There are six main holiday breaks during the academic year, helping families plan around the official Kirklees School Holidays and Kirklees School Term Dates published by the Kirklees Council.
This page also provides information on community schools, voluntary control schools, and key dates set by the local authority, including arrangements for Election Day when a polling station may affect school operations.
Kirklees School Holidays 2026/2027
Here are the Kirklees school holidays and term dates for the 2026/27 academic year.
Autumn Term 2026
- Term starts: Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Half-term holiday: Monday 26 October to Friday 30 October 2026
- Term ends: Friday 18 December 2026
- Christmas holiday: Monday 21 December 2026 to Friday 1 January 2027
Spring Term 2027
- Term starts: Monday 4 January 2027
- Half-term holiday: Monday 15 February to Friday 19 February 2027
- Term ends: Thursday 25 March 2027
- Easter holiday: Friday 26 March to Friday 9 April 2027
Summer Term 2027
- Term starts: Monday 12 April 2027
- Half-term holiday: Monday 31 May to Friday 4 June 2027
- Term ends: Wednesday 21 July 2027
- Summer holiday: Thursday 22 July to Friday 3 September 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
Kirklees School Holidays 2027/2028
Here are the Kirklees school holidays and term dates for the 2027/28 academic year.
Autumn Term 2027
- Term starts: Monday 6 September 2027
- Half-term holiday: Monday 25 October to Friday 29 October 2027
- Term ends: Friday 17 December 2027
- Christmas holiday: Monday 20 December 2027 to Monday 3 January 2028
Spring Term 2028
- Term starts: Tuesday 4 January 2028
- Half term holiday: Monday 21 February to Friday 25 February 2028
- Term ends: Friday 7 April 2028
- Easter holidays: Monday 10 April to Friday 21 April 2028
Summer Term 2028
- Term starts: Monday 24 April 2028
- Half term holiday: Monday 29 May to Friday 2 June 2028
- Term ends: Tuesday 25 July 2028
- Summer holiday: Wednesday 26 July to date to be confirmed
Key Dates for Parents to Remember
Beyond the standard term dates, there are additional closure days that may affect your planning:
- May Day: Monday 3 May 2027 — schools closed for the public holiday.
- Election Day: Thursday, 6 May 2027—schools used as a polling station may close using one of their allocated training days.
- Election Day: Thursday, 4 May 2028 — schools used as a polling station may close using one of their allocated training days.
Find Your Specific School Term Dates
It’s important to note that these term dates apply to community schools, voluntary-controlled schools, and special schools under the Kirklees Council local authority.
However, many schools operate independently:
- Academies
- Free schools
- Foundation schools
- Voluntary aided schools
Training Days (INSET Days)
Every school is closed for 5 training days per year—often referred to as INSET days. These are professional development days for teaching staff and are not included in the standard term dates.
Key points to remember:
- Training days vary from school to school.
- They are not fixed by the local authority.
- You must check your school’s website or contact the school directly to find out when these are scheduled.
Download School Holiday Calendar (PDF)
For a complete visual overview of the Kirklees academic year, download the official calendar:
📥 Download Kirklees School Calendar 2026–27 (PDF)
This PDF includes all term dates, half terms, and holiday periods in a printable format.
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: Hampshire School Holidays
Useful Resources
For the most up-to-date information directly from the source:
- Kirklees Council
FAQs
Do all schools in Kirklees follow the same term dates?
Only community, voluntary controlled, and special schools follow these dates. Academies, free schools, foundation, and voluntary aided schools set their own school term dates.
How many training days do Kirklees schools have?
Each school has 5 training days per year, but the dates vary by school and are not set by Kirklees Council.
Are schools closed on election days in Kirklees?
Only if the school is used as a polling station. In that case, the school may use one of its training days to close.
Where can I find my child’s school training days?
Check your school’s school website or contact the school directly, as training days are set individually by each school.
What happens if a school is used as a polling station?
The school may close for the day by using one of its allocated training days, so always check with your school before election day.