There are 6 main West Northamptonshire School Holidays during the Academic year, including breaks linked to the Christmas bank holiday, Easter bank holiday, May bank holiday, and the official summer holiday start. Published West Northamptonshire term dates also include important school break dates, teacher training days, training days, and details about the annual school calendar.
This page to West Northamptonshire School Holidays explains schedules for community schools, voluntary controlled schools, academies term dates, free schools, and foundation schools. Parents can also find information about inset days, public holidays, school closure dates, and updates from West Northamptonshire Council education to support effective school year planner preparation.
West Northamptonshire School Holidays 2025/2026
Below are the official West Northamptonshire school holidays for the academic year 2025/2026.
Autumn term 2025
- Start of term: Monday 1 September 2025
- Half term dates: Monday 27 October – Friday 31 October 2025
- End of term (Christmas holiday starts): Friday 19 December 2025
Spring term 2026
- Start of term: Monday 5 January 2026
- Half term dates: Monday 16 February – Friday 20 February 2026
- End of term (Easter holiday starts): Friday 27 March 2026
Summer term 2026
- Start of term: Monday 13 April 2026
- May bank holiday (school closed): Monday 4 May 2026
- Half term dates: Monday 25 May – Friday 29 May 2026
- Summer holiday start: Tuesday 21 July 2026
West Northamptonshire School Holidays 2026/2027
Below are the official West Northamptonshire school holidays for the academic year 2026/2027.
Autumn term 2026
- Start of term: Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Half term dates: Monday 26 October – Friday 30 October 2026
- Christmas holiday starts: Monday 21 December 2026
Spring term 2027
- Start of term: Monday 4 January 2027
- Half term dates: Monday 15 February – Friday 19 February 2027
- Easter holiday starts: Friday 26 March 2027
Summer term 2027
- Start of term: Monday 12 April 2027
- May bank holiday (school closed): Monday 3 May 2027
- Spring bank holiday (school closed): Monday 31 May 2027
- Half term dates: Monday 31 May – Friday 4 June 2027
- Summer holiday start: Thursday 22 July 2027
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West Northamptonshire School Holidays 2027/2028
Below are the official West Northamptonshire school term dates for the academic year 2027/2028.
Autumn term 2027
- Start of term: Thursday 2 September 2027
- Half term dates: Monday 25 October – Friday 29 October 2027
- Christmas holiday starts: Monday 20 December 2027
Spring term 2028
- Start of term: Tuesday 4 January 2028
- Half term dates: Monday 14 February – Friday 18 February 2028
- Easter holiday starts: Monday 10 April 2028
Summer term 2028
- Start of term: Monday 24 April 2028
- May bank holiday (school closed): Monday 1 May 2028
- Spring bank holiday (school closed): Monday 29 May 2028
- Half term dates: Monday 29 May – Friday 2 June 2028
- Summer holiday start: Monday 24 July 2028
Bank Holiday Impact on School Term Dates
Public holidays can shift school closure dates unexpectedly. Here’s how May bank holiday, Easter bank holiday, and Christmas bank holiday affect the school calendar in West Northampton shire:
- May bank holiday (early May) – Schools always close. It often falls inside summer term.
- Spring bank holiday (late May) – Usually coincides with half term dates, meaning no extra day off.
- Easter bank holiday (Good Friday & Easter Monday) – These land inside Easter holiday dates for 2026–2028, so no disruption.
- Christmas bank holidays (25–26 Dec + 1 Jan) – Always within the Christmas holiday dates.
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FAQs
Can I be fined for taking my child on holiday during term time?
Yes. Term time holiday without school approval can result in a fine per parent per child.
Are training days included in the dates above?
No. Teacher training days (inset days) are set by individual schools and are separate from school break dates.
Does the May bank holiday always mean no school?
Yes. The May bank holiday is a public holiday – all West Northamptonshire Council education schools are closed.
How can I find exact term dates for a voluntary aided school?
Use the school directory on West Northamptonshire Council’s website or visit the school’s own site.
What’s the difference between half term and end of term?
Half term dates are a 1-week break mid-term. End of term starts a longer holiday (Christmas, Easter, or summer).
Useful Resources
For the most up-to-date information, please visit the Official council.