There are six main holiday breaks during the academic year, giving families regular opportunities to plan ahead. The Bury School Holidays calendar includes the summer holiday, Christmas and Easter breaks, along with three half-term holidays.
Keeping track of the official Bury School holidays and term dates helps parents organise childcare, travel plans, and work schedules more effectively. Knowing the confirmed school dates also helps avoid confusion around inset days and unexpected closures.
This page provides clear and up-to-date information on Bury School term dates, all in one place. It helps families stay informed and confidently manage the school calendar throughout the year.
Bury School Holidays 2025/2026
Below are the Bury school holidays and term dates for 2025/2026.
Autumn Term 2025
- Starts: Monday 1 September 2025
- Autumn half term: Monday 27 October – Friday 31 October 2025
- Ends: Friday 19 December 2025
Spring Term 2026
- Starts: Monday 5 January 2026
- Spring half-term: Monday 16 February – Friday 20 February 2026
- Ends: Thursday 2 April 2026
- Good Friday: 3 April 2026 | Easter Monday: 6 April 2026
Summer Term 2026
- Starts: Monday 20 April 2026
- May bank holiday: Monday 4 May 2026
- Summer half term: Monday 25 May – Friday 29 May 2026
- Ends: Tuesday 21 July 2026
Bury School Holidays 2026/2027
Below are the Bury school holidays and term dates for 2026/2027.
Autumn Term 2026
- Starts: Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Autumn half term: Monday 26 October – Friday 30 October 2026
- Ends: Friday 18 December 2026
Spring Term 2027
- Starts: Monday 4 January 2027
- Spring half-term: Monday 15 February – Friday 19 February 2027
- Ends: Thursday 25 March 2027
- Good Friday: 26 March 2027 | Easter Monday: 29 March 2027
Summer Term 2027
- Starts: Monday 12 April 2027
- May bank holiday: Monday 3 May 2027
- Summer half term: Monday 31 May – Friday 4 June 2027
- Ends: Wednesday 21 July 2027
Find UK School Holidays by Council
Looking for official school holiday dates across the UK? Browse our complete guide to UK school holidays organised by council so you can quickly find accurate term dates and plan family activities with confidence.
Check more: England School Holidays
Bury School Holidays 2027/2028
Below are the Bury school term dates for 2027/2028.
Autumn Term 2027
- Starts: Wednesday 1 September 2027
- Autumn half term: Monday 25 October – Friday 29 October 2027
- Ends: Friday 17 December 2027
Spring Term 2028
- Starts: Tuesday 4 January 2028
- Spring half-term: Monday 14 February – Friday 18 February 2028
- Ends: Thursday 30 March 2028
- Good Friday: 31 March 2028 | Easter Monday: 3 April 2028
Summer Term 2028
- Starts: Monday 17 April 2028
- May bank holiday: Monday 1 May 2028
- Summer half term: Monday 29 May – Friday 2 June 2028
- Ends: Friday 21 July 2028
Occasional Days & School-Level Flexibility
Here’s where it gets tricky.
Occasional holiday school days exist. Schools can choose up to five days per year to close (teacher training or local events).
That means the school calendar guide above is a baseline—not gospel.
Voluntary aided and foundation schools have governing bodies approve dates independently. Most follow bury-term dates, but not all. So yes, school flexibility days are real. Always double-check.
Find Your School’s Exact Dates
Every school website has its own calendar.
Individual school exact dates vary—especially for
- Voluntary aided schools
- Foundation schools
- Academies (not covered here)
Go to Bury Council’s school finder page. Search your child’s school. Look for “term dates” or “school calendar.”
That one extra click saves you a fine.
Have a Question About School Holiday Dates?
If you’ve spotted an issue, need clarification, or have a question about UK school holidays or term dates, feel free to get in touch with us.
Also Check: Leicestershire School Holidays
Useful Resources
- Bury Council – Official term date policies and school finder
FAQs
Can Bury schools choose different term dates?
Yes. Voluntary aided and foundation schools set their own dates, though most follow the LA pattern.
What happens if I take my child on holiday during term time in Bury?
You risk a fine. Headteachers only authorise leave for exceptional circumstances, not family holidays.
Are occasional days the same as half term?
No. Occasional days are extra closures (e.g., teacher training). Half term is a fixed week off for all.
Is Good Friday a school holiday in Bury?
Yes. Good Friday is a bank holiday, so all Bury schools close.
Where do I find my child’s exact school term dates?
Check your school’s website or Bury Council’s school finder page for individual school exact dates.