are the term dates for ACT schools in 2026?
Here is a detailed breakdown of the 2026 Canberra school term dates:
- Term 1: Friday, 30 January (for new students) or Monday, 2 February (for continuing students) - Thursday, 2 April 2026
- Term 2: Tuesday, 21 April - Friday, 3 July 2026
- Term 3: Tuesday, 21 July - Friday, 25 September 2026
- Term 4: Tuesday, 13 October - Friday, 18 December 2026
3. When do ACT students start school in 2026?
New students start on Friday 30 January 2026, while continuing students begin Term 1 on Monday 2 February 2026. This gives new students a few extra days to settle in before the full cohort returns.
4. When should I start planning AST study schedules around these dates?
- Begin planning 3 months ahead - Use term break dates to schedule intensive revision periods and practice exams
- Book ACT tutoring early as The best tutors fill up quickly, especially before Term 4 when final exams approach
5.How many public holidays are there in the ACT?
Here are the 13 Canberra public holidays for 2026:
- New Year's Day - Thursday, 1 Jan
- Australia Day - Monday, 26 Jan
- Canberra Day - Monday, 9 Mar
- Good Friday - Friday, 3 Apr
- Easter Saturday - 4 Apr
- Easter Sunday - 5 Apr
- Easter Monday - 6 Apr
- Anzac Day - Saturday, 25 Apr
- Reconciliation Day - Monday, 1 Jun
- King's Birthday - Monday, 8 Jun
- Christmas Day - Friday, 25 Dec
- Labour Day - Monday, 5 Oct
- Boxing Day - Saturday, 26 Dec