Planning for Newry School Holidays makes family life easier. Across the academic year, parents need to know when summer holiday begins, plus every Halloween break, mid-term break, Easter holidays, May Day, Spring Bank Holiday, and St Patrick’s Day school closure.
These dates come from education authority dates for Northern Ireland school holidays, though school discretion and staff training days (sometimes called school inset days) affect pupil attendance. Below is your complete school calendar for Newry, including Christmas closure schools dates.
This page to Newry School Holidays provides the full list of term dates, mid-term breaks, and highlights how school holidays align with Northern Ireland public holidays.
Newry School Holidays 2025/2026
Below are the Newry School Holidays and term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year. Individual schools may adjust school development days – always check with your child’s school.
| Event | Dates (inclusive) |
|---|---|
| Schools resume after summer holiday | 1 September 2025 |
| Halloween break | 30 & 31 October 2025 |
| Christmas closure (schools) | 22 December 2025 to 2 January 2026 |
| Mid-term break | 12 & 13 February 2026 |
| St Patrick’s Day school closure | 17 March 2026 |
| Easter holidays | 2 April to 10 April 2026 |
| May Day | 4 May 2026 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 25 May 2026 |
| Summer holiday begins | 1 July 2026 |
Newry School Holidays 2026/2027
Below are the Newry School Holidays and term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
| Event | Dates (inclusive) |
|---|---|
| Schools resume after summer holiday | 1 September 2026 |
| Halloween break | 29 & 30 October 2026 |
| Christmas closure (schools) | 21 December 2026 to 1 January 2027 |
| Mid-term break | 11 & 12 February 2027 |
| St Patrick’s Day school closure | 17 March 2027 |
| Easter holidays | 25 March to 2 April 2027 |
| May Day | 3 May 2027 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 31 May 2027 |
| Summer holiday begins | 1 July 2027 |
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Newry School Holidays 2027/2028
Below are the Newry School term dates for the 2027/2028 academic year.
| Event | Projected Dates |
|---|---|
| Schools resume | 1 September 2027 |
| Halloween break | 28 & 29 October 2027 |
| Christmas closure | 20 December 2027 to 31 December 2027 |
| Mid-term break | 10 & 11 February 2028 |
| Easter holidays | 6 April to 14 April 2028 |
| Summer holiday begins | 1 July 2028 |
Newry Staff Training Days (School Inset Days)
Newry staff training days (also called school development days) are separate from public holidays. On these days, pupils do not attend, but each school chooses its own dates.
- How many? Most Newry schools take 5 training days per year.
- When? Often on the first day of autumn term, first day of spring term, or last day before a break.
- Where to find exact dates? Your child’s school website or the Education NI calendar.
Do All Newry Schools Have the Same Holiday Dates?
| Factor | How it changes dates |
|---|---|
| School discretion | One school may close earlier for Easter if they use fewer training days. |
| Staff training days | Dates vary – some schools take inset days before Halloween, others after. |
| School type | Primary vs. post-primary may have different mid-term breaks. |
| Ownership | Catholic maintained, controlled, or integrated schools can differ slightly. |
Always verify your specific school’s calendar before booking travel.
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FAQs
When does summer holiday begin in Newry schools?
1 July each year. Schools finish on 30 June or earlier if training days are added.
Do Newry schools close for St Patrick’s Day?
Yes. It is a Northern Ireland bank holiday, so all Newry schools close on 17 March.
Are Halloween break and mid-term break the same?
No. Halloween break is two days (end of October). Mid-term break is in February (one week for some schools, two days for others).
What is a non-operational date for schools?
A day when school buildings are closed to pupils. This includes public holidays, bank holidays, and some staff training days.
Do all Northern Ireland school holidays match Newry’s dates?
Mostly yes. Newry follows the Education Authority (Southern region) – identical to Belfast, but 1–2 days different from some western NI schools.
Useful Resources
For the most accurate dates and policy, always check the official council website.