NSW School Term and Holidays dates for 2026
Whether you're a parent planning family getaways, a student keeping track of your schedule, or just someone who loves a good long weekend, we got you. We've sorted all the important dates into easy-to-read tables, so you can quickly find what you need and make the most of your year.
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📝 School Term Dates
| Term | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| Term 1 (Eastern) | Tuesday 27 January to Thursday 2 April |
| Term 1 (Western) | Tuesday 3 February to Thursday 2 April |
| Term 2 | Monday 20 April to Friday 3 July |
| Term 3 | Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September |
| Term 4 | Monday 12 October to Thursday 17 December |
🌊 School Holidays
| Term | Dates |
|---|---|
| Term 1 School Holidays | Tuesday 7 April to Friday 17 April |
| Term 2 School Holidays | Monday 6 July to Friday 17 July |
| Term 3 School Holidays | Monday 28 September to Friday 9 October |
| Term 4 School Holidays (Eastern) | Friday 18 December to Wednesday 27 January 2027 |
| Term 4 School Holidays (Western) | Friday 18 December to Wednesday 3 February 2027 |
🏝 NSW Public Holidays
| Holiday | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thursday 1 January |
| Australia Day | Monday 26 January |
| 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 |
| King's Birthday | Monday 8 June |
| Bank Holiday | Monday 3 August |
| Labour Day | Monday 5 October |
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December |
| Boxing Day | Saturday 26 December |
Saving
| Day | 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 |
What are you waiting for? Go mark your calendars and plan for a fabulous 2026!
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