The official Oldham school holidays and term dates published by Oldham Council. The calendar covers the autumn term, spring term, summer term, half-term, Christmas holidays, Easter holidays, summer holidays, and important bank holidays.
Use these dates to plan school holidays, arrange childcare, and discover things to do in Oldham while staying organised throughout the year.
Oldham School Holidays 2026/2027
Here are the Oldham school holidays and term dates for the 2026 to 2027 academic year.
Autumn Term 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date | 1 September 2026 |
| Closing date | 23 October 2026 |
| Days in school | 39 |
| Half-term | 24 October 2026 – 1 November 2026 |
| Opening date | 2 November 2026 |
| Closing date | 18 December 2026 |
| Days in school | 35 |
| Christmas holidays | 19 December 2026 – 3 January 2027 |
Spring Term 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date | 4 January 2027 |
| Closing date | 12 February 2027 |
| Days in school | 30 |
| Half-term | 13 February 2027 – 21 February 2027 |
| Opening date | 22 February 2027 |
| Closing date | 25 March 2027 |
| Days in school | 24 |
| Easter holidays | 26 March 2027 – 11 April 2027 |
Summer Term 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date | 12 April 2027 |
| Closing date | 28 May 2027 |
| Days in school | 34 |
| Bank holiday | 3 May 2027 |
| Half-term | 29 May 2027 – 6 June 2027 |
| Opening date | 7 June 2027 |
| Closing date | 21 July 2027 |
| Days in school | 33 |
| Summer holidays begin | 22 July 2027 |
Find UK School Holidays by Council
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Oldham School Holidays 2027/2028
Here are the Oldham school holidays and term dates for the 2027 to 2028 academic year.
Autumn Term 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date | 1 September 2027 |
| Closing date | 22 October 2027 |
| Days in school | 38 |
| Half-term | 23 October 2027 – 31 October 2027 |
| Opening date | 1 November 2027 |
| Closing date | 17 December 2027 |
| Days in school | 35 |
| Christmas holidays | 18 December 2027 – 3 January 2028 |
Spring Term 2028
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date | 4 January 2028 |
| Closing date | 18 February 2028 |
| Days in school | 34 |
| Half-term | 19 February 2028 – 27 February 2028 |
| Opening date | 28 February 2028 |
| Closing date | 7 April 2028 |
| Days in school | 30 |
| Easter holidays | 8 April 2028 – 23 April 2028 |
Summer Term 2028
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date | 24 April 2028 |
| Closing date | 26 May 2028 |
| Days in school | 24 |
| Bank holiday | 1 May 2028 |
| Half-term | 27 May 2028 – 4 June 2028 |
| Opening date | 5 June 2028 |
| Closing date | 20 July 2028 |
| Days in school | 34 |
| Summer holidays begin | 21 July 2028 |
Oldham School Holidays 2028/2029
Please note: The Oldham Council typically releases confirmed term dates for the 2028/29 academic year approximately 12-18 months in advance. We recommend checking the official Oldham Council website for the latest updates.
Important Holiday Dates at a Glance
| Holiday | 2026/27 | 2027/28 |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn half-term | 24 Oct – 1 Nov 2026 | 23 Oct – 31 Oct 2027 |
| Christmas | 19 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 | 18 Dec 2027 – 3 Jan 2028 |
| Spring half-term | 13 Feb – 21 Feb 2027 | 19 Feb – 27 Feb 2028 |
| Easter | 26 Mar – 11 Apr 2027 | 8 Apr – 23 Apr 2028 |
| Summer half-term | 29 May – 6 Jun 2027 | 27 May – 4 Jun 2028 |
| May bank holiday | 3 May 2027 | 1 May 2028 |
| Summer break begins | 22 July 2027 | 21 July 2028 |
When Do Oldham Schools Return After Easter?
For the 2026/27 academic year, Oldham schools return after the Easter break on 12 April 2027.
For the 2027/28 academic year, students return to school on 24 April 2028.
This return date marks the beginning of the summer term, which typically runs until late July.
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
- Oldham Council Official Website:
- Check specific school closure dates via the Oldham Council school holiday page
FAQs
Are Oldham school holiday dates the same for all schools?
Generally yes. However, individual schools can adjust inset days, so always confirm with your child’s school directly for the most accurate dates.
What are inset days in Oldham schools?
Inset days are teacher training days when schools are closed to pupils. These are used for staff development and planning.
How many school days are there in the Oldham academic year?
The standard academic year in Oldham has 195 school days, as required by UK education regulations.
Do Oldham schools close for bank holidays?
Yes, Oldham schools close for all national bank holidays, including the May Day bank holiday and the late May bank holiday.
Do secondary schools have different term dates to primary schools?
Term dates are generally standardised across Oldham, though secondary schools may have different inset days.