Planning ahead for school holidays 2025, term dates, and public holidays is essential for families, students, and teachers in VIC (Victoria). Whether you’re scheduling family vacations, childcare, or just trying to stay organised, having these key dates handy can make a big difference.
Here’s your complete guide to VIC (Victoria) 2025 school holidays, term dates, and public holidays, so you can plan the year with confidence.
VIC (Victoria) School Term Dates 2025
The VIC (Victoria) schools Term Dates for 2025 are from term 1 28 January (students start 29 Jan) to 4 April, 2nd Term start from 22 April to 4 July, 3rd Term start from 21 July to 19 September and 4rth Term Start From 6 October to 9 December.
| Term | Dates | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | 28 January (students start 29 Jan) – 4 April | 10 weeks |
| Term 2 | 22 April – 4 July | 11 weeks |
| Term 3 | 21 July – 19 September | 9 weeks |
| Term 4 | 6 October – 19 December | 11 weeks |
Note: Government schools usually start a day later for students as teachers commence the term with planning and preparation days.
VIC (Victoria) School Holidays 2025
The VIC (Victoria) schools holidays for 2025 are from Autumn holidays 5 April to 21 April, Winter holidays 5 July to Sunday, 20 July, Spring holiday 20 September to 5 October and Summer holiday 20 December to end of Junary 2026.
| Holiday Period | Dates |
|---|---|
| Term 1 Holidays (Autumn) | 5 April – 21 April |
| Term 2 Holidays (Winter) | 5 July – 20 July |
| Term 3 Holidays (Spring) | 20 September – 5 October |
| Term 4 Holidays (Summer) | 20 December 2025 – late January 2026 |
VIC (Victoria) Public Holidays 2025
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Wednesday, 1 January |
| Australia Day | Monday, 27 January (observed) |
| Labour Day | Monday, 10 March |
| Good Friday | Friday, 18 April |
| Easter Saturday | Saturday, 19 April |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, 20 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday, 21 April |
| ANZAC Day | Friday, 25 April |
| King’s Birthday | Monday, 9 June |
| Friday before AFL Grand Final | TBC (likely late September) |
| Melbourne Cup Day | Tuesday, 4 November |
| Christmas Day | Thursday, 25 December |
| Boxing Day | Friday, 26 December |