Planning your family’s year around the Shropshire school holidays is essential for stress-free scheduling. With 190 school days in the academic year and 175 days available for family time, knowing the school term dates helps you plan holidays and childcare effectively.
The Shropshire school holidays for the academic years follow a familiar three-term structure. Each year features an autumn term, spring term, and summer term, with well-timed half-term breaks.
This guide covers everything you need to know about the school calendar for Shropshire schools in Shropshire Council.
Shropshire School Holidays 2025/2026
Below are the official Shropshire School holidays for the 2025/2026 academic year. This section provides a detailed breakdown of each term, including holiday dates, half-term breaks, and teacher training days.
Autumn Term 2025
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 1 September 2025 | PD Day – School Closed |
| 2 September 2025 | Term Starts – Pupils Return |
| 27 – 31 October 2025 | Autumn Half-Term Holiday |
| 19 December 2025 | End of Term – Christmas Break Begins |
Spring Term 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 5 January 2026 | PD Day – School Closed |
| 6 January 2026 | Term Starts – Back to School |
| 16 – 20 February 2026 | Spring Half-Term Holiday |
| 27 March 2026 | End of Term – Easter Break Begins |
Summer Term 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 13 April 2026 | Term Starts – Pupils Return |
| 4 May 2026 | Bank Holiday—School Closed |
| 25 – 29 May 2026 | Summer Half-Term Holiday |
| 17 July 2026 | End of Term – Summer Break Begins |
| 20 July 2026 | PD Day – School Closed |
PD Days and Bank Holidays
| Date | Type |
|---|---|
| 1 September 2025 | PD Day |
| 5 January 2026 | PD Day |
| 4 May 2026 | Bank Holiday |
| 20 July 2026 | PD Day |
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Shropshire School Holidays 2026/2027
Here are all the key dates for Shropshire school holidays and term dates.
Autumn Term 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 1 September 2026 | PD Day – School Closed |
| 1 September 2026 | Term Starts – Pupils Return |
| 26 – 30 October 2026 | Autumn Half-Term Holiday |
| 18 December 2026 | End of Term – Christmas Break Begins |
Spring Term 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 4 January 2027 | PD Day – School Closed |
| 4 January 2027 | Term Starts – Back to School |
| 15 – 19 February 2027 | Spring Half-Term Holiday |
| 25 March 2027 | End of Term – Easter Break Begins |
Summer Term 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 12 April 2027 | Term Starts – Pupils Return |
| 3 May 2027 | Bank Holiday—School Closed |
| 31 May – 4 June 2027 | Summer Half-Term Holiday |
| 21 July 2027 | End of Term – Summer Break Begins |
PD Days and Bank Holidays
| Date | Type |
|---|---|
| 1 September 2026 | PD Day |
| 4 January 2027 | PD Day |
| 3 May 2027 | Bank Holiday |
| 31 May 2027 | Bank Holiday |
Differences Between Schools – Important Variations
It is important to note that there can be variations between schools regarding term and holiday dates. While Shropshire Council publishes recommended dates, Shropshire-maintained schools and Shropshire academies may adopt different schedules.
Key points to remember:
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Shropshire-maintained schools follow the council’s recommended dates closely.
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Shropshire academies and foundation schools have the discretion to set their own term dates.
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Some schools may add additional PD days beyond those listed by the council.
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Individual schools may also adjust half-term dates or start/end dates.
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Also read: PKC School Holidays
FAQs
Q1. How many school holidays are there in Shropshire each year?
There are five main holiday periods: autumn half-term, Christmas break, spring half-term, Easter break, and summer break. The school year has 190 teaching days and 175 non-teaching days.
Q2. Do all Shropshire schools follow the same term dates?
Not all schools follow the same dates. Shropshire academies and some foundation schools may set their own term dates. Always check with your specific school for the most accurate information.
Q3. What are PD days, and why do they affect school holidays?
PD days are professional development days for teachers. Schools are closed to pupils on these days. They are training days for staff and count as school closures within the academic calendar.
Q4. Can I take my child on holiday during term time in Shropshire?
Taking your child on holiday during term time requires permission from the school. Permission may be refused, and unauthorised absence could lead to fines.
Planning your family’s year around the Shropshire school holidays is straightforward with the right information. The academic years follow a clear three-term structure with predictable half-term breaks, Christmas breaks, Easter breaks, and summer breaks.
Official Link
For the most up-to-date and official information on Shropshire school holidays and term dates, visit the Shropshire Council website:
👉 Shropshire Council School Term Dates
