Your needful calendar for planning family time and activities. Knowing the official North Lanarkshire School Holidays school holidays and term dates in advance helps parents and families organise childcare, book trips, and make the most of their time together.
The academic calendar for Scottish schools is set by the local authority, and this page provides the confirmed and proposed dates for the coming years directly from the North Lanarkshire Council school information.
We’ll cover key periods like the Christmas holidays, spring break, and summer holidays, including important details like pupil return dates and school closure times.
Key Holiday Dates at a Glance
To help you plan your year, here are the start dates for the main holiday periods across the next three academic years.
| Academic Year | Autumn Break | Christmas Holidays | Spring Break | Summer Holidays Start |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | Mon 13 Oct 2025 | Fri 19 Dec 2025 | Fri 3 Apr 2026 | Wed 24 Jun 2026 |
| 2026-2027 | Mon 12 Oct 2026 | Fri 18 Dec 2026 | Mon 5 Apr 2027 | Fri 25 Jun 2027 |
| 2027-2028 | Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Tue 21 Dec 2027 | Mon 3 Apr 2028 | Wed 28 Jun 2028 |
North Lanarkshire School Holidays 2025 to 2026
This calendar is based on the confirmed dates published by North Lanarkshire schools.
2025-2026 Academic Year
| Term/Holiday | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Pupils Return | Teachers: Tue 12 Aug 2025 | Pupils: Thu 14 Aug 2025 |
| September Weekend | Fri 26 Sep 2025 | Mon 29 Sep 2025 |
| October Week | Mon 13 Oct 2025 | Fri 17 Oct 2025 |
| In-service Day | Mon 17 Nov 2025 | Mon 17 Nov 2025 |
| Christmas Holidays | Fri 19 Dec 2025 | Fri 2 Jan 2026 |
| Schools Close for Christmas | Thu 2 Apr 2026 (at 2:30 pm) | – |
| Schools Return | Mon 5 Jan 2026 | – |
| February Mid-Term Break | Mon 16 Feb 2026 | Tue 17 Feb 2026 |
| In-service Day | Wed 18 Feb 2026 | Wed 18 Feb 2026 |
| Spring Break (Easter) | Fri 3 Apr 2026 | Fri 17 Apr 2026 |
| Schools Close for Spring | Fri 26 Jun 2026 (at 1:00 pm) | – |
| Schools Return | Mon 20 Apr 2026 | – |
| May Holiday | Mon 4 May 2026 | Mon 4 May 2026 |
| In-service Day | Thu 7 May 2026 | Thu 7 May 2026 |
| May Weekend | Fri 22 May 2026 | Mon 25 May 2026 |
| Summer Holidays Start | Fri 26 Jun 2026 (at 1:00pm) | – |
The 2025-2026 year sees a slightly later May weekend and includes an in-service day in November, which is a good one to mark in your calendar early for childcare planning.
North Lanarkshire School Holidays 2026 to 2027
These dates have been finalised by North Lanarkshire Council.
2026-2027 Academic Year
| Term/Holiday | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Pupils Return | Teachers: Mon 10 Aug 2026 | Pupils: Wed 12 Aug 2026 |
| September Weekend | Fri 25 Sep 2026 | Mon 28 Sep 2026 |
| October Week | Mon 12 Oct 2026 | Fri 16 Oct 2026 |
| In-service Day | Mon 16 Nov 2026 | Mon 16 Nov 2026 |
| Christmas Holidays | Mon 21 Dec 2026 | Mon 4 Jan 2027 |
| Schools Close for Christmas | Fri 2 Apr 2027 (at 2:30 pm) | – |
| Schools Return | Tue 5 Jan 2027 | – |
| February Mid-Term Break | Mon 15 Feb 2027 | Tue 16 Feb 2027 |
| In-service Day | Wed 17 Feb 2027 | Wed 17 Feb 2027 |
| Spring Break | Mon 5 Apr 2027 | Fri 16 Apr 2027 |
| Schools Close for Spring | Fri 25 Jun 2027 (at 1:00 pm) | – |
| Good Friday | Fri 26 Mar 2027 | Fri 26 Mar 2027 |
| Easter Monday | Mon 29 Mar 2027 | Mon 29 Mar 2027 |
| Schools Return | Mon 19 Apr 2027 | – |
| May Public Holiday | Mon 3 May 2027 | Mon 3 May 2027 |
| In-service Day | Thu 6 May 2027 | Thu 6 May 2027 |
| May Weekend | Fri 28 May 2027 | Mon 31 May 2027 |
| Summer Holidays Start | Fri 25 Jun 2027 (at 1:00pm) | – |
A key date for parents to note is that the summer term ends with a 1:00 pm finish on Friday, 25 June 2027.
