There are five main school holiday periods during the academic year, giving families regular breaks to plan ahead. The East Dunbartonshire School Holidays calendar includes the summer holiday, Christmas and Easter breaks, along with two mid-term holidays.
Keeping up with the official East Dunbartonshire school holidays and term dates helps parents organise childcare, travel, and work schedules more efficiently. Knowing the confirmed school dates also helps avoid confusion around closures and in-service days.
Let’s dive into every pupil’s return and last day of term so you can master your school year planner with confidence.
East Dunbartonshire School Holidays 2025/2026
Here are the East Dunbartonshire school holidays for the 2025-2026 academic year.
| Holiday / Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers return | Tue 12 Aug 2025 | Tue 12 Aug 2025 |
| In-service day (teachers only) | Wed 13 Aug 2025 | Wed 13 Aug 2025 |
| Pupils return | Thu 14 Aug 2025 | Thu 14 Aug 2025 |
| September weekend | Fri 26 Sep 2025 | Mon 29 Sep 2025 |
| In-service day (teachers) | Fri 10 Oct 2025 | Fri 10 Oct 2025 |
| October break | Mon 13 Oct 2025 | Fri 17 Oct 2025 |
| Last day of term (Christmas) | Fri 19 Dec 2025 | Fri 19 Dec 2025 |
| Christmas holidays | Mon 22 Dec 2025 | Fri 2 Jan 2026 |
| February break | Mon 16 Feb 2026 | Tue 17 Feb 2026 |
| In-service day | Wed 18 Feb 2026 | Wed 18 Feb 2026 |
| Easter break | Fri 3 Apr 2026 | Fri 17 Apr 2026 |
| May Day (closed) | Mon 4 May 2026 | Mon 4 May 2026 |
| May weekend | Fri 22 May 2026 | Mon 25 May 2026 |
| Last day of school (summer) | Thu 25 Jun 2026 | Thu 25 Jun 2026 |
East Dunbartonshire School Holidays 2026/2027
Here are the East Dunbartonshire school holidays for the 2026-2027 academic year.
| Holiday / Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers return | Thu 13 Aug 2026 | Thu 13 Aug 2026 |
| In-service day | Fri 14 Aug 2026 | Fri 14 Aug 2026 |
| Pupils return | Mon 17 Aug 2026 | Mon 17 Aug 2026 |
| September weekend | Fri 25 Sep 2026 | Mon 28 Sep 2026 |
| In-service day | Fri 9 Oct 2026 | Fri 9 Oct 2026 |
| October break | Mon 12 Oct 2026 | Fri 16 Oct 2026 |
| Last day of term | Fri 18 Dec 2026 | Fri 18 Dec 2026 |
| Christmas & New Year | Mon 21 Dec 2026 | Mon 4 Jan 2027 |
| February break | Mon 15 Feb 2027 | Tue 16 Feb 2027 |
| In-service day | Wed 17 Feb 2027 | Wed 17 Feb 2027 |
| Easter weekend (break) | Fri 26 Mar 2027 | Mon 29 Mar 2027 |
| Easter break | Mon 5 Apr 2027 | Fri 16 Apr 2027 |
| May Day (closed) | Mon 3 May 2027 | Mon 3 May 2027 |
| May weekend | Fri 28 May 2027 | Mon 31 May 2027 |
| Last day of school | Wed 30 Jun 2027 | Wed 30 Jun 2027 |
Find UK School Holidays by Council
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East Dunbartonshire School Holidays 2027/2028
| Holiday / Event | Projected Start | Projected End |
|---|---|---|
| Pupils return | Mon 16 Aug 2027 | Mon 16 Aug 2027 |
| September weekend | Fri 24 Sep 2027 | Mon 27 Sep 2027 |
| October break | Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Fri 15 Oct 2027 |
| Christmas holidays | Mon 20 Dec 2027 | Mon 3 Jan 2028 |
| February break | Mon 14 Feb 2028 | Tue 15 Feb 2028 |
| Easter break | Fri 7 Apr 2028 | Fri 21 Apr 2028 |
| May weekend | Fri 26 May 2028 | Mon 29 May 2028 |
| Last day of school | Fri 30 Jun 2028 | Fri 30 Jun 2028 |
Teacher In-Service Days in East Dunbartonshire
Let’s be honest: in-service days (or staff development days) catch more parents off guard than any other school closure. East Dunbartonshire schedules five non-pupil days per academic year. These are teacher training days when pupils do NOT attend.
In-service days for 2026/2027:
- Thursday 13 August 2026
- Friday 14 August 2026
- Friday 9 October 2026
- Wednesday 17 February 2027
- Tuesday 4 May 2027
School Reopening Dates After Each Break
Nobody wants to be that parent who shows up a day late (or a week early). Here are all the school reopening dates for East Dunbartonshire across both academic years.
After September weekend:
- 2026: Tuesday 29 September
- 2027: Tuesday 28 September (projected)
After October break:
- 2026: Monday 19 October
- 2027: Monday 18 October (projected)
After Christmas holidays:
- 2026/27: Tuesday 5 January 2027
- 2027/28: Tuesday 4 January 2028 (projected)
After February break:
- 2026: Thursday 19 February
- 2027: Thursday 18 February
- 2028: Thursday 17 February (projected)
After Easter break:
- 2026: Monday 20 April
- 2027: Monday 19 April
- 2028: Monday 24 April (projected)
After May Day / May weekend:
- 2026: Tuesday 26 May
- 2027: Tuesday 1 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.
Also Check: Scotland School Holidays
Useful Resources
- East Dunbartonshire Council – Official term time approvals
FAQs
Do East Dunbartonshire schools close for the September weekend?
Yes. The September weekend is a 4-day break (Friday to Monday). Schools reopen on the following Tuesday.
How many teacher in-service days are there per year?
East Dunbartonshire Council schedules five non-pupil days each academic year for teacher training and staff development.
Are Easter break dates the same for primary and secondary schools?
Yes. East Dunbartonshire primary schools and East Dunbartonshire secondary schools follow identical academic calendar dates for all holidays, including Easter.
What’s the difference between October break and mid-term break?
None. The October break (one week) is also called mid-term break locally. They refer to the same October closure.
Can I take my child on holiday during term time in East Dunbartonshire?
Only with permission. The council follows Scottish Government guidance. Unauthorised term-time holiday booking may result in a penalty notice. Always request leave in advance.