Planning a family holiday, trying to work out childcare, or simply wondering when the kids are going to be home from school again? Australian school holidays don’t fall on the same dates everywhere.
Each state and territory sets its own school term dates, which means the holidays in Victoria can be different from those in New South Wales, Queensland or Western Australia. Even the length of the breaks can vary.
We’ve put together the Australian school term and holiday dates for 2027 in one easy-to-use guide, covering every state and territory.
Whether you’re planning a holiday, booking accommodation, organising childcare or just trying to get your calendar sorted, here’s when Australian school children will be on holidays in 2027.
Australian School Holidays 2027
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Victoria School Term Dates and Holidays 2027
Looking for Victoria school holidays 2027? Victorian government schools have four school terms, with holidays between each term. The dates below show the 2027 Victorian school term dates and school holidays, making it easy to plan family holidays, childcare, appointments and other activities around the school year.
| 2027 | School term dates | School holidays |
| Term 1 | 28 January – 25 March | Autumn/Easter holidays: 26 March – 11 April |
| Term 2 | 12 April – 25 June | Winter holidays: 26 June – 11 July |
| Term 3 | 12 July – 17 September | Spring holidays: 18 September – 3 October |
| Term 4 | 4 October – 17 December | Summer holidays: From 18 December |
When are the Victorian school holidays in 2027?
The first school holiday break for Victorian students in 2027 is the autumn/Easter break from 26 March to 11 April. The winter holidays run from 26 June to 11 July, followed by the spring holidays from 18 September to 3 October. The long summer school holidays begin on 18 December.
These dates are for Victorian government schools. Catholic and independent schools may have different term dates, so check your child’s school calendar before making bookings.
NSW School Term Dates and Holidays 2027
New South Wales has two school calendar divisions: the Eastern Division and the Western Division. Most of the school year is the same across both divisions, but Term 1 and the summer holidays start on different dates.
| 2027 | Eastern Division | Western Division |
| Term 1 | Thursday 28 January – Friday 9 April | Thursday 4 February – Friday 9 April |
| Autumn school holidays | Monday 12 April – Friday 23 April | Monday 12 April – Friday 23 April |
| Term 2 | Tuesday 27 April – Friday 2 July | Tuesday 27 April – Friday 2 July |
| Winter school holidays | Monday 5 July – Friday 16 July | Monday 5 July – Friday 16 July |
| Term 3 | Monday 19 July – Friday 24 September | Monday 19 July – Friday 24 September |
| Spring school holidays | Monday 27 September – Friday 8 October | Monday 27 September – Friday 8 October |
| Term 4 | Monday 11 October – Monday 20 December | Monday 11 October – Monday 20 December |
| Summer school holidays | Tuesday 21 December – Friday 28 January 2028 | Tuesday 21 December – Friday 4 February 2028 |
Which NSW school division am I in?
The New South Wales (NSW) public school system is split into Eastern and Western divisions solely to manage differing climatic conditions.
- The Western Division covers the hot, arid inland regions of the state. Schools here receive an extended summer break by starting the school year one week later than the rest of the state, allowing students and staff to avoid travel and classrooms during the peak of the January heat.
- The Eastern Division encompasses the more temperate coastal and metropolitan areas, including Sydney. Schools here follow the standard four-term calendar, starting one week earlier in late January.
Aside from this one-week shift in the Term 1 start date, both divisions share identical curriculum standards, funding models, and mid-year holiday dates.
When are the NSW school holidays in 2027?
The first NSW school holiday break in 2027 is the autumn holidays from 12 April to 23 April. Winter holidays follow from 5 July to 16 July, while the spring holidays run from 27 September to 8 October. The summer holidays begin from 21 December.
NSW school holiday arrangements can vary between the Eastern and Western divisions of the state, so families should check the official NSW school calendar if they live in an area with different term dates.
These dates are for NSW government schools. Catholic and independent schools may have different calendars.
Queensland School Term Dates and Holidays 2027
Looking for Queensland school holidays 2027? Queensland state schools have four terms, with school holidays between each term. The table below shows the 2027 Queensland school term dates and holiday periods, making it easy to plan family holidays, childcare and other activities around the school year. Some Queensland schools have a longer summer break: schools situated north of 16 degrees south latitude and west of 144 degrees east longitude, as well as schools in certain towns and centres, begin their summer holidays one week earlier than schools in other parts of Queensland.
