Bolton School Holidays and Term Dates

This page breaks down the Bolton school holidays and term dates for the next few academic years, offering a clear path through the calendar, as set by Bolton Council.

The annual schedule covers the autumn term, spring term, summer term, Christmas holidays, Easter holidays, summer holidays, October half term, February half term, May half term, and the May bank holiday.

Families can use the calendar to understand the 190 school days, 195 staff days, and relevant term-time holiday regulations when planning childcare, travel, and family activities throughout the school year.

Bolton School Holidays 2026/2027

For the 2026/2027 academic year, the pattern features the usual three-term structure. Below are the official Bolton school holidays and term dates as set by Bolton Council.

Autumn Term 2026

• Total days in term: 74 days
• Term begins: Tuesday 1 September 2026
• Half Term: Monday 26 October 2026 to Friday 30 October 2026
• Term ends: Friday 18 December 2026

Spring Term 2027

• Total days in term: 54 days
• Term begins: Monday 4 January 2027
• Half Term: Monday 15 February 2027 to Friday 19 February 2027
• Term ends: Thursday 25 March 2027

Summer Term 2027

• Total days in term: 69 days
• Term begins: Monday 12 April 2027
• Bank Holiday: Monday 3 May 2027
• Half Term: Monday 31 May (Bank Holiday) to Friday 4 June 2027
• Term ends: Friday 23 July 2027

Bolton School Holidays 2027/2028

Below are the Bolton School holidays and term dates for the 2027/2028 academic year.

Autumn Term 2027

• Term begins: Wednesday 1 September 2027
• Half Term: Monday 18 October to Friday 29 October 2027
• Term ends: Friday 17 December 2027

Spring Term 2028

• Term begins: Tuesday 4 January 2028
• Half Term: Monday 21 February to Friday 25 February 2028
• Term ends: Friday 31 March 2028

Summer Term 2028

• Term begins: Tuesday 18 April 2028
• Bank Holiday: Monday 1 May 2028
• Half Term: Monday 29 May (Bank Holiday) to Friday 2 June 2028
• Term ends: Friday 21 July 2028

Check more: England School Holidays

Bolton School Holidays 2028/2029

For those looking even further ahead, the pattern for Bolton school holidays in 2028/2029 follows the established calendar structure. These dates are typically set years in advance to help parents plan around the key holiday periods.

Autumn Term 2028

• Term begins: (Date to be confirmed)
• Half Term: (Date to be confirmed)
• Term ends: (Date to be confirmed)

Spring Term 2029

• Term begins: (Date to be confirmed)
• Half Term: (Date to be confirmed)
• Term ends: (Date to be confirmed)

Summer Term 2029

• Term begins: (Date to be confirmed)
• Bank Holiday: (Date to be confirmed)
• Half Term: (Date to be confirmed)
• Term ends: (Date to be confirmed)

INSET Days & Staff Training

It is important to remember that the dates outlined are for pupils. Teachers and support staff have different requirements.

The Numbers Game: Children are required to be in school for 190 days across the academic year. Staff, on the other hand, are contracted for 195 days. Those extra five days are known as INSET days (In-Service Training Days).

Who Decides? The exact dates for INSET days are often decided by the school’s governing body. You won’t find a standardised list across Bolton, so you must check your school’s website for the specific dates they’ve chosen.

School Regulations & Policies

Understanding the structure of the school year is key. The Department for Education mandates that schools open for 380 half-day sessions, equating to 190 days. The academic year must start with the first term after the summer break.

Foundation, Voluntary Aided, and Academy Schools: These schools operate more independently. While they often align with the council’s dates, they can change them, so you must always check with the school directly.

Also Check: Derbyshire School Holidays

Useful Resources

• Bolton Council

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