Organizing family time during Norfolk school holidays has never been simpler. We can provide you with Norfolk school term dates, school vacations, and staff training days. Recall that individual schools may differ; for precise school contact information, check the Norfolk School Finder.
This page provides bank holidays for every half-term holiday in October, February, May, and June, as well as dates for the autumn, spring, and summer terms. May dates, teacher training days, school INSET days, and twilight training sessions.
Norfolk School Holidays 2025/2026
Autumn Term 2025
- Term Starts: Wednesday 3 September 2025
- Term Time: Wednesday 3 September – Friday 24 October 2025
- Half-Term Holiday: Monday 27 – Friday 31 October 2025
- Term Time: Monday 3 November – Friday 19 December 2025
- Christmas Holiday: Monday 22 December 2025 – Monday 5 January 2026
- School Returns: Tuesday 6 January 2026
Spring Term 2026
- Term Starts: Tuesday 6 January 2026
- Term Time: Tuesday 6 January – Friday 13 February 2026
- Half-Term Holiday: Monday 16 – Friday 20 February 2026
- Term Time: Monday 23 February – Friday 27 March 2026
- Easter Holiday: Monday 30 March – Monday 13 April 2026
- School Returns: Tuesday 14 April 2026
Summer Term 2026
- Term Starts: Tuesday 14 April 2026
- Term Time: Tuesday 14 April – Friday 22 May 2026
- Bank Holiday: Monday 4 May 2026 (school closed)
- Half-Term Holiday: Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026
- Term Time: Monday 1 June – Friday 17 July 2026
- Term Ends: Friday 17 July 2026
- Summer Holidays Begin: Saturday 18 July 2026
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Autumn Term 2026
- Term Starts: Thursday 3 September 2026
- Term Time: Thursday 3 September – Thursday 22 October 2026
- Half-Term Holiday: Friday 23 – Friday 30 October 2026
- Term Time: Monday 2 November – Friday 18 December 2026
- Christmas Holiday: Monday 21 December 2026 – Monday 4 January 2027
- School Returns: Tuesday 5 January 2027
Spring Term 2027
- Term Starts: Tuesday 5 January 2027
- Term Time: Tuesday 5 January – Friday 12 February 2027
- Half-Term Holiday: Monday 15 – Friday 19 February 2027
- Term Time: Monday 22 February – Thursday 25 March 2027
- Easter Holiday: Friday 26 March – Monday 12 April 2027
- School Returns: Tuesday 13 April 2027
Summer Term 2027
- Term Starts: Tuesday 13 April 2027
- Term Time: Tuesday 13 April – Friday 28 May 2027
- Bank Holiday: Monday 3 May 2027 (school closed)
- Half-Term Holiday: Monday 31 May – Friday 4 June 2027
- Term Time: Monday 7 June – Wednesday 21 July 2027
- Term Ends: Wednesday 21 July 2027
- Summer Holidays Begin: Thursday 22 July 2027
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Other School Holidays in Norfolk
| Holiday Period | 2025/2026 Dates | 2026/2027 Dates |
|---|---|---|
| October Half-Term | 27 – 31 October 2025 | 23 – 30 October 2026 |
| Christmas Holidays | 22 Dec 2025 – 5 Jan 2026 | 21 Dec 2026 – 4 Jan 2027 |
| February Half-Term | 16 – 20 February 2026 | 15 – 19 February 2027 |
| Easter Holidays | 30 March – 13 April 2026 | 26 March – 12 April 2027 |
| May Half-Term | 25 – 29 May 2026 | 31 May – 4 June 2027 |
| Summer Holidays | 18 July – 2 Sept 2026 | 22 July – 2 Sept 2027 |
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View UK Public HolidaysNorfolk Staff Training Days (INSET Days)
Schools in Norfolk typically use these dates for staff training, but individual schools may choose different days or use twilight training sessions instead.
Training Days 2026:
- Monday 5 January 2026
- Monday 13 April 2026
- Monday 20 July 2026
Training Days 2026/2027:
- Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Wednesday 2 September 2026
- Friday 23 October 2026
- Monday 4 January 2027
- Monday 12 April 2027
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FAQs
When do Norfolk schools go back after summer 2026?
Norfolk schools return for the autumn term on Thursday 3 September 2026.
Are bank holidays included in school holidays?
Yes, schools are closed on May bank holidays. In 2026, this is Monday 4 May; in 2027, it’s Monday 3 May.
Do all Norfolk schools use the same INSET days?
No. The council suggests dates, but each school chooses its own staff training days. Always verify with your school directly.
What are twilight training sessions?
Some schools use late afternoons (twilight hours) for staff training instead of taking full days off, meaning no disruption to regular school hours.
How can I find my school’s exact term dates?
Use the Norfolk School Finder tool on the Norfolk County Council website to get direct links to your school’s published calendar.
Useful Resources
For the most up-to-date information, please visit the Official council websites.