Planning family life around the Armagh school holidays and term dates just got easier. Across the academic year, non-operational dates like Christmas holidays Armagh, Easter break Armagh, May bank holiday Armagh, and St Patrick’s Day school closure vary slightly each year.
This page to Armagh School Holidays provides the full list of term dates, explains how mid-term breaks are structured, and highlights how school holidays align with Northern Ireland public holidays.
Armagh School Holidays 2025/2026
Below are the Armagh school holidays and term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.
| Term / Event | Starts (inclusive) | Ends (inclusive) |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term – School resumes | 1 September 2025 | 29 October 2025 |
| Halloween Mid-Term Break | 30 October 2025 | 31 October 2025 |
| Autumn Term resumes | 1 November 2025 | 19 December 2025 |
| Christmas Holidays Armagh | 22 December 2025 | 2 January 2026 |
| Spring Term resumes | 3 January 2026 | 11 February 2026 |
| Mid-Term Break | 12 February 2026 | 13 February 2026 |
| Spring Term resumes | 14 February 2026 | 1 April 2026 |
| St Patrick’s Day school closure | 17 March 2026 | 17 March 2026 |
| Easter Break Armagh | 2 April 2026 | 10 April 2026 |
| Summer Term resumes | 11 April 2026 | 30 April 2026 |
| May Bank Holiday Armagh | 4 May 2026 | 4 May 2026 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 25 May 2026 | 25 May 2026 |
| Summer Term Ends | 30 June 2026 | 30 June 2026 |
| Armagh summer holiday begins | 1 July 2026 | – |
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Non-operational dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
| Term / Event | Starts (inclusive) | Ends (inclusive) |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term – Schools resume after summer | 1 September 2026 | 28 October 2026 |
| Halloween Mid-Term | 29 October 2026 | 30 October 2026 |
| Autumn Term resumes | 31 October 2026 | 18 December 2026 |
| Christmas and New Year | 21 December 2026 | 1 January 2027 |
| Spring Term resumes | 2 January 2027 | 10 February 2027 |
| Mid-Term Break | 11 February 2027 | 12 February 2027 |
| Spring Term resumes | 13 February 2027 | 24 March 2027 |
| St Patrick’s Day school closure | 17 March 2027 | 17 March 2027 |
| Easter Break | 25 March 2027 | 2 April 2027 |
| Summer Term resumes | 3 April 2027 | 2 May 2027 |
| May Day | 3 May 2027 | 3 May 2027 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 31 May 2027 | 31 May 2027 |
| Summer Term Ends | 30 June 2027 | 30 June 2027 |
| Armagh summer holiday begins | 1 July 2027 | – |
Check more: Derry School Holidays
Staff Training Days & School Development Days
In addition to the non-operational dates above, Armagh schools typically schedule staff training days (often called school development days). On these dates, pupil attendance is not required.
- Schools have schools discretion to choose 3–5 training days per year.
- Dates differ by individual school circumstances – always check your child’s school calendar.
- These days are not included in the main holiday tables above.
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View UK Public HolidaysDo Armagh Schools Have Discretion Over Holiday Dates?
Yes, absolutely. While the Armagh school calendar follows the general structure above, schools discretion means each school can adjust non-operational dates to suit individual school circumstances. For example, some schools add extra training days or shift a mid-term break by a day. Always confirm with your school directly.
Also Check: Northern Ireland School Holidays
FAQs
Are St Patrick’s Day school closures automatic in Armagh?
Yes, for most schools. 17 March is a non-operational date across nearly all Armagh schools unless a school chooses otherwise.
Do Armagh schools close for the entire Easter break?
Yes. The Easter break Armagh runs inclusive dates – typically 9–10 days, as shown in the tables above.
Can my child miss school for a May bank holiday Armagh?
Yes, without penalty. May bank holiday Armagh and spring bank holiday are official non-operational dates – schools are closed.
Are Halloween mid-term breaks mandatory for all Armagh schools?
No, but most use them. Halloween mid-term is at schools discretion, though over 95% of Armagh schools follow the dates above.
What happens if a school adds extra staff training days?
Your child stays home. Those are pupil non-attendance days – you’ll get advance notice from the school directly.
Useful Resources
For the most accurate dates, always check the official council website.