There are five main school holiday periods in Armagh each academic year, including the summer holidays, Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and mid-term breaks.
The Armagh School Holidays schedule helps parents and carers plan family time, childcare, and important dates around school closures.
This page provides clear and reliable Armagh School Holidays and term dates, making it easy to check term times and school holiday dates throughout the academic year.
Armagh School Holidays 2025/2026
2025-2026 Term Dates
| Term | Starting Date | Ending Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | Monday 1 September 2025 | Friday 19 December 2025 |
| Spring Term | Monday 5 January 2026 | Thursday 2 April 2026 |
| Summer Term | Monday 20 April 2026 | Tuesday 30 June 2026 |
2025-2026 Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| St Patrick’s Day | Tuesday 17 March 2026 |
| May Day | Monday 4 May 2026 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | Monday 25 May 2026 |
Key Holiday Periods: The Armagh school Easter break dates for 2026 are from Thursday 2 April to Friday 10 April. The Armagh school February break (mid-term) is on Thursday 12 & Friday 13 February 2026.
Armagh School Holidays 2026/2027
2026-2027 Term Dates
| Term | Starting Date | Ending Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | Tuesday 1 September 2026 | Friday 18 December 2026 |
| Spring Term | Monday 4 January 2027 | Thursday 1 April 2027 |
| Summer Term | Monday 19 April 2027 | Wednesday 30 June 2027 |
2026-2027 Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| St Patrick’s Day | Wednesday 17 March 2027 |
| May Day | Monday 3 May 2027 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | Monday 31 May 2027 |
Note: These dates are projections. The Armagh school holiday schedule for 2026/2027, including precise half term dates, will be confirmed closer to the time by the Armagh Council and Education Authority.
Armagh School Holidays 2027/2028
2027-2028 Term Dates
| Term | Starting Date | Ending Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | Wednesday 1 September 2027 | Friday 17 December 2027 |
| Spring Term | Monday 3 January 2028 | Thursday 23 March 2028 |
| Summer Term | Monday 10 April 2028 | Friday 29 June 2028 |
2027-2028 Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| St Patrick’s Day | Friday 17 March 2028 |
| May Day | Monday 1 May 2028 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | Monday 29 May 2028 |
Planning Ahead: Use this Armagh school academic year calendar to get ahead. The Armagh school summer holiday start for 2028 is projected for Friday 29 June.
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.
Detailed Armagh School Holidays Explained
Understanding the structure of the school year helps with long-term planning. Here’s how the holiday periods typically break down:
- Autumn Term: Runs from September to December, featuring the Halloween holidays (a short mid-term break) and the longer Christmas holiday.
- Spring Term: Runs from January to Easter, including a February break and culminating in the Easter holidays.
- Summer Term: Runs from April to June or early July, including the May Day and Spring Bank Holiday closures, before schools close for the long summer break.
Armagh School Training Days
Understanding School Development & Training Days
Apart from the main school holidays, all schools schedule staff training days (also called school development days or inset days). These are non pupil days where pupils do not attend.
Crucially, these dates are at their own discretion, meaning they can vary school-to-school. Always check your child’s specific Armagh School Calendar for their exact training days.
For absolute certainty, always double-check the final Armagh school holidays and dates with your child’s school and the official Armagh Council resource below.
Related School Holidays
- Northern Ireland School Holidays
- Derry School Holidays
- Belfast School Holidays
- Lisburn School Holidays
Useful Resources
For the most official school dates and announcements, always refer to the source:
- Armagh Council & Northern Ireland Education Authority:
FAQs
Are school holidays the same for all Armagh schools?
No. While the main holiday periods follow the Education Authority NI term dates, individual schools have discretion over staff training days and may adjust some school closure dates.
What are the Easter holiday dates for Armagh schools?
The Armagh school Easter holiday dates are 2-10 April 2026. Dates for future years are projections and will be officially confirmed.
When do Armagh schools break up for summer in 2026?
The summer holiday begins for most in Armagh on Wednesday 1 July 2026, following the end of the summer term.
Do schools close for St Patrick’s Day in Armagh?
Yes. St Patrick’s Day school holiday Armagh is a standard bank holiday closure for all schools in the region.
What is a school development day?
These are staff training days where teachers undertake training. They are non-operational dates for pupils, forming part of the school holiday list you receive from your school.