There are five main holiday breaks during the academic year, helping families plan around the official East Renfrewshire school holidays and term dates. Published by East Renfrewshire Council, the annual school calendar outlines key dates across the autumn term, spring term, and summer term for schools throughout the area.
This page provides a complete academic calendar to support school year planning and effective use of a holiday planner.
East Renfrewshire School Holidays 2025/2026
Here are the East Renfrewshire school holidays and term dates for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Third Term – April to June 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Re-open | Monday 20 April |
| Last day of school | Friday 1 May |
| May Day | Monday 4 May |
| Re-open | Tuesday 5 May |
| In-service | Thursday 7 May |
| Last day of school | Thursday 21 May |
| May weekend | Friday 22 May |
| May weekend | Monday 25 May |
| Re-open | Tuesday 26 May |
| Last day of school | Friday 26 June |
East Renfrewshire School Holidays 2026/2027
Here are the East Renfrewshire school holidays and term dates for the 2026-2027 academic year.
First Term – August to December 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Teachers return | Monday 10 August |
| In-service | Monday 10 August |
| In-service | Tuesday 11 August |
| Pupils return | Wednesday 12 August |
| Last day of school | Thursday 24 September |
| September weekend | Friday 25 September |
| September weekend | Monday 28 September |
| Re-open | Tuesday 29 September |
| Last day of school | Thursday 8 October |
| In-service | Friday 9 October |
| Re-open | Monday 19 October |
| Last day of school | Friday 18 December |
Second Term – January to April 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Re-open | Tuesday 5 January |
| Last day of school | Friday 12 February |
| Mid term | Monday 15 February |
| Mid term | Tuesday 16 February |
| In-service | Wednesday 17 February |
| Re-open | Thursday 18 February |
| Last day of school | Thursday 25 March |
| Good Friday | Friday 26 March |
| Easter Monday | Monday 29 March |
| Re-open | Tuesday 30 March |
| Last day of school | Friday 2 April |
Third Term – April to June 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Re-open | Monday 19 April |
| Last day of school | Friday 30 April |
| May Day | Monday 3 May |
| Re-open | Tuesday 4 May |
| In-Service | Thursday 6 May |
| Re-open | Friday 7 May |
| Last day of school | Thursday 27 May |
| May Weekend | Friday 28 May |
| May Weekend | Monday 31 May |
| Re-open | Tuesday 1 June |
| Last day of school | Friday 25 June |
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East Renfrewshire School Holidays 2027/2028
Here are the East Renfrewshire school holidays and term dates for the 2027-2028 academic year.
First Term – August to December 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Teachers return | Thursday 12 August |
| In-service | Thursday 12 August |
| In-service | Friday 13 August |
| Pupils return | Monday 16 August |
| Last day of school | Thursday 23 September |
| September weekend | Friday 24 September |
| September weekend | Monday 27 September |
| Re-open | Tuesday 28 September |
| Last day of school | Thursday 7 October |
| In-service | Friday 8 October |
| Re-open | Monday 18 October |
| Last day of school | Wednesday 22 December |
Second Term – January to April 2028
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Re-open | Wednesday 5 January |
| Last day of school | Friday 11 February |
| Mid term | Monday 14 February |
| Mid term | Tuesday 15 February |
| In-service | Wednesday 16 February |
| Re-open | Thursday 17 February |
| Last day of school | Friday 31 March |
| Good Friday | Friday 14 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday 17 April |
Third Term – April to June 2028
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Re-open | Tuesday 18 April |
| Last day of school | Friday 28 April |
| May Day | Monday 1 May |
| In-service | Tuesday 2 May |
| Re-open | Wednesday 3 May |
| Last day of school | Thursday 25 May |
| May Weekend | Friday 26 May |
| May Weekend | Monday 29 May |
| Re-open | Tuesday 30 May |
| Last day of school | Friday 23 June |
School Holidays Academic Calendars
| Academic Year | Download Link |
|---|---|
| Term Dates 2025 to 2026 | Download 2025/2026 PDF |
| Term Dates 2026 to 2027 | Download 2026/2027 PDF |
| Term Dates 2027 to 2028 | Download 2027/2028 PDF |
Useful Resources
For the most up-to-date information, always check with the local authority.
- East Renfrewshire Council
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FAQs
What are the Easter holidays for East Renfrewshire schools in 2027?
The Easter break is from 26 March 2027 (Good Friday) and schools re-open on 30 March 2027.
Are schools closed on May Day in East Renfrewshire?
Yes, May Day is a public holiday. Schools are closed on 3 May 2027.
What is the October break in East Renfrewshire?
The October break for 2026 is from 12 October to 18 October, with a planned in-service day on Friday 9 October.
When is the September weekend holiday?
For the 2026/2027 term, the September weekend is on Friday 25 September and Monday 28 September 2026.
Do all schools in East Renfrewshire have the same holiday dates?
While the council sets the main calendar, it’s always best to check with your specific school for any minor variations, especially for in-service days.