There are 6 main Oldham School Holidays during the academic year, covering breaks across the Autumn term, Spring term, and Summer term. This page on Oldham School Holidays provides clear School term dates for Half term, Christmas holidays, and Easter holidays, alongside key Bank Holiday dates and Pupil holidays to help families plan.
Parents need to be aware that schools may add INSET days (teacher training days) to the term schedule, so always check your child’s specific school for final school closure dates.
Oldham School Holidays 2026/2027
The academic year 2026/27 features 195 school days before individual schools apply their INSET days to reach the mandatory 190 pupil days. Here are the complete Oldham School Holidays and term dates.
Autumn Term 2026
| Opening date | Closing date | Days in school |
|---|---|---|
| 1 September 2026 | 23 October 2026 | 39 |
| 2 November 2026 | 18 December 2026 | 35 |
Holidays:
- Half term: 24 October 2026 – 1 November 2026
- Christmas holidays: 19 December 2026 – 3 January 2027
Spring Term 2027
| Opening date | Closing date | Days in school |
|---|---|---|
| 4 January 2027 | 12 February 2027 | 30 |
| 22 February 2027 | 25 March 2027 | 24 |
Holidays:
- Half term: 13 February 2027 – 21 February 2027
- Easter holidays: 26 March 2027 – 11 April 2027
Summer Term 2027
| Opening date | Closing date | Days in school |
|---|---|---|
| 12 April 2027 | 28 May 2027 | 34 |
| 7 June 2027 | 21 July 2027 | 33 |
Holidays:
- Bank holiday: 3 May 2027
- Half term: 29 May 2027 – 6 June 2027
- Summer holidays begin: 22 July 2027
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Oldham School Holidays 2027/2028
The academic year 27/28 continues with the same school day structure. Here are all the Oldham School Holidays and term dates for this period.
Autumn Term 2027
| Opening date | Closing date | Days in school |
|---|---|---|
| 1 September 2027 | 22 October 2027 | 38 |
| 1 November 2027 | 17 December 2027 | 35 |
Holidays:
- Half term: 23 October 2027 – 31 October 2027
- Christmas holidays: 18 December 2027 – 3 January 2028
Spring Term 2028
| Opening date | Closing date | Days in school |
|---|---|---|
| 4 January 2028 | 18 February 2028 | 34 |
| 28 February 2028 | 7 April 2028 | 30 |
Holidays:
- Half term: 19 February 2028 – 27 February 2028
- Easter holidays: 8 April 2027 – 23 April 2028
Summer Term 2028
| Opening date | Closing date | Days in school |
|---|---|---|
| 24 April 2028 | 26 May 2028 | 24 |
| 5 June 2028 | 20 July 2028 | 34 |
Holidays:
- Bank holiday: 1 May 2028
- Half term: 27 May 2028 – 4 June 2028
- Summer holidays begin: 21 July 2028
Oldham School Holidays 2028/2029
The Oldham School Holidays and school term dates for the academic year 2028/2029 have not yet been published by Oldham Council. The education calendar for this period is typically released approximately 12–18 months in advance, meaning parents and carers can expect the official term schedule to become available during the latter half of 2027.
We recommend bookmarking this page and checking back regularly, as we’ll update it as soon as the local authority holidays and school closure dates are confirmed by the council.
INSET Days in Oldham
INSET days (In-Service Training days) are teacher training days when schools close to pupils, but staff continue working. Oldham Council sets the standard school term dates with 195 days, and individual schools choose their INSET days to reduce this to 190 pupil days.
Always confirm with your specific school before making family holiday planning arrangements.
Oldham Half-Term Dates
The Oldham half-term dates for the coming years are:
| Academic Year | Autumn Half Term | Spring Half Term | Summer Half Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026/27 | 24 Oct – 1 Nov 2026 | 13 – 21 Feb 2027 | 29 May – 6 Jun 2027 |
| 2027/28 | 23 – 31 Oct 2027 | 19 – 27 Feb 2028 | 27 May – 4 Jun 2028 |
These school closure dates are essential for family holiday planning and arranging childcare.
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FAQs
Do Oldham schools have the same INSET days?
No. Each school chooses its own teacher training days, so school closure dates can vary between schools in Oldham.
Can schools change their term dates from the Oldham Council calendar?
Yes. While Oldham Council provides the official term schedule, individual schools can add INSET days and make minor adjustments.
Is the summer term the longest term of the year?
No. The autumn term typically has the most days in school with up to 39 days.
Do Oldham schools close for all bank holidays?
Yes. The May bank holiday is a standard school closure date for all state school breaks in Oldham.
Are the term dates the same for all state schools in Oldham?
Most follow the same education calendar, but academies and church schools may vary their school term dates.
Useful Resources
For the most up-to-date information, please visit the Official council.