NSW School Holidays 2026
Mastering Math Online provides the NSW School Holidays 2026 schedule, offering families and students a clear guide to all major break periods throughout the school year. This includes the autumn holidays in April, the winter break in July, the spring holidays in late September, and the long summer break beginning in December. Knowing the NSW school holidays dates helps ensure smoother scheduling and a more organised school year for everyone.
Autumn: Tuesday, April 7 to Friday, April 17
Winter: Monday, July 6 to Friday, July 17
Spring: Monday, September 28 to Friday, October 9
Summer: Eastern division: Friday, December 18, 2026, to Wednesday, January 27, 2027
Summer: Western division: Friday, December 18, 202,6 to Wednesday, February 3, 2027
NSW Terms Dates 2026
Mastering Math Online provides the NSW School Holidays 2026 schedule, helping families plan the school year with ease. In 2026, the academic year is divided into four structured terms, beginning in early February and continuing through mid-December, with scheduled breaks between each term to support student wellbeing. These official NSW term dates 2026 ensure consistency across public schools, allowing parents to organise holidays, childcare, and important activities around the school calendar. Staying informed about the NSW Term Dates 2026 helps create a smoother, well-organised year for both students and families.
Term 1
(Eastern) Tuesday 27 January to Thursday 2 April
(Western) Tuesday 3 February to Thursday 2 April
Term 2 Monday 20 April to Friday 3 July
Term 3 Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September
Term 4 Monday 12 October to Thursday 17 December
NSW Public Holidays 2026
The NSW Public Holidays 2026 calendar provides a clear guide to all major statewide holidays, helping residents plan work, travel, school schedules, and family activities throughout the year. In 2026, New South Wales will observe key public holidays such as New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Anzac Day, the King’s Birthday, Labour Day, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day, along with any additional regional holidays. These official NSW public holidays give families valuable time to unwind, enjoy long weekends, and participate in community events. Staying updated with the NSW Public Holidays 2026 ensures easier planning and a more organised year for everyone.
| Days | Dates |
|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday 1 January |
| Australia Day | Monday 26 January |
| Good Friday | Friday 3 April |
| Saturday before Easter Sunday | Saturday 4 April |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday 5 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday 6 April |
| ANZAC Day | Saturday 25 April |
| King’s Birthday | Monday 8 June |
| Bank Holiday | Monday 3 August |
| Labour Day | Monday 5 October |
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December |
| Boxing Day | Saturday 26 December |
NSW School Holidays Calendar 2026
2026 NSW School Holiday FAQs
The Autumn holidays are from 7 April to 17 April 2026, the Winter holidays are from 6 July to 17 July 2026, the Spring holidays are from 28 September to 9 October 2026, and the Summer holidays begin 18 December 2026 and go until 27 January 2027 in the Eastern Division (to 3 February 2027 in the Western Division).
February 2026 and finishes on 2 April 2026, and in the Western Division starts on 9 February 2026 and finishes on 2 April 2026.
Term 2 starts on 22 April 2026 and finishes on 3 July 2026.
Term 3 starts on 21 July 2026 and finishes on 25 September 2026.
Term 4 starts on 13 October 2026 and finishes on 17 December 2026.