It provides the full schedule for North Lanarkshire School Holidays, covering in-service days, October week, Christmas holidays, spring break, May weekend, and summer holidays.
This page to North Lanarkshire School Holidays provides the latest term dates, school calendar, and return to school information for families across Scotland.
North Lanarkshire School Term Dates 2026/2027
Below are the official North Lanarkshire School Holidays for 2026/2027 school year.
August 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 10 August 2026 | Return date for teachers & In-Service Day |
| Tuesday 11 August 2026 | In-Service Day |
| Wednesday 12 August 2026 | Return date for pupils |
September 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 25 September & Monday 28 September 2026 | September weekend |
October 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 12 to Friday 16 October 2026 | October Week |
November 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 16 November 2026 | In-Service Day |
December 2026 – January 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 18 December 2026 | Schools close at 2.30pm |
| Monday 21 December 2026 – Monday 4 January 2027 | Christmas holidays |
| Tuesday 5 January 2027 | Schools return |
February 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 15 & Tuesday 16 February 2027 | Mid-term break |
| Wednesday 17 February 2027 | In-service day |
March 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 26 March 2027 | Good Friday |
| Monday 29 March 2027 | Easter Monday |
April 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 2 April 2027 | Schools close at 2.30pm |
| Monday 5 – Friday 16 April 2027 | Spring break |
| Monday 19 April 2027 | Schools return |
May 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 3 May 2027 | May Public Holiday |
| Thursday 6 May 2027 | In-service day (Scottish Government Elections) |
| Friday 28 & Monday 31 May 2027 | May Weekend |
June 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 25 June 2027 | Schools close at 1pm |
Key Dates Summary:
- In-Service Days: 10 Aug, 11 Aug, 16 Nov 2026, 17 Feb, 6 May 2027
- School Closures: 18 Dec 2026 (2.30pm), 2 Apr 2027 (2.30pm), 25 Jun 2027 (1pm)
- Return Dates: 5 Jan 2027, 19 Apr 2027
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North Lanarkshire School Term Dates 2027/2028
Below are the official North Lanarkshire School Holidays for 2027/2028 school year.
August 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Thursday 12 August 2027 | Return date for Teachers & In-Service Day |
| Friday 13 August 2027 | In-Service Day |
| Monday 16 August 2027 | Return date for Pupils |
September 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 24 September & Monday 27 September 2027 | September weekend |
October 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 11 to Friday 15 October 2027 | October Week |
November 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 15 November 2027 | In-Service Day |
December 2027 – January 2028
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 17 December 2027 | Schools close at 2.30pm |
| Monday 20 December 2027 – Tuesday 4 January 2028 | Christmas holidays |
| Wednesday 5 January 2028 | Schools return |
February 2028
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 14 & Tuesday 15 February 2028 | Mid-term break |
| Wednesday 16 February 2028 | In-service day |
March – April 2028
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 31 March 2028 | Schools close at 2.30pm |
| Monday 3 April – Monday 17 April 2028 | Spring Holiday (Easter) |
| Good Friday 14 April / Easter Monday 17 April 2028 | Included in Spring Holiday |
| Tuesday 18 April 2028 | Schools return |
May 2028
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 1 May 2028 | May Public Holiday |
| Tuesday 2 May 2028 | In-service day |
| Friday 26 May & Monday 29 May 2028 | May Weekend |
June 2028
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Wednesday 28 June 2028 | Schools close at 1pm |
We hope this page helps you navigate the North Lanarkshire school holidays with confidence. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always check with North Lanarkshire Council directly.
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FAQ
Are North Lanarkshire school holidays confirmed?
Yes. North Lanarkshire Council has finalised the term dates, including in-service days and holiday periods.
What is the October week in North Lanarkshire?
The October week is a one-week holiday marking the autumn break in the Scottish school year.
When do North Lanarkshire schools return after Christmas?
Schools return in early January after the Christmas holidays.
Are there in-service days in North Lanarkshire?
Yes, there are typically five in-service days scheduled throughout the academic year.
When is the September weekend in North Lanarkshire?
The September weekend is a long weekend break at the end of September.
Useful Resources
For the official term dates and holidays, always check the Council website.