See list of government schools with extended summer break HERE https://education.qld.gov.au/about-us/calendar/school-extended-summer-holidays
| 2027 | School term dates | School holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Wednesday 27 January – Thursday 25 March | Autumn/Easter holidays: Friday 26 March – Sunday 11 April |
| Term 2 | Monday 12 April – Friday 25 June | Winter holidays: Saturday 26 June – Sunday 11 July |
| Term 3 | Monday 12 July – Friday 17 September | Spring holidays: Saturday 18 September – Monday 4 October |
| Term 4 | Tuesday 5 October – Friday 10 December | Summer holidays: Saturday 11 December 2027 – Sunday 23 January 2028 |
When are the school holidays in Queensland?
Queensland school holiday dates apply to state schools, but Catholic and independent schools may have different term dates and holiday periods. Families should check their child’s individual school calendar before making important travel, accommodation or childcare arrangements. If you’re planning a holiday during the Queensland school holidays, it’s also worth remembering that popular destinations can become particularly busy during the longer summer break.
South Australia School Term Dates and Holidays 2027
Looking for South Australia school holidays 2027? South Australian state schools have four terms, with a holiday break between each term. The table below shows the 2027 South Australian school term dates and school holidays, making it easy for families to plan holidays, childcare and other activities around the school year.
| 2027 | School term dates | School holidays |
| Term 1 | Wednesday 27 January – Friday 9 April | Autumn holidays: Saturday 10 April – Sunday 25 April |
| Term 2 | Monday 26 April – Friday 2 July | Winter holidays: Saturday 3 July – Sunday 18 July |
| Term 3 | Monday 19 July – Friday 24 September | Spring holidays: Saturday 25 September – Sunday 10 October |
| Term 4 | Monday 11 October – Friday 10 December | Summer holidays: Saturday 11 December 2027 – Sunday 30 January 2028 |
When are the South Australian school holidays in 2027?
South Australian school holidays in 2027 fall in April, July, September and December. The autumn holidays run from 10 April to 25 April, followed by the winter holidays from 3 July to 18 July and the spring holidays from 25 September to 10 October. The summer school holidays begin on 11 December 2027 and continue into January 2028.
These dates apply to South Australian state schools. Catholic and independent schools may have different term dates and holiday periods, so families should check their child’s school calendar before making important travel, accommodation or childcare arrangements.
Western Australia School Term Dates and Holidays 2027
School holidays have a habit of arriving much faster than expected!
If you’re a WA parent, grandparent or carer, bookmark this page so you can easily come back to the 2027 dates when you’re planning holidays, childcare or family activities.
Important: The dates above are the official 2027 term dates published for WA public schools. Check with your individual school for school development days and other school-specific dates.
| 2027 | School term dates | School holidays |
| Term 1 | Monday 1 February – Friday 9 April | Autumn holidays: Saturday 10 April – Sunday 25 April |
| Term 2 | Monday 26 April – Friday 2 July | Winter holidays: Saturday 3 July – Sunday 18 July |
| Term 3 | Monday 19 July – Friday 24 September | Spring holidays: Saturday 25 September – Sunday 10 October |
| Term 4 | Monday 11 October – Thursday 16 December | Summer holidays: Friday 17 December 2027 – Sunday 30 January 2028 |
When are the Western Australian school holidays in 2027?
Western Australian school holidays in 2027 fall in April, July, September and December. The autumn holidays run from 10 April to 25 April, followed by the winter holidays from 3 July to 18 July and the spring holidays from 25 September to 10 October. The summer school holidays begin on 17 December 2027 and continue into January 2028.
These dates apply to Western Australian public schools. Catholic and independent schools may have different term dates and holiday periods, so families should check their child’s school calendar before making important travel, accommodation or childcare arrangements.
