Planning family life around the Buckinghamshire School Holidays means knowing exactly when the Spring term, Easter holiday, Summer term, May half term, Summer holiday, Autumn term, and Christmas holiday fall.
You’ll also need to watch for any proposed inset day, because inset days Buckinghamshire (those teacher training days) can catch parents off guard.
Plus, academy schools term dates, voluntary aided schools, and foundation schools term dates may differ from the main school calendar for each academic year.
Buckinghamshire School Holidays 2025 to 2026
Academic Year 2025–2026
Here are the Buckinghamshire School Holidays and term dates for the school year 2025-2026.
| Term / Holiday | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Spring term 2026 | Monday 5 January 2026 | Friday 27 March 2026 |
| Easter holiday | Tuesday 30 March 2026 | Friday 10 April 2026 |
| Summer term 2026 | Monday 13 April 2026 | Wednesday 22 July 2026 |
| May half term | Monday 25 May 2026 | Friday 29 May 2026 |
| Summer holiday | Thursday 23 July 2026 | Monday 31 August 2026 |
Buckinghamshire School Holidays 2026 to 2027
Academic Year 2026–2027
Here are the Buckinghamshire School Holidays and term dates for the school year 2026-2027.
| Term / Holiday | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn term 2026 | Wednesday 2 September 2026 | Friday 18 December 2026 |
| Christmas holiday | Monday 21 December 2026 | Friday 1 January 2027 |
| Spring term 2027 | Monday 4 January 2027 | Thursday 25 March 2027 |
| Easter holiday | Friday 26 March 2027 | Friday 9 April 2027 |
| Summer term 2027 | Monday 12 April 2027 | Wednesday 21 July 2027 |
| May half term | Monday 31 May 2027 | Friday 4 June 2027 |
| Summer holiday | Thursday 22 July 2027 | (awaiting 2028 dates) |
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Buckinghamshire School Holidays 2027 to 2028
Academic Year 2027–2028
Here are the Buckinghamshire School Holidays and term dates for the school year 2027-2028.
| Term / Holiday | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn term 2027 | Early Sep 2027 (TBC) | Mid Dec 2027 (TBC) |
| Christmas holiday | Late Dec 2027 | Early Jan 2028 |
| Spring term 2028 | Early Jan 2028 (TBC) | Late March 2028 |
| Easter holiday | Late March 2028 | Early April 2028 |
| Summer term 2028 | Mid April 2028 (TBC) | Late July 2028 |
| Summer holiday | Late July 2028 | Early Sep 2028 |
Proposed Inset Days (Teacher Training Days)
Buckinghamshire Council has proposed one inset day on 1 September 2026. However, inset days Buckinghamshire schools can vary. Always confirm with your child’s school because:
- Proposed inset day means “likely but not 100% final”
- Some schools add 2–5 training days per year
- These days are closed for students
Exceptions for Academy, Voluntary Aided & Foundation Schools
Here’s where academy schools term dates differ from the council’s.
| School Type | Rule on Term Dates |
|---|---|
| Academy schools | Set their own academy schools term dates – may vary by 1–2 weeks |
| Voluntary aided schools | Also independent – can choose different half terms |
| Foundation schools term dates | Governed by their own trust, not the council |
County school consistency is common (most align), but parents must check. Don’t assume – a voluntary aided school near you might start summer a day later.
Always visit the school’s website for parent school holiday planning – do not rely only on council dates if your child attends an academy or foundation school.
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FAQs
Are academy schools term dates the same as council dates?
No. Academy schools set their own term dates, so always check your school’s website directly.
What is a proposed inset day?
A proposed inset day is a teacher training day the council suggests but hasn’t fully confirmed – schools may change it.
Do voluntary aided schools follow Buckinghamshire term dates?
Not always. Voluntary aided schools control their own calendar, though most try to align with the county.
Where can I download the school term dates calendar?
Download the official XLSX calendar from Buckinghamshire Council’s website (linked below).
Why do foundation schools term dates differ?
Foundation schools manage their own budgets and calendars, giving them independence from county term schedules.
Official Resources
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