Moray School Holidays and Term Dates

Planning your family’s year around Moray school holidays can feel tricky. With different term dates, in-service days, and occasional closures, having the right school calendar is essential. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered.

This guide simplifies the official Moray Council schedule, giving you all the confirmed dates for pupil holidays and school closure days in one place for seamless family planning.

Moray School Holidays 2025 to 2026

Here is the complete academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year in Moray.

A quick note on this year’s schedule: This calendar features the standard pupil holidays you’d expect, including the Moray autumn holiday and the festive Moray Christmas holidays. It also includes the Moray school mid term holiday in February (the 13th and 16th).

Keep an eye out for specific occasional day holidays that apply only to certain school groups (ASG), like Milne’s High School holidays or Speyside High School holidays, which are listed separately by the council.

Moray School Holidays 2026 to 2027

Here is the complete academic calendar for the Moray school holidays 2026-2027 school year, including all key dates for when term starts and term ends.

Note: The Moray Council has confirmed that the winter term ends on Tuesday 22 December 2026, not the 18th. The Christmas break runs from Wednesday 23 December 2026 to Tuesday 5 January 2027.

This year includes standard pupil holidays like the Moray autumn holiday and Moray Christmas holidays, plus staff training days. Remember, one occasional day holiday for specific school groups (ASG) is still to be confirmed.

Moray School Holidays 2027 to 2028

Looking further ahead? Here are the Moray school holidays for the following school year to help you plan.

With these Moray spring holiday dates and mid-term break periods outlined, you can confidently book family time. Again, one occasional day holiday will be added later.

Detailed Moray School Holidays

Understanding the different types of breaks makes planning easier. The Moray school calendar includes more than just the long holidays.

• Shorter Breaks: Look out for the Moray school mid term holiday in February each year, typically a long weekend.
• Public Holidays: The Moray May Day holiday is a guaranteed day off for all Moray schools.
• Daily Schedule: The standard school day schedule runs from approximately 8:55 am to 3:00 pm—perfect for organising your routine.

Understanding Moray School Closure Days

Not all closures are for holidays! Here’s what you need to know:

• In-Service Days: These are staff training days. Schools are closed to pupils for in-service closure periods, usually at the start of terms and in November.
• Occasional Day Holidays: These are unique extra holidays for specific Associated School Group (ASG) holidays. For example, Buckie High School ASG holiday dates or Elgin Academy ASG holiday dates may differ from others. Always check with your child’s specific school (Elgin High School holidays, Forres Academy holidays, etc.) for these.

Explore more school holidays:

• UK School Holidays
• England School Holidays
• Wales School Holidays
• Northern Ireland School Holidays
• Edinburgh School Holidays
• Fife School Holidays
• Norfolk School Holidays
• South Ayrshire School Holidays

Remember, while we strive for accuracy, always double-check the final Moray school holidays on the official Moray Council website for peace of mind.

Ready to plan your next adventure around the school breaks? Explore Coming Holidays for more fantastic UK holiday guides and inspiration!

Useful Official Links:

• Moray Council – Schools and Learning
• UK Government – Find School Term Dates

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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.