Planning your family schedule around the Aberdeen school holidays just got easier. There are five main school holiday periods in Aberdeen each academic year, including the summer holidays, Christmas, Easter, and mid-term breaks.
This page provides clear and reliable Aberdeen School Holidays and term dates, making it easy to check term times and school holiday dates throughout the academic year.
Aberdeen School Holidays 2025/2026
2025-2026 Term Dates
| Term | Starting Date | Ending Date |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Tuesday 19 August 2025 | Friday 10 October 2025 |
| Term 2 | Monday 27 October 2025 | Friday 19 December 2025 |
| Term 3 | Monday 5 January 2026 | Friday 27 March 2026 |
| Term 4 | Monday 13 April 2026 | Thursday 2 July 2026 |
2025-2026 Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| September Weekend | Monday 22 September 2025 |
| Christmas Day | Thursday 25 December 2025 |
| Boxing Day | Friday 26 December 2025 |
| New Year’s Day | Thursday 1 January 2026 |
| May Day | Monday 4 May 2026 |
Aberdeen School Holidays 2026/2027
2026-2027 Term Dates
| Term | Starting Date | Ending Date |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Monday 17 August 2026 | Friday 9 October 2026 |
| Term 2 | Monday 26 October 2026 | Friday 18 December 2026 |
| Term 3 | Tuesday 5 January 2027 | Thursday 25 March 2027 |
| Term 4 | Monday 12 April 2027 | Friday 2 July 2027 |
2026-2027 Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| September Weekend | Monday 21 September 2026 |
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December 2026 |
| Boxing Day | Monday 28 December 2026 |
| New Year’s Day | Friday 1 January 2027 |
| May Day | Monday 3 May 2027 |
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Aberdeen School Holidays 2027/2028
Note: *Official Aberdeen City Council school dates for the 2027-2028 academic year are typically confirmed in late 2026. The following dates are projected based on the established pattern of local authority term times and previous Aberdeen school session dates.*
2027-2028 Term Dates (Projected)
| Term | Starting Date (Projected) | Ending Date (Projected) |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Monday 16 August 2027 | Friday 8 October 2027 |
| Term 2 | Monday 25 October 2027 | Friday 17 December 2027 |
| Term 3 | Monday 4 January 2028 | Thursday 23 March 2028 |
| Term 4 | Monday 10 April 2028 | Friday 30 June 2028 |
2027-2028 Bank Holidays (Projected)
| Bank Holiday | Date (Projected) |
|---|---|
| September Weekend | Monday 20 September 2027 |
| Christmas Day | Monday 27 December 2027* |
| Boxing Day | Tuesday 28 December 2027* |
| New Year’s Day | Monday 3 January 2028* |
| May Day | Monday 1 May 2028 |
*Substitute days as Christmas and New Year fall on weekends.
Detailed Aberdeen School Holidays Explained
The Aberdeen school calendar is divided into four terms, with holidays in October, at Christmas, in February (mid-term), and spring. Pupil holidays Aberdeen also include public holidays like the Aberdeen May Day holiday and the Aberdeen September holiday dates. Key dates to watch are Aberdeen term starts and Aberdeen term ends, which frame each break.
Always check for school closures Aberdeen on specific teacher in-service days Aberdeen, which are dedicated staff training days when pupils do not attend.
Aberdeen School In-Service Days
These are crucial for school holiday planning Aberdeen. They are separate from pupil holidays Aberdeen and mean the school is closed to students. Dates for the upcoming years are listed in the official tables above, typically occurring at the start of terms and around mid-term breaks.
Public Holidays Affecting Schools
Two key Aberdeen public holidays school closures are:
- May Day Holiday: This spring public holiday (e.g., Aberdeen May Day holiday on 4 May 2026) is always a day off.
- September Holiday: The local autumn holiday (e.g., Aberdeen September holiday dates in mid-September) gives a long weekend.
Bookmark this Aberdeen school year planner and explore our site for guides to other Scotland School Holidays.
More School Holidays
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- Fife School Holidays
- Dundee School Holidays
- Renfrewshire School Holidays
Useful Resources
For the most authoritative source, always refer to the Aberdeen City Council website under council services education childcare.
FAQs
When do Aberdeen schools go back in August?
Schools typically go back in mid-to-late August. For the 2026Â academic year Aberdeen, term starts on Tuesday 17 August 2026.
When do Aberdeen schools finish for summer?
The summer break usually starts in early July. In 2026, the final Aberdeen term ends on Thursday 2 July 2026.
Are there school holidays in February?
Yes, there is a mid-term break in February. The Aberdeen mid term holiday February 2026 is on Monday 9 February, followed by two in-service days.
Do all schools in Aberdeen follow the same holiday dates?
Yes, all local authority-run schools follow the Aberdeen City Council school dates. However, some independent or grant-aided schools may have slight variations, so it’s best to check directly.
What is the difference between a holiday and an in-service day?
A holiday is a break for both pupils and staff. An in-service day is a school closure Aberdeen for teacher training, so pupils stay home but staff work. They are key dates for school holiday planning Aberdeen.