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UK School Holidays in 2024 - Find out when to book a family holiday!

Thinking about a booking a family break in 2024? Discover the essential school holiday dates below.

It's time to get ahead in 2024 by updating your calendar with all the key UK school holiday dates. Whether you live in England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland, we have compiled the crucial dates for you. This information is key to planning that ideal family holiday. Imagine fun summer adventures or cozy winter celebrations - we've listed the 2024 school holiday and half term dates for you. Start planning those memorable moments today!

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School Holidays England

School Holidays Scotland

School Holidays Wales

School Holidays Northern Ireland

Half Term Dates

FAQs


UK School Holidays England 2024 - 2025

Take a look at the full range of UK school holidays in England and the dates below.

Holiday Start Date End Date
🌱 Spring Half Term 2024
12/02/2024 16/02/2024
🐰 Easter Holidays 2024 29/03/2024 12/04/2024
🌅 Summer Half Term Holidays 2024 27/05/2024 31/05/2024
🌻 Summer Holidays 2024 25/07/2024 02/09/2024
🍂 Autumn Holidays 2024 28/10/2024 01/11/2024
🎄 Christmas Holidays 2024 21/12/2024 03/12/2025

UK School Holidays Scotland 2024 - 2025

Below are the full range of UK school holidays and the dates in Scotland.

Holiday Start Date End Date
🌱 Spring Half Term 2024
12/02/2024 16/02/2024
🐰 Easter Holidays 2024 29/03/2024 12/04/2024
🌱 Summer Half Term Holidays 2024
06/05/2024 07/05/2024
🌻 Summer Holidays 2024 28/06/2024 14/08/2024
🍂 Autumn Holidays 2024 14/10/2024 18/10/2024
🎄 Christmas Holidays 2024 21/12/2024 05/01/2025

UK School Holidays Wales 2024 - 2025

Living in Wales? Take a look at the UK school holidays (with the dates) in Wales for 2024 - 2025 below.

Holiday Start Date End Date
🌱 Spring Half Term 2024
12/02/2024 16/02/2024
🐰 Easter Holidays 2024 25/03/2024 05/04/2024
🌅 Summer Half Term Holidays 2024 27/05/2024 31/05/2024
🌻 Summer Holidays 2024 23/07/2024 02/09/2024
🍂 Autumn Holidays 2024 28/10/2024 01/11/2024
🎄 Christmas Holidays 2024 21/12/2024 05/01/2025

UK School Holidays Northern Ireland 2024 - 2025

Please check out the full range of UK school holidays in Northern Ireland with the dates below.

Holiday Start Date End Date
🐰 Spring Half Term 2024 15/02/2024 16/02/2024
🐰 Easter Holidays 2024 28/03/2024 05/04/2024
🌻 Summer Holidays 2024 01/07/2024 01/09/2024
🍂 Autumn Holidays 2024 30/10/2024 31/10/2024
🎄 Christmas Holidays 2024 22/12/2024 02/01/2025

UK School Half Term Dates 2024 - 2025

If you're looking specifically for half term dates for 2024 - 2025, then the table below shows half term dates only, without other seasonal holidays.

May Half Term 2024 October Half Term 2024
England 27/05/2024 - 31/05/2024 28/10/2024 - 01/11/2024
Scotland 06/05/2024 - 07/05/2024 09/10/2024 - 16/10/2024
Wales 27/05/2024 - 31/05/2024 28/10/2024 - 01/11/2024
Northern Ireland 06/05/24 30/10/2024 - 31/10/2024

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UK School Holidays - FAQs

What are the UK school holidays for 2024?

We've compiled a comprehensive list of the UK School Holidays for 2024 above. While these dates are typically standard, they can vary by school. For the most accurate information, please consult your school or local education authority.


When are the school half terms in 2024?

In the UK, half term breaks typically occur in February, May, and October. These half term holidays usually last a week, while end-of-term holidays are longer. The summer holiday often begins in late July and can last up to six fun weeks.


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*Please be aware the UK school holiday and half term dates provided are guidelines which can vary depending on the school.