🗓 2026 QLD School Term Dates & Holidays – Plan Your Year Now

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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 QLD school holidays and term dates for 2026.

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In Queensland, Australia, the school term dates and holidays for 2026 are as follows:

QLD 2026 School Term Dates

Term Date in 2026
Term 1 Tuesday 27 January to Thursday 2 April
Term 2 Monday 20 April to Friday 26 June
Term 3 Saturday 19 September to Monday 5 October
Term 4 Tuesday 6 October to Friday 11 December

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QLD 2026 School Holiday Dates

Term Dates
Term 1 School Holidays Friday 3 April to Sunday 19 April
Term 2 School Holidays Saturday 27 June to Sunday 12 July
Term 3 School Holidays Monday 28 September to Friday 9 October
Term 4 School Holidays Saturday 12 December to Tuesday 26 January 2027

QLD 2026 Public Holiday Dates

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
Labour Day Monday 4 May
Royal Queensland Show (Brisbane only) Wednesday 12 August
King’s Birthday Monday 5 October
Christmas Day Friday 25 December
Boxing Day Saturday 26 December
Monday 28 December

Conclusion

With these QLD 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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FAQs

1. Do all Queensland schools follow the same term dates?

No, not all schools follow the same schedule. While state schools adhere to the Queensland Government's official calendar outlined above, independent and Catholic schools may have different term dates.

It's recommended to check directly with individual schools for their specific schedules to avoid confusion.

2. When should I start planning QCE study schedules around these dates?

  • Begin planning 3 months ahead - Use term break dates to schedule intensive revision periods and practice examsBook QCE tutoring early -
  • The best tutors fill up quickly, especially before Term 4 when final exams approach

3. How can I help my child make the most of Queensland school holidays?

  • Balance rest with learning - Short daily study sessions (20-30 minutes) during holidays prevent knowledge fade
  • Use breaks strategically - Holiday tutoring can help struggling students catch up or high achievers get ahead before the next term