Planning your family’s year? Our complete guide to Bucks school holidays and Buckinghamshire school term dates has you covered. Find all the key dates for the academic year, including half-term holidays, the Christmas holiday, and Bucks school inset days, to make school holiday planning in Buckinghamshire a breeze.
Buckinghamshire School Holidays and Term Dates
The following dates are based on the standard Buckinghamshire council school dates for community and voluntary controlled schools. Always remember to double-check with your specific school.
Bucks School Holidays 2025/2026
For Bucks School Holidays 2025/2026:Â Get a head start on planning your family’s schedule with these confirmed dates for the upcoming academic year, helping you organize childcare and book time off well in advance.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term Starts | Thursday 4 September 2025 |
| October Half-Term | 27 October – 31 October 2025 |
| Christmas Holiday | 22 December 2025 – 2 January 2026 |
| Spring Term Starts | Monday 5 January 2026 |
| February Half-Term | 16 February – 20 February 2026 |
| Easter Holiday | 30 March – 10 April 2026 |
| Summer Term Starts | Monday 13 April 2026 |
| May Half-Term | 25 May – 29 May 2026 |
| Summer Holiday Starts | Thursday 23 July 2026 |
Bucks School Holidays 2026/2027
For Bucks School Holidays 2026/2027:Â Look even further ahead with these proposed term dates, perfect for forward-thinking families who need to coordinate long-term plans and secure holiday arrangements early.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term Starts | Wednesday 2 September 2026 |
| October Half-Term | 26 October – 30 October 2026 |
| Christmas Holiday | 21 December 2026 – 1 January 2027 |
| Spring Term Starts | Monday 4 January 2027 |
| February Half-Term | 15 February – 19 February 2027 |
| Easter Holiday | 26 March – 9 April 2027 |
| Summer Term Starts | Monday 12 April 2027 |
| May Half-Term | 31 May – 4 June 2027 |
| Summer Holiday Starts | Wednesday 21 July 2027 |
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Detailed Bucks School Term Dates
Autumn Term
The autumn term typically begins in early September. Watch out for proposed teacher training days in Buckinghamshire, like the inset day on 3 September 2025, which means pupils might return a day later.
Spring Term
After the Christmas holiday, the spring term starts in early January. This term includes the February half-term break and leads up to the Easter holiday.
Summer Term
The summer term is the final term of the academic year, starting after the Easter holiday. It includes the May half-term and finishes for the long summer holiday in late July.
Important Information for Parents
A crucial note for school holiday planning in Buckinghamshire: not all schools follow these exact dates. Academy school term dates in Bucks, along with those for foundation schools in Buckinghamshire, are set independently. We strongly recommend you use the official Buckinghamshire schools index or your school’s own website to confirm all school dates in Buckinghamshire. This is the best way to avoid any surprises with bank holiday school closures or variations in school training days in Buckinghamshire.
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FAQs
Q1. When do Buckinghamshire schools go back in September 2026?
Schools go back on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. Please note this is subject to change for some academy and foundation schools.
Q2. Are school term dates the same for all schools in Bucks?
No. Academy, foundation, and voluntary-aided schools can set their own term dates, so it’s vital to check your specific school’s calendar.
Q3. Where can I find term dates for a specific academy school?
Always check the website of the specific academy school. You can also find links via the official Buckinghamshire Council website.
Q4. When is the May half-term in 2026?
The May half-term in 2026 is from Monday, 25 May, to Friday, 29 May.
We hope this definitive guide helps you effortlessly plan for the upcoming Bucks school holidays. For the most accurate and official information, always refer to the Buckinghamshire Council website or the UK Government site for national policy. Save this page to your bookmarks to stay ahead of your planning.
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