There are 6 main Gwynedd School Holidays during the academic year, including the autumn half-term, Christmas holidays, spring half-term, Easter holidays, summer half-term, and summer holidays.
Based on updates from Cyngor Gwynedd and Gwynedd Council, this resource supports families following school holidays Wales, North Wales school holidays, and the official Gwynedd school calendar.
Gwynedd School Holidays 2025/2026
Below is the full list of Gwynedd school holidays and term breaks for the 2025-26 school year.
| Holiday | Starts on | Finishes on |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn half-term | 27 October 2025 | 31 October 2025 |
| Christmas holidays | 22 December 2025 | 2 January 2026 |
| Spring half term | 16 February 2026 | 20 February 2026 |
| Easter holidays | 30 March 2026 | 10 April 2026 |
| May Day (bank holiday) | 4 May 2026 | – |
| Summer half term | 25 May 2026 | 29 May 2026 |
| Summer holidays | 21 July 2026 | 31 August 2026 |
Data sourced from Cyngor Gwynedd.
Gwynedd School Holidays 2026/2027
Here are the official Gwynedd school holidays and term dates for the 2026-2027 academic year, as directed by Welsh ministers.
| Holiday | Starts on | Finishes on |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn half-term | 26 October 2026 | 30 October 2026 |
| Christmas holidays | 21 December 2026 | 1 January 2027 |
| Spring half term | 8 February 2027 | 12 February 2027 |
| Easter holidays | 22 March 2027 | 2 April 2027 |
| May Day (bank holiday) | 3 May 2027 | – |
| Summer half term | 31 May 2027 | 4 June 2027 |
| Summer holidays | 21 July 2027 | 31 August 2027 |
Data sourced from Cyngor Gwynedd.
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Gwynedd School Holidays 2027/2028
Gwynedd school holidays and term dates directed by Welsh ministers for the 2027–2028 school year are provided below to help you plan years in advance.
| Holiday | Starts on | Finishes on |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn half-term | 25 October 2027 | 29 October 2027 |
| Christmas holidays | 23 December 2027 | 5 January 2028 |
| Spring half-term | 21 February 2028 | 25 February 2028 |
| Easter holidays | 10 April 2028 | 21 April 2028 |
| May Day (bank holiday) | 1 May 2028 | – |
| Summer half-term | 29 May 2028 | 2 June 2028 |
| Summer holidays | 20 July 2028 | 31 August 2028 |
Data sourced from Cyngor Gwynedd.
Gwynedd Teacher Training Days
In every academic year, there are teacher training days (often called INSET days). These dates are not set centrally by the council. Each individual school decides when to hold its in-service training days. To know the exact dates your child’s school will be closed for staff training, you must contact your local school directly.
Gwynedd School Term Dates PDF Download
For your convenience, you can download the official PDF documents for each academic year directly from Cyngor Gwynedd.
| Academic Year | Download Link |
|---|---|
| School term dates/holidays 2025-26 | Download PDF |
| School term dates/holidays 2026-27 | Download PDF |
| School term dates/holidays 2027-28 | Download PDF |
Going on Holiday During School Term
Taking children on holiday during term time can lead to a series of problems, such as your child’s education suffering, missing lessons and extracurricular activities, and the continuity of work being lost. As a result, you are asked to avoid going on holiday during term time if possible.
If you have to take your child out of school during term time, you will have to discuss and agree with your school.
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FAQs
Are the Gwynedd school holiday dates the same for all schools?
No. While most schools follow the council’s calendar, some dates like the exact start of term and teacher training days can vary. It’s always best to check with your child’s specific school.
What are INSET days?
INSET stands for In-Service Training. They are teacher training days where schools are closed to pupils so staff can participate in professional development. Gwynedd schools have 5 or 6 of these days per academic year.
Who sets the school term dates for Gwynedd?
The term dates for Gwynedd are directed by Welsh ministers. Gwynedd Council, also known as Cyngor Gwynedd, is the local authority responsible for administering education in the area.
Can I take my child out of school for a holiday during term time?
Yes, but you must discuss and agree with your school first. Taking children on holiday during term time is discouraged as it can negatively impact their education.
Where can I find the official term dates for Gwynedd?
You can find them on the official Cyngor Gwynedd website or by downloading the PDFs linked on this page. The council is the official source for Gwynedd term dates.
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