Bournemouth School Holidays and Term Dates

Planning your family’s year just got easier. This comprehensive guide provides all the key Bournemouth school holidays and Bournemouth school term dates for the academic year. We’ve compiled everything you need, from the start of the autumn term to the long summer holiday, including essential inset days, to help you confidently schedule ahead.

Bournemouth School Holidays 2025/2026

Here is the complete school calendar for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Bank Holidays:

• Early May Bank Holiday: Monday, 4 May 2026

• Spring Bank Holiday: Monday, 25 May 2026

• Summer Bank Holiday: Monday, 31 August 2026

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Bournemouth School Holidays 2026/2027

Mark your future school dates for the 2026/2027 year. Please note, these are set well in advance but are always best confirmed with your child’s school.

Bournemouth School Inset Days (2025-2027)

Staff training days, also known as inset days, are when the school is closed to pupils. Here are the known dates for the coming years.

Planned Teacher Training Days for 2026

• Monday, 1 June 2026

• Monday, 20 July 2026 (Disaggregated)

• Tuesday, 1 September 2026

• Wednesday, 2 September 2026

• Monday, 25 September 2026

• Monday, 2 November 2026

Planned Teacher Training Days for 2027

• Monday, 22 February 2027

• Monday, 7 June 2027

Key Information for Parents

While this guide provides a reliable Dorset school holiday calendar, it’s crucial to remember that individual schools set their own school operating dates. Academies and trusts may have different schedules. The school year is 195 days, with five additional days often used for staff training. Always make a final check by using the official links below or directly calling your child’s school to confirm their specific Bournemouth school holiday dates.

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FAQs

Q1. When do Bournemouth schools break up for summer?

For the 2025/26 year, the summer holiday starts on Thursday, 23 July 2026. For 2026/27, it begins on Wednesday, 21 July 2027.

Q2. Are Bournemouth school term dates the same for all schools?

No. While most follow the local authority schedule, academies and trusts can set their own term dates. You must always contact your child’s school for their confirmed calendar.

Q3. Where can I find primary school term dates in Dorset?

You can find primary school dates in Dorset on the BCP Council website or on the individual website of the specific primary school you are interested in.

Q4. What are inset days?

Inset days are staff training days where teachers undergo training, and the school is closed to pupils. They are a standard part of the academic year.

Q5. Do all year groups return to school on the same day?

Not always. Some schools, like Bournemouth School, have staggered starts. For example, in September 2026, Y7 & Y12 return on the 3rd, and all years return to school on the 4th.

We hope this definitive guide to Bournemouth school holidays helps you plan your family adventures and childcare with confidence. For the most absolute certainty, always refer to the official sources provided.

Official Links:

• BCP Council

• Bournemouth School Term Dates

• UK Government School Attendance