Barking and Dagenham School Holidays run across six half-term breaks each school year. This page breaks down the Barking and Dagenham School term dates for the academic year so parents and carers can plan with confidence.
Download the official PDF or calendar download and keep your school year organised from the start of school year to the last day of term.
Barking and Dagenham School Holidays 2026/2027
Below is the official schedule for Barking and Dagenham School Holidays for 2026/2027.
| Holiday | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term | Monday 26 October – Friday 30 October 2026 |
| Christmas Holidays | Monday 21 December 2026 – Friday 1 January 2027 |
| Spring Half Term | Monday 15 February – Friday 19 February 2027 |
| Easter Holidays | Friday 26 March – Friday 9 April 2027 |
| May Day | Monday 3 May 2027 |
| Summer Half Term | Monday 31 May – Friday 4 June 2027 |
| Summer Holidays | Friday 23 July 2027 onwards |
Barking and Dagenham School Term Dates 2026/27
| Term | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | Tuesday 1 September – Friday 18 December 2026 |
| Spring Term | Monday 4 January – Thursday 25 March 2027 |
| Summer Term | Monday 12 April – Thursday 22 July 2027 |
Barking and Dagenham School Holidays 2027/2028
Below is the official schedule for Barking and Dagenham School Holidays for 2027/2028.
| Holiday | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term | Monday 25 October – Friday 29 October 2027 |
| Christmas Holidays | Monday 20 December 2027 – Monday 3 January 2028 |
| Spring Half Term | Monday 14 February – Friday 18 February 2028 |
| Easter Holidays | Tuesday 4 April – Monday 17 April 2028 |
| May Bank Holiday | Monday 1 May 2028 |
| May Bank Holiday | Monday 29 May 2028 |
| Summer Half Term | Tuesday 30 May – Friday 2 June 2028 |
| Summer Holidays | Monday 24 July 2028 onwards |
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Barking and Dagenham School Term Dates 2027/28
| Term | Dates |
|---|---|
| Term 1 | Wednesday 1 September – Friday 22 October 2027 |
| Term 2 | Monday 1 November – Friday 17 December 2027 |
| Term 3 | Tuesday 4 January – Friday 11 February 2028 |
| Term 4 | Monday 21 February – Monday 3 April 2028 |
| Term 5 | Tuesday 18 April – Friday 26 May 2028 |
| Term 6 | Monday 5 June – Friday 21 July 2028 |
Barking and Dagenham School Holidays 2028/2029
The 2028/29 academic year follows the same six-term structure. While exact dates are confirmed closer to the time, families can expect the school year to begin in early September 2028, with October, Christmas, February, Easter and May half terms spaced across the calendar. The summer holidays will begin in late July 2029. Check back for the official LBBD calendar download once published.
Barking and Dagenham Inset Days
Inset days, also called non-contact days, are training days when schools close to pupils but stay open for staff. Barking and Dagenham schools must deliver 190 taught days each year. Since the LBBD term dates calendar currently shows 196 days, schools identify five non-contact days and one day holiday through consultation.
This means inset days can vary from school to school. Always check with your child’s school for their exact planned closures.
Barking and Dagenham Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Good Friday | Friday 26 March 2027 |
| Easter Monday | Monday 29 March 2027 |
| May Day | Monday 3 May 2027 |
| May Bank Holiday | Monday 31 May 2027 |
| May Bank Holiday | Monday 1 May 2028 |
| May Bank Holiday | Monday 29 May 2028 |
For the full list, visit GOV.UK bank holidays.
Download the School Term Dates PDF
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Also Check: Kirklees School Holidays
Useful Resources
- London Borough of Barking and Dagenham Council
FAQs
When are the Barking and Dagenham school holidays?
They follow a six-term pattern with breaks in October, Christmas, February, Easter, May and summer. Exact dates vary by school year.
How many taught days must Barking and Dagenham schools deliver?
190 days. Schools identify five non-contact days and one holiday to meet this requirement.
Are inset days the same for every school?
No. Inset days vary by school, so always confirm with your child’s school directly.
When is the last day of term?
It varies by term. The summer term typically ends in late July.
Where can I download the term dates PDF?
From the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham Council website. Links are above.