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North Lanarkshire School Holidays 2027 to 2028
Dates for the 2027-2028 year are based on the proposed academic session calendar from Glasgow City Council, which is often similar, but official dates from North Lanarkshire Council should be confirmed closer to the time.
2027-2028 Academic Year
| Term/Holiday | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Pupils Return | Teachers: Mon 16 Aug 2027 | Pupils: Wed 18 Aug 2027 |
| September Weekend | Fri 24 Sep 2027 | Mon 27 Sep 2027 |
| October Week | Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Fri 15 Oct 2027 |
| Christmas Holidays | Wed 22 Dec 2027 | Tue 4 Jan 2028 |
| Schools Close for Christmas | Fri 31 Mar 2028 (at 2:30 pm) | – |
| Schools Return | Wed 5 Jan 2028 | – |
| February Mid-Term Break | Mon 14 Feb 2028 | Tue 15 Feb 2028 |
| In-service Day | Wed 16 Feb 2028 | Wed 16 Feb 2028 |
| Spring Break | Mon 3 Apr 2028 | Mon 17 Apr 2028 |
| Schools Close for Spring | Wed 28 Jun 2028 (at 1:00 pm) | – |
| Schools Return | Tue 18 Apr 2028 | – |
| May Holiday | Mon 1 May 2028 | Mon 1 May 2028 |
| May Weekend | Fri 26 May 2028 | Mon 29 May 2028 |
| Summer Holidays Start | Wed 28 Jun 2028 (at 1:00pm) | – |
Note: The 2027-2028 dates are provisional and for early planning purposes. Always check the official North Lanarkshire Council school website for final confirmation.
Understanding In-Service Days
In-service days (sometimes called teacher training days) are a regular part of the school year planner. On these days, staff are at school learning and developing their skills, but pupils do not attend. They are often scheduled around the start of term, during mid-term break periods, or on specific election days. Marking these in your family calendar is crucial, as you will need to arrange childcare.
Planning Around Holiday Dates
With the school holidays and term dates in hand, you can confidently plan family holidays, childcare, and activities. Remember that schools often finish slightly early on the last day before a break—typically at 2.30 pm before the Christmas holidays and spring break, and at 1.00 pm for the summer holidays.
Plan Your Year with Confidence
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Plan with confidence and make unforgettable memories during every break!
FAQs
Do North Lanarkshire school holidays differ from other Scottish regions?
Yes, they can. While the overall structure is similar, specific dates for holidays like the October week or Spring break are set by each local authority and may vary by a few days.
When do pupils return in August 2026 in North Lanarkshire?
Pupils return to school on Wednesday, 12 August 2026. Teachers return two days earlier on Monday, 10 August, for in-service days.
What date do North Lanarkshire schools break up for summer 2027?
Schools close for the summer holidays at 1:00 pm on Friday, 25 June 2027.
Are the dates for the 2027-2028 school holidays confirmed?
No, not yet. The dates provided for the 2027-2028 academic year are provisional and based on proposed calendars. The North Lanarkshire Council usually confirms these dates about a year in advance.
What is the May Weekend holiday?
The May weekend is a public holiday period that usually creates a long weekend, often at the end of May. For example, in 2027, it falls on Friday, 28 May, and Monday, 31 May.