Tasmania School Term Dates and Holidays 2027
Looking for Tasmania school holidays 2027? Tasmanian government schools have four school terms, with holidays between each term. The dates below show the 2027 Tasmanian school term dates and school holidays, making it easy to plan family holidays, childcare, appointments and other activities around the school year.
| 2027 | School term dates | School holidays |
| Term 1 | Thursday 4 February – Friday 9 April | Autumn holidays: Saturday 10 April – Sunday 25 April |
| Term 2 | Monday 26 April – Friday 2 July | Winter holidays: Saturday 3 July – Sunday 18 July |
| Term 3 | Monday 19 July – Friday 24 September | Spring holidays: Saturday 25 September – Sunday 10 October |
| Term 4 | Monday 11 October – Thursday 16 December | Summer holidays: Friday 17 December 2027 – Sunday 30 January 2028 |
When are the Tasmanian school holidays in 2027?
Tasmanian students have four school holiday breaks in 2027, with the first break arriving in April after Term 1. The autumn holidays run from 10 April to 25 April, followed by the winter break from 3 July to 18 July. Students then have their spring holidays from 25 September to 10 October, before the long summer break begins on 17 December 2027 and continues into January 2028.
These dates apply to Tasmanian Government schools. Schools also have professional learning days when students don’t attend, and colleges can have different finishing dates depending on examination schedules. Families should check their individual school’s calendar when planning holidays, travel or childcare.
Northern Territory School Term Dates and Holidays 2027
Looking for Northern Territory school holidays 2027? Planning around the school calendar is much easier when all the important dates are in one place. Northern Territory state schools have four terms, with a holiday break following each term. The table below brings together the 2027 term dates and school holidays, making it simple for families to plan holidays, childcare and family activities throughout the year.
| 2027 | School term dates | School holidays |
| Term 1 | Wednesday 27 January – Friday 2 April | Autumn holidays: Saturday 3 April – Monday 12 April |
| Term 2 | Tuesday 13 April – Friday 18 June | Winter holidays: Saturday 19 June – Monday 12 July |
| Term 3 | Tuesday 13 July – Friday 17 September | Spring holidays: Saturday 18 September – Monday 4 October |
| Term 4 | Tuesday 5 October – Thursday 9 December | Summer holidays: Friday 10 December 2027 – Tuesday 25 January 2028 |
When are the Northern Territory school holidays in 2027?
Northern Territory families have four school holiday breaks in 2027, beginning with the autumn holidays in April. Students finish Term 1 on Friday 2 April, with the autumn break running through to Monday 12 April, when Term 2 begins. The winter holidays are in June and July, followed by the spring break in September and October. The final school term finishes on Thursday 9 December, marking the beginning of the long summer holidays.
These dates apply to Northern Territory Government schools, with most government schools following the same calendar. Non-government schools may have different term dates, so families should check directly with their child’s school before making holiday or childcare plans. Gunbalanya School follows a flexible school year and has separate term dates.
Australian Capital Territory School Term Dates and Holidays 2027
Looking for Australian Capital Territory school holidays 2027? Planning around the school calendar is much easier when all the important dates are in one place. The Australian Capital Territory state schools have four terms, with a holiday break following each term. The table below brings together the 2027 term dates and school holidays, making it simple for families to plan holidays, childcare and family activities throughout the year.
| 2027 | School term dates | School holidays |
| Term 1 | New students: Monday 1 February; continuing students: Tuesday 2 February – Friday 9 April | Autumn holidays: Saturday 10 April – Tuesday 27 April |
| Term 2 | Wednesday 28 April – Friday 2 July | Winter holidays: Saturday 3 July – Monday 19 July |
| Term 3 | Tuesday 20 July – Friday 24 September | Spring holidays: Saturday 25 September – Monday 11 October |
| Term 4 | Tuesday 12 October – Friday 17 December | Summer holidays: Saturday 18 December 2027 – Monday 7 February 2028 |
When are the ACT school holidays in 2027?
Families in the Australian Capital Territory can expect four school holiday breaks throughout 2027, with holidays falling in April, July, September and December. The autumn holidays run from 10 April to 27 April, followed by the winter break from 3 July to 19 July. The spring holidays are from 25 September to 11 October, while the long summer break begins on 18 December 2027 and continues into February 2028.
These dates apply to ACT public schools. New students and continuing students have slightly different starting dates at the beginning of Term 1, and individual schools may have additional student-free days. Private schools can also have different term dates, so families should check their child’s school calendar when making holiday, travel or childcare plans.
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