There are five main school holiday periods during the academic year, giving families regular breaks to plan ahead. The Fermanagh School Holidays calendar typically includes the summer holiday, Christmas and Easter breaks, along with two mid-term holidays.
Keeping track of the official Fermanagh school holidays and term dates helps parents organise childcare, travel plans, and work commitments more effectively. Knowing key school dates in advance also helps avoid confusion around closures and staff training days.
Fermanagh School Holidays 2025/2026
Below are the Fermanagh school holidays and dates in the 2025/2026 academic year. Schools may adjust slightly at their own discretion.
| Event | Dates (inclusive) |
|---|---|
| Schools resume after summer holiday | 1 September 2025 |
| Halloween break | 30 & 31 October 2025 |
| Christmas holidays & New Year break | 22 December 2025 – 2 January 2026 |
| Mid-term break | 12 & 13 February 2026 |
| St Patrick’s Day school closure | 17 March 2026 |
| Easter holidays | 2 April – 10 April 2026 |
| May Day | 4 May 2026 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 25 May 2026 |
| Summer holiday begins | 1 July 2026 |
Fermanagh School Holidays 2026/2027
| Event | Dates (inclusive) |
|---|---|
| Schools resume after summer holiday | 1 September 2026 |
| Halloween break | 29 & 30 October 2026 |
| Christmas holidays & New Year break | 21 December 2026 – 1 January 2027 |
| Mid-term break | 11 & 12 February 2027 |
| St Patrick’s Day school closure | 17 March 2027 |
| Easter holidays | 25 March – 2 April 2027 |
| May Day | 3 May 2027 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 31 May 2027 |
| Summer holiday begins | 1 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: Northern Ireland School Holidays
Staff Training & School Development Days in Fermanagh
Here’s something many parents miss. Schools also take staff training and school development days—sometimes called teacher training days or inset days schools use for planning.
- Pupils do not attend on these days—even though the date isn’t a public holiday.
- Each school has discretionary days – typically 3–5 per academic year.
- Dates vary by school. Always check your individual school holiday dates directly.
Key Holidays in Fermanagh School
- Autumn term break – Halloween (2 days, October)
- Christmas closure – 2–3 weeks (December–January)
- Spring term break – Mid-term (February) + St Patrick’s Day (17 March)
- Easter break dates – 9–10 days (March–April)
- May Day – 1 day (first Monday in May)
- Spring Bank Holiday – 1 day (late May)
- Summer holiday begins – 1 July (school finishing dates July)
Do All Fermanagh Schools Take the Same Holidays?
Short answer? Mostly yes, but not exactly.
The Education Authority dates set a standard framework across Northern Ireland’s school holidays. However, school discretion on holidays means the following:
- A primary school might add an extra staff training day before Halloween.
- Another school could shift a midterm break by 1–2 days for local events.
- Fermanagh Council doesn’t set holiday dates but coordinates with schools on community events.
So while the majority of dates match the tables above, always verify with your specific school’s school calendar in Fermanagh.
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: Ards and North Down School Holidays
Useful Resources
- Fermanagh Council – Local events and school coordination
- Education NI – Official Northern Ireland school holidays updates
- Education Authority dates
FAQs
Are Fermanagh school holidays the same for all schools?
No. Most follow the Education Authority framework, but individual schools can adjust for staff training days and local needs.
Do pupils attend school on staff training days?
No. Pupils do not attend on these days because teachers use them for curriculum planning and development.
Is St. Patrick’s Day a school holiday in Fermanagh?
Yes. It is a non-operational day for most Fermanagh schools under Northern Ireland holiday rules.
Can a school change its Halloween break dates?
Yes, but rarely. Schools have discretionary days but typically align with the inclusive dates shown above.
Do Fermanagh schools close for May Day?
Yes. May Day is a bank holiday school closure across all Northern Ireland schools.
Is the summer holiday start date always 1 July?
Usually. Schools resume after the summer holiday in September, and the summer holiday begins 1 July unless varied by development days.