There are 6 main North Yorkshire School Holidays during the academic year, covering the autumn, spring, and summer terms. With information from North Yorkshire Council, you can also use the download PDF, term dates calendar, and school holiday planner to organise the year with confidence.
North Yorkshire School Holidays 2026/2027
Here are the North Yorkshire School Holidays and term dates:
- Autumn term starts: Monday 7 September 2026
- Professional development training day: Friday 23 October 2026
- Half term holiday: Monday 26 October 2026 to Friday 30 October 2026
- Christmas holiday: Monday 21 December 2026 to Friday 1 January 2027
- Spring term starts: Monday 4 January 2027
- Professional development training day: Monday 4 January 2027
- Half term holiday: Monday 8 February 2027 to Friday 12 February 2027
- Easter holiday: Monday 22 March 2027 to Friday 2 April 2027
- Summer term starts: Monday 5 April 2027
- Bank holiday: Monday 3 May 2027
- Bank holiday: Monday 31 May 2027
- Half term holiday: Tuesday 1 June 2027 to Friday 4 June 2027
- Professional development training day: Monday 26 July 2027
- Term ends: Monday 26 July 2027
North Yorkshire School Holidays 2027/2028
Here are the North Yorkshire School Holidays and term dates:
- Autumn term starts: Monday 6 September 2027
- Professional development training day: Monday 6 September 2027
- Half term holiday: Monday 25 October 2027 to Friday 29 October 2027
- Christmas holiday: Monday 20 December 2027 to Monday 3 January 2028
- Spring term starts: Tuesday 4 January 2028
- Professional development training day: Tuesday 4 January 2028
- Half term holiday: Monday 21 February 2028 to Friday 25 February 2028
- Easter holiday: Monday 10 April 2028 to Friday 21 April 2028
- Bank holiday: Monday 1 May 2028
- Summer term starts: Monday 2 May 2028
- Bank holiday: Monday 29 May 2028
- Half term holiday: Tuesday 30 May 2028 to Friday 2 June 2028
- Professional development training day: Tuesday 25 July 2028
- Term ends: Tuesday 25 July 2028
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School Types & Different Term Dates
| School Type | Who Sets Dates? |
|---|---|
| Community & Voluntary Controlled Schools | North Yorkshire Council |
| Voluntary Aided Schools | Governing Body |
| Foundation Schools | Governing Body |
| Academy Schools | Academy Trust |
| Free Schools | Academy Trust |
Download Term Dates PDF
For easy planning, the full term dates for both academic years are available as printable PDFs:
- 📄 2026-2027 Academic Calendar (PDF / 275 KB)
- 📄 2027-2028 Academic Calendar (PDF / 140 KB)
Planning for the North Yorkshire School Holidays and term dates is essential for family holidays and childcare arrangements. Remember that inset days may vary by school, so always confirm directly with your child’s school.
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FAQs
How many school holidays are there in North Yorkshire?
There are five main holiday periods per academic year—October half-term, Christmas, February half-term, Easter, and May half-term—plus the six-week summer break.
Do all North Yorkshire schools follow the same term dates?
No. While community and voluntary controlled schools follow the council calendar, academies and voluntary aided schools can set their own dates. Always check with your school.
What are inset days and when do they happen?
Inset days are teacher training days when students don’t attend school. North Yorkshire sets three inset days per year, with schools choosing the other two.
Is the May bank holiday a day off school?
Yes, schools are closed on the May bank holidays.
Where can I download the term dates?
PDF downloads are available directly from North Yorkshire Council for both academic years—see links above.
Useful Resources
For the most up-to-date information, please visit the Official council website.