Neath Port Talbot School Holidays and Term Dates

♻️ Last Updated: 16 August 2026

There are 6 main Neath Port Talbot School Holidays throughout the academic year, covering the autumn term, spring term, and summer term. This page on Neath Port Talbot School Holidays brings together the latest School term dates, including the half-term, Christmas, and Easter holiday, so families can quickly understand the key breaks across the school year.

The school calendar follows the standard Welsh academic year structure, as set by the local authority schools under Neath Port Talbot Council.

Neath Port Talbot School Holidays and Term Dates
Neath Port Talbot School Holidays and Term Dates

Neath Port Talbot School Holidays 2026/2027

Here is the full breakdown of Neath Port Talbot School Holidays and term dates.

Autumn Term 2026

  • Term Starts: Tuesday, 1 September
  • Term Ends: Friday, 23 October
  • Half-term Holiday: Monday, 26 – Friday, 30 October
  • Term Resumes: Monday, 2 November
  • Term Ends: Friday, 18 December
  • Christmas Holiday: Monday, 21 December – Friday, 1 January

Spring Term 2027

  • Term Starts: Monday, 4 January
  • Term Ends: Friday, 5 February
  • Half-term Holiday: Monday, 8 – Friday, 12 February
  • Term Resumes: Monday, 15 February
  • Term Ends: Friday, 19 March
  • Easter Holiday: Monday, 22 March – Friday, 2 April

Summer Term 2027

  • Term Starts: Monday, 5 April
  • Term Ends: Friday, 28 May
  • Half-term Holiday: Monday, 31 May – Friday, 4 June
  • Term Resumes: Monday, 7 June
  • Term Ends: Tuesday, 20 July
  • Summer Holiday: Wednesday, 21 July – Tuesday, 31 August

Note on INSET Days:
Schools will be closed to pupils for INSET/staff preparation on up to six days between Tuesday, 1 September 2026 and Tuesday, 20 July 2027.

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Neath Port Talbot School Holidays 2027/2028

Below are the confirmed Neath Port Talbot School Holidays and term dates.

Autumn Term 2027

  • Term Starts: Wednesday, 1 September
  • Term Ends: Friday, 22 October
  • Half-term Holiday: Monday, 25 – Friday, 29 October
  • Term Resumes: Monday, 1 November
  • Term Ends: Friday, 17 December
  • Christmas Holiday: Monday, 20 December – Monday, 3 January

Spring Term 2028

  • Term Starts: Tuesday, 4 January
  • Term Ends: Friday, 18 February
  • Half-term Holiday: Monday, 21 – Friday, 25 February
  • Term Resumes: Monday, 28 February
  • Term Ends: Friday, 7 April
  • Easter Holiday: Monday, 10 – Friday, 21 April

Summer Term 2028

  • Term Starts: Monday, 24 April
  • Term Ends: Friday, 26 May
  • Half-term Holiday: Monday, 29 May – Friday, 2 June
  • Term Resumes: Monday, 5 June
  • Term Ends: Thursday, 20 July
  • Summer Holiday: Friday, 21 July

Note on INSET Days:
Schools will be closed to pupils for INSET/staff preparation on up to six days between Wednesday, 1 September 2027 and Thursday, 20 July 2028.

Neath Port Talbot School Holidays 2028/2029

While specific dates for the 2028/2029 academic year have not yet been published by Neath Port Talbot Council, parents and carers can expect a similar pattern to previous years. Typically, the academic year starts in early September and ends in late July. Half-term breaks usually fall in late October, mid-February, and late May, with Christmas and Easter holidays following the same seasonal rhythm. Once the council confirms the exact dates, this page will be updated. Bookmark it to stay informed.

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Key Holiday Periods in Neath Port Talbot

Holiday Period2026/2027 Dates2027/2028 Dates
Christmas Holiday21 Dec – 1 Jan20 Dec – 3 Jan
Easter Holiday22 Mar – 2 Apr10 Apr – 21 Apr
Summer Holiday21 Jul – 31 Aug21 Jul onwards
October Half-term26–30 Oct25–29 Oct
February Half-term8–12 Feb21–25 Feb
May Half-term31 May – 4 Jun29 May – 2 Jun

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FAQs

Are these term dates the same for all schools in Neath Port Talbot?

Yes, the term and holiday dates are set by the local authority and apply to most council-run primary and secondary schools in the area.

Do INSET days affect school holiday dates?

No, INSET days are additional closure days within term time and do not change the published holiday start or end dates.

How many weeks of school holiday are there in Wales?

There are approximately 13 weeks of school holidays per academic year, including summer, Christmas, Easter, and half-term breaks.

Where can I find the official school calendar?

The most up-to-date and official source is the Neath Port Talbot Council website at www.npt.gov.uk.

What happens if a school has an extra INSET day?

Each school can choose up to six INSET days per year. If they use one, they simply close for that day and it’s added to the list of pupil-free days.

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For accurate dates, always visit the official source for school Term Dates.

Check the official Neath Port Talbot Council website🡵