There are five main school holiday periods in Lisburn each academic year, including the summer holidays, Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and mid-term breaks. The Lisburn School Holidays calendar helps families plan ahead with confidence.
This page provides clear and reliable Lisburn School Holidays and term dates, making it easy for parents and carers to check school closures and term times throughout the academic year.
Lisburn School Holidays 2025/2026
Here is the key academic structure for Lisburn School Holidays 2025/2026 school year in Lisburn.
2025-2026 Term Dates
| Term | Starting Date | Ending Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term 2025 | Wednesday 3rd September 2025 | Friday 19th December 2025 |
| Spring Term 2026 | Monday 5th January 2026 | Friday 27th March 2026 |
| Summer Term 2026 | Monday 13th April 2026 | Thursday 23rd July 2026 |
Please note that schools resume on different dates after holidays. Children return after the half term and Easter break as per individual school schedules.
2025-2026 Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Halloween | 30th & 31st October 2025 |
| St Patrick’s Day | 17th March 2026 |
| Good Friday & Easter Monday | 3rd & 6th April 2026 |
| May Day | 4th May 2026 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 25th May 2026 |
Lisburn School Holidays 2026/2027
Mark your Lisburn school calendar for the following year. Dates are based on standard Northern Ireland patterns and are subject to confirmation by the Lisburn Council and the Education Authority.
2026-2027 Term Dates
| Term | Starting Date (Estimated) | Ending Date (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term 2026 | Early September 2026 | Mid-December 2026 |
| Spring Term 2027 | Early January 2027 | Late March 2027 |
| Summer Term 2027 | Mid-April 2027 | Late July 2027 |
These term dates are projections. Always check with your child’s school for their confirmed operational dates, as these can vary school-to-school.
2026-2027 Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date (Estimated) |
|---|---|
| Halloween | 29th & 30th October 2026 |
| St Patrick’s Day | 17th March 2027 |
| Easter | 26th March & 28th March 2027 |
| May Day | 3rd May 2027 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 31st May 2027 |
Lisburn School Holidays 2027/2028
Get ahead of your long-term planning with these forecasted dates for the 2027/2028 academic year.
2027-2028 Term Dates
| Term | Starting Date (Estimated) | Ending Date (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term 2027 | Early September 2027 | Mid-December 2027 |
| Spring Term 2028 | Early January 2028 | Late March 2028 |
| Summer Term 2028 | Mid-April 2028 | Late July 2028 |
2027-2028 Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date (Estimated) |
|---|---|
| Halloween | 31st October & 1st November 2027 |
| St Patrick’s Day | 17th March 2028 |
| Easter | 14th & 17th April 2028 |
| May Day | 1st May 2028 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 29th May 2028 |
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 Lisburn School Holidays Explained
Understanding the rhythm of the school year helps with planning. Here’s what typically happens in each term.
- Autumn Term: This term starts the academic year in early September. It includes the Halloween break and ends before the Christmas and New Year holidays. The mid-term break in October is a welcome pause.
- Spring Term: Beginning in early January, this term includes the February half term break and leads up to the Easter holidays. St Patrick’s Day is a fixed bank holiday during this term.
- Summer Term: Starting after the Easter break, this is the longest stretch. It includes the May Day and Spring Bank Holiday weekends, a half term break in late May/early June, and culminates in the summer holiday begins in late July.
What are INSET Days (Staff Training)?
INSET Days (In-Service Education and Training) are staff training days dedicated to school development. On these non-operational dates, pupils do not attend school, allowing teachers to undergo essential training. Each school schedules these at their discretion to suit their individual circumstances.
Lisburn School INSET Days Schedule
While exact Lisburn school INSET days vary school-to-school, they are typically sprinkled throughout the year. Common dates include one or two days before children return in September, and days around the end of terms. You should always receive these specific dates directly from your child’s school, as they are not standardised across the region.
Related School Holidays
- Northern Ireland School Holidays
- Derry School Holidays
- Belfast School Holidays
- Armagh School Holidays
- Antrim School Holidays
Useful Resources
For the most authoritative and finalised information, please consult these official sources:
- Lisburn Council: For local community events and potential impacts on services.
- Education Authority Northern Ireland: The central source for policy and regional guidance.
- Official School Websites: Always the most accurate source for that specific school’s term dates, holiday dates, and INSET days.
FAQs
How many statutory teaching days are there?
Typically 190. Schools must provide 190 days of teaching per year, in addition to the 5 INSET days for staff training, as per DfE guidelines.
When do children return after each holiday?
They usually return the weekday immediately following the end of a holiday period. For example, if a holiday ends on a Friday, children return on the following Monday. Always check your school’s specific calendar.
Where can I find official school holiday announcements?
The most reliable source is your child’s own school website or communications. For regional frameworks, check the Education Authority NI website.
Do all schools in Lisburn have the same holiday dates?
Mostly, but not always. While they follow the regional pattern, individual schools have some discretion over INSET days and may adjust start/end dates slightly, leading to school-to-school differences.
Are schools closed on all bank holidays?
Yes. Standard bank holidays like May Day and St Patrick’s Day are non-operational dates for schools. Pupils do not attend on these days.