NSW School Holidays 2025 & 2026 – Full Term Dates & Public Holiday Guide
Planning ahead for school holidays and public holidays can help you make the most of your time, whether you’re planning family trips, booking childcare, or scheduling work leave.
In this guide, you’ll find the complete list of NSW school holidays for 2025 and 2026, along with term dates for both Eastern and Western divisions. We’ve also included key information about upcoming public holidays and how school holidays align with national breaks like Easter and Christmas.
Table of Contents
- NSW School Holiday Dates 2025
- NSW School Holiday Dates 2026
- NSW School Term Dates – 2025
- NSW School Term Dates – 2026
- Save on Activities with Active & Creative Kids Vouchers
- Upcoming Public Holidays in NSW
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
NSW School Holiday Dates 2025
Looking for the NSW school holidays in 2025 or curious about the next school break? Here’s a full list to help you plan ahead.
| Holiday Period | Division | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Holidays | Eastern & Western Divisions | Monday 14 April – Thursday 24 April 2025 |
| Winter Holidays | Eastern & Western Divisions | Monday 7 July – Friday 18 July 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | Eastern & Western Divisions | Monday 29 September – Friday 10 October 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | Eastern Division | Monday 22 December 2025 – Monday 26 January 2026 |
| Summer Holidays | Western Division | Monday 22 December 2025 – Monday 2 February 2026 |
NSW School Holiday Dates 2026
| Holiday Period | Division | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Holidays | Eastern & Western Divisions | Tuesday 7 April – Friday 17 April 2026 |
| Winter Holidays | Eastern & Western Divisions | Monday 6 July – Friday 17 July 2026 |
| Spring Holidays | Eastern & Western Divisions | Monday 28 September – Friday 9 October 2026 |
| Summer Holidays | Eastern Division | Friday 18 December 2026 – Wednesday 27 January 2027 |
| Summer Holidays | Western Division | Friday 18 December 2026 – Wednesday 3 February 2027 |
These school holidays 2025–2026 are important dates for both families and workplaces. Use them to plan ahead and take advantage of long weekends and public holidays.
Use these holiday dates to coordinate family plans, school activities, or even holidays that align with major events like NSW public holidays.
NSW School Term Dates – 2025
| Term | Division | First Day | Last Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Eastern Division | Thursday 6 February 2025 | Friday 11 April 2025 |
| Term 1 | Western Division | Thursday 13 February 2025 | Friday 11 April 2025 |
| Term 2 | Both Divisions | Wednesday 30 April 2025 | Friday 4 July 2025 |
| Term 3 | Both Divisions | Tuesday 22 July 2025 | Friday 26 September 2025 |
| Term 4 | Both Divisions | Tuesday 14 October 2025 | Friday 19 December 2025 |
NSW School Term Dates – 2026
| Term | Division | First Day | Last Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Eastern Division | Monday 2 February 2026 | Thursday 2 April 2026 |
| Term 1 | Western Division | Monday 9 February 2026 | Thursday 2 April 2026 |
| Term 2 | Both Divisions | Wednesday 22 April 2026 | Friday 3 July 2026 |
| Term 3 | Both Divisions | Tuesday 21 July 2026 | Friday 25 September 2026 |
| Term 4 | Both Divisions | Tuesday 13 October 2026 | Thursday 17 December 2026 |
Save on Activities with Active & Creative Kids Vouchers
The NSW Government offers $50 Active and Creative Kids vouchers to help families cover the cost of activities such as sport, dance, and arts programs.
- Voucher 2 for 2025 is available now
- Combine it with Voucher 1 (2025) for up to $100 in total value
- Use by 31 December 2025
You can – Check your eligibility and apply
Upcoming Public Holidays in NSW
Want to align school breaks with upcoming public holidays? Here are a few key 2025 dates:
- Labour Day – Monday, 6 October 2025
- Christmas Day – Thursday, 25 December 2025
- Boxing Day – Friday, 26 December 2025
- New Year’s Day – Wednesday, 1 January 2026
If you found this guide helpful, share it with friends and family to help them plan their school year too!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
These commonly searched questions help Australians understand their entitlements during holidays, especially when school holidays overlap with public holidays.
Is today a public holiday?
Public holidays vary by state and region. To check if today is a public holiday in NSW, refer to the NSW public holiday list.
Is Christmas Eve a public holiday?
No, Christmas Eve is not a full public holiday in NSW, but some awards and enterprise agreements may treat it as a part-day holiday after 6 pm.
Is Easter Saturday a public holiday?
Yes, Easter Saturday is a public holiday in NSW.
Is Easter Monday a public holiday?
Yes, Easter Monday is officially recognised as a public holiday in NSW.
Is ANZAC Day a public holiday?
Yes, ANZAC Day (25 April) is a national public holiday. If it falls on a weekend, NSW does not usually provide a substitute day.
Is Boxing Day a public holiday?
Yes, Boxing Day (26 December) is a public holiday. If it falls on a Saturday, the following Monday is also a public holiday.
Is New Year’s Eve a public holiday?
No, New Year’s Eve is not a public holiday, but some workplaces may treat it as a part-day holiday.
Is New Year’s Day a public holiday?
Yes, New Year’s Day (1 January) is a national public holiday and marks the start of the calendar year.
Is Monday a public holiday?
It depends. Many public holidays (like Easter Monday, Labour Day, and the King’s Birthday) fall on a Monday in NSW.
Is tomorrow a public holiday?
Use the NSW public holiday calendar or check with your local council to see if tomorrow is a public holiday in your region.
