🗓 2025 NSW School Term Dates & Holidays – Plan Your Year Now
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 NSW school holidays and term dates for 2025.
Table Of Contents:
- NSW 2025 School Holiday Dates
- NSW 2025 School Term Dates
- NSW 2025 Public Holiday Dates
- Daylight Saving Time 2025
- 2025 iCal Calendar
- Conclusion
In New South Wales (NSW), Australia, the school holidays for 2025 are scheduled as follows:
NSW 2025 School Holiday Dates
Eastern Division:
| Holiday | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Holidays | Monday, 14 April to Thursday, 24 April 2025 |
| Winter Holidays | Monday, 7 July to Friday, 18 July 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | Monday, 29 September to Friday, 10 October 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | Monday, 22 December 2025 to Monday, 26 January 2026 |
Western Division:
| Holiday | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Holidays | Monday, 14 April to Thursday, 24 April 2025 |
| Winter Holidays | Monday, 7 July to Friday, 18 July 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | Monday, 29 September to Friday, 10 October 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | Monday, 22 December 2025 to Monday, 2 February 2026 |
Please note that the Autumn holidays conclude on Thursday, 24 April 2025, followed by ANZAC Day on Friday, 25 April 2025, which is a public holiday. Therefore, students will return to school on Monday, 28 April 2025.
NSW 2025 School Term Dates
Eastern Division:
| Term | Dates |
|---|---|
| Term 1 | Thursday, 6 February to Friday, 11 April |
| Term 2 | Wednesday, 30 April to Friday, 4 July |
| Term 3 | Tuesday, 22 July to Friday, 26 September |
| Term 4 | Tuesday, 14 October to Friday, 19 December |
Western Division:
| Term | Dates |
|---|---|
| Term 1 | Thursday, 13 February to Friday, 11 April |
| Term 2 | Wednesday, 30 April to Friday, 4 July |
| Term 3 | Tuesday, 22 July to Friday, 26 September |
| Term 4 | Tuesday, 14 October to Friday, 19 December |
These dates are based on the NSW Department of Education's official calendar. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it's recommended to consult the official NSW Department of Education website or contact your local school directly.
NSW 2025 Public Holiday Dates
| New Year’s Day | 1st Jan (Mon), 2025 |
| Australia Day | 27th Jan (Mon), 2025 |
| Good Friday | 18th April (Fri), 2025 |
| Easter Saturday | 19th April (Sat), 2025 |
| Easter Sunday | 20th April (Sun), 2025 |
| Easter Monday | 21st April (Mon), 2025 |
| ANZAC Day | 25th April (Fri), 2025 |
| Labour Day | 5th May (Mon), 2025 |
| Ekka Wednesday | 13th Aug (Wed), 2025 |
| King’s Birthday | 6th Oct (Mon), 2025 |
| Christmas Day | 25th Dec (Thu), 2025 |
| Boxing Day | 26th Dec (Fri), 2025 |
Daylight Saving Time 2025
| 31st March (Sun), 1:00 a.m. | Turn clock forward by 1 hour |
| 6th April (Sun), 3:00 a.m. | Turn clock backward by 1 hour |
2025 iCal Calendar
Here is a 2025 iCal calendar file (ICS 52KB) that contains the key 2025 school dates. You can add it to calendar apps like Outlook, Google and others.
The calendar file includes dates for:
- school development days *
- first day of term for students
- dates for term start and end
- Australian public holidays.
* The 2025 iCal calendar file is made by dates published on the Department of NSW Education website. Always check with your local school as dates may change.
- 2025 calendar - Eastern division (PDF 159 KB)
- 2025 calendar - Western division (PDF 161 KB)
- 2025 planner (A3) (PDF 531 KB)
- 2025 planner (A4) (PDF 582 KB)
- 2025 calendar CSV (CSV 6 KB)
- 2025 iCal (ICS 52 KB)
Conclusion
With these NSW 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 2025!
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FAQs
1. What's the difference between NSW Eastern and Western division school dates?
- Western division starts one week later - Term 1 begins February 13th (vs February 6th for Eastern) to accommodate rural communities
- Summer holidays are longer in Western division - Western students get an extra week off, returning February 2nd instead of January 26th
2. Should I book HSC tutoring around these NSW term dates?
- Book before Term 4 starts - October to December is crunch time for Year 12 students, so secure your tutor by September
- Use holiday periods strategically - Intensive tutoring during breaks helps students consolidate knowledge before major assessment periods
3. How can I help my child stay motivated during long NSW school terms?
- Break terms into smaller goals - NSW has some of the longest school terms in Australia, so set 3-4 week milestone targets
- Plan regular check-ins with tutoring support - Consistent academic guidance prevents students from falling behind during extended learning periods