Bedfordshire School Holidays and Term Dates

Planning family life around the school calendar is a juggling act. Whether you are checking bedfordshire school holidays and term dates to book a getaway or just need to know when the kids are back in class, we have you covered. Below, you will find the official bedford borough council school dates for local primary schools bedford, including half term, inset days, and the end of school year bedfordshire.

Remember, while we list the council dates, it is always best to check with your child’s school or academy as they may make minor changes for personal development days school or teacher training days bedford.

Bedfordshire School Holidays 2025 to 2026

Here are the official bedfordshire school holidays for the 2025-2026 academic year. This table covers everything from the autumn term start to the summer term finish.

Term / HolidayStart DateEnd Date
Autumn Term 2025Monday 1 September 2025Friday 24 October 2025
October Half TermMonday 27 October 2025Friday 31 October 2025
Autumn Term 2025 (Restarts)Monday 3 November 2025Friday 19 December 2025
Christmas HolidaysMonday 22 December 2025Friday 2 January 2026
Spring Term 2026Monday 5 January 2026Friday 13 February 2026
February Half TermMonday 16 February 2026Friday 20 February 2026
Spring Term 2026 (Restarts)Monday 23 February 2026Friday 27 March 2026
Easter HolidaysMonday 30 March 2026Friday 10 April 2026
Summer Term 2026Monday 13 April 2026Friday 22 May 2026
May Half TermMonday 25 May 2026Friday 29 May 2026
Summer Term 2026 (Restarts)Monday 1 June 2026Monday 20 July 2026

Bedfordshire School Holidays 2026 to 2027

Looking further ahead? Here are the bedfordshire school holidays 2026 to 2027. Knowing these term finish dates early helps immensely with planning school holidays bedford.

Term / HolidayStart DateEnd Date
Autumn Term 2026Tuesday 1 September 2026Friday 23 October 2026
October Half TermMonday 26 October 2026Friday 30 October 2026
Autumn Term 2026 (Restarts)Monday 2 November 2026Friday 18 December 2026
Christmas HolidaysMonday 21 December 2026Friday 1 January 2027
Spring Term 2027Monday 4 January 2027Friday 12 February 2027
February Half TermMonday 15 February 2027Friday 19 February 2027
Spring Term 2027 (Restarts)Monday 22 February 2027Thursday 25 March 2027
Easter HolidaysFriday 26 March 2027Friday 9 April 2027
Summer Term 2027Monday 12 April 2027Friday 28 May 2027
May Half TermMonday 31 May 2027Friday 4 June 2027
Summer Term 2027 (Restarts)Monday 7 June 2027Wednesday 21 July 2027

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Bedfordshire School Holidays 2027 to 2028

For those super-planners among us, here are the bedfordshire school holidays 2027 to 2028. Please note these are based on the standard pattern and should be confirmed closer to the time.

Term / HolidayStart DateEnd Date
Autumn Term 2027Wednesday 1 September 2027Friday 22 October 2027
October Half TermMonday 25 October 2027Friday 29 October 2027
Autumn Term 2027 (Restarts)Monday 1 November 2027Friday 17 December 2027
Spring Term 2028Wednesday 4 January 2028Friday 11 February 2028
February Half TermMonday 14 February 2028Friday 18 February 2028
Spring Term 2028 (Restarts)Monday 21 February 2028Friday 31 March 2028
Summer Term 2028Monday 17 April 2028Friday 26 May 2028
May Half TermMonday 29 May 2028Friday 2 June 2028
Summer Term 2028 (Restarts)Monday 5 June 2028Friday 21 July 2028

Bedfordshire School Holidays: A Detailed Breakdown

Knowing the specific terms helps align family holidays and childcare. While the school opening times during the week remain consistent, the rhythm of the year is set by these key blocks.

  • Autumn Term: Often the longest stretch, running from early September to just before Christmas. It includes the October half term, a popular time for bedfordshire primary school term dates getaways.
  • Spring Term: This term starts in January after the New Year and runs through to late March or early April. It typically includes the February half term and often encompasses the Easter Holidays 2026 for Bedfordshire Schools.
  • Summer Term: The final push of the academic year! It ends with the glorious school breaking up for the long summer holiday. It includes the May half term and is crucial for PGCE school calendar placements.

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Understanding Inset Days

You might notice that your child is off school, but it is not a public holiday. These are often inset days (also known as teacher training days bedford).

What are Teacher Training Days?

These are days when the school is closed to pupils so teachers can receive training and plan lessons. Crucially, inset days bedfordshire are not set by the council; they are decided by individual schools and academies. This is the number one reason to confirm dates directly with your specific school, as they can vary significantly from the standard holiday dates.

We hope this guide to bedfordshire school holidays helps you plan a year of wonderful family moments, exciting holidays, and stress-free childcare arrangements.

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FAQs

Are these dates the same for all Bedfordshire schools?

Not always. Community schools usually follow these, but academy term dates and voluntary-aided schools may set their own.

What are inset days?

Where can I find my specific primary school’s term dates?

Do term dates include public bank holidays?

When is the May half term?

Why do my child’s term dates look different from the council’s?

Official Resources

For the absolute final word, you can always refer to the official source:

Happy planning from the team at Coming Holidays!

Nico Bevan

I've always helped people across the UK plan their year with reliable holiday insights. I'm passionate about accuracy and organization; I ensure every celebration and bank holiday is easy to plan for.

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