Planning family time around Sandwell School Holidays and term dates means knowing exactly when the autumn term starts, when half-term holiday begins, when Christmas holiday closes schools, when spring term resumes, when Easter holiday arrives, when summer term ends, and when the summer holiday start date finally gives you a long break.
Every term starts and term ends date matters. Half-term breaks, school closure dates, the full academic calendar, local authority holidays set by Sandwell Council schools, each academic year, plus inset days, school return dates, and teacher training days — we’ve mapped it all so you can book with confidence.
Sandwell School Holidays 2025 to 2026
2025–2026 Academic Year
Below are the official Sandwell school holidays and term dates for the 2025-2026 academic year.
| Term / Holiday | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | Monday 1 September 2025 | Friday 19 December 2025 |
| Autumn Half-Term | Monday 27 October 2025 | Friday 31 October 2025 |
| Christmas Holiday | Monday 22 December 2025 | Friday 2 January 2026 |
| Spring Term | Monday 5 January 2026 | Friday 27 March 2026 |
| Spring Half-Term | Monday 16 February 2026 | Friday 20 February 2026 |
| Easter Holiday | Monday 30 March 2026 | Friday 10 April 2026 |
| Summer Term | Monday 13 April 2026 | Wednesday 22 July 2026 |
| Summer Half-Term | Monday 25 May 2026 | Friday 29 May 2026 |
| Summer Holiday Starts | Thursday 23 July 2026 | – |
Sandwell School Holidays 2026 to 2027
2026–2027 Academic Year
Below are the official Sandwell school holidays and term dates for the 2026-2027 academic year.
| Term / Holiday | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | Tuesday 1 September 2026 | Friday 18 December 2026 |
| Autumn Half-Term | Monday 26 October 2026 | Friday 30 October 2026 |
| Christmas Holiday | Monday 21 December 2026 | Friday 1 January 2027 |
| Spring Term | Monday 4 January 2027 | Thursday 25 March 2027 |
| Spring Half-Term | Monday 15 February 2027 | Friday 19 February 2027 |
| Easter Holiday | Friday 26 March 2027 | Friday 9 April 2027 |
| Summer Term | Monday 12 April 2027 | Wednesday 21 July 2027 |
| Summer Half-Term | Monday 31 May 2027 | Friday 4 June 2027 |
| Summer Holiday Starts | Thursday 22 July 2027 | – |
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Sandwell School Holidays 2027 to 2028
2027–2028 Academic Year
Below are the official Sandwell school holidays for the 2027-2028 academic year.
| Term / Holiday | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | Wednesday 1 September 2027 | Friday 17 December 2027 |
| Autumn Half-Term | Monday 25 October 2027 | Friday 29 October 2027 |
| Christmas Holiday | Monday 20 December 2027 | Monday 3 January 2028 |
| Spring Term | Tuesday 4 January 2028 | Friday 31 March 2028 |
| Spring Half-Term | Monday 14 February 2028 | Friday 18 February 2028 |
| Easter Holiday | Monday 3 April 2028 | Friday 14 April 2028 |
| Summer Term | Monday 17 April 2028 | Friday 21 July 2028 |
| Summer Half-Term | Monday 29 May 2028 | Friday 2 June 2028 |
| Summer Holiday Starts | Monday 24 July 2028 | – |
Teacher Training Days in Sandwell
Sandwell Council does not publish fixed inset days across all schools. Each school sets its own teacher training days (usually 5 per academic year). These inset days can move term starts and school return dates by one or two days. Always check your child’s school website for exact closure dates before marking your calendar.
School Types in Sandwell – Differences to Know
Sandwell primary school term dates generally match the council calendar. The same applies to secondary school half-term dates and special schools holiday schedule. However, academy schools different schedule – they control their own school closure dates. Sandwell Council schools follow the tables above. For academies, church schools, and free schools, we strongly recommend you check with the school directly – especially before booking non-refundable travel.
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FAQs
Are Easter holiday dates the same for primary and secondary schools?
Yes, usually. Both follow the same Easter holiday two-week break, but academies may shift by one week.
Can a school change its half-term holiday?
Yes, if it’s an academy. Local authority holidays are fixed for council schools, but academies can move half-term by up to one week.
Do I need permission to take my child on holiday during term time?
No, but you risk a fine. Recommended check with school first – unauthorised absence during school closure dates outside official breaks can incur penalties.
How many teacher training days do Sandwell schools have?
Five per academic year. These teacher training days vary by school and affect school return dates locally.
Are Sandwell term dates the same as Birmingham’s?
No. West Midlands term dates differ by council. Always use Sandwell term dates for Sandwell schools.
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