There are five main holiday breaks during the academic year, helping families plan around the official Scottish Borders school holidays and school term dates published by the Scottish Borders Council.
Families can use it for holidays, the school-year planner, and staying informed with Education Scotland guidance and the latest local authority school dates.
Scottish Borders School Holidays 2026/2027
Here are the confirmed Scottish Borders school holidays and term dates for 2026/2027.
Autumn Term
- Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 August 2026 – Staff resume, In-service days
- Wednesday 19 August 2026 – Pupils resume
Mid-term Holidays
- Monday 12 to Friday 16 October 2026 – October holiday
- Monday 19 October 2026 – In-service day, staff resume
- Tuesday 20 October 2026 – Pupils resume
- Monday 30 November 2026 – St Andrew’s Day Holiday (Schools closed)
- Tuesday 22 December 2026 – Last day of term
Christmas Holidays
- Wednesday 23 December 2026 to Tuesday 5 January 2027
Winter/Spring Term
- Wednesday 6 January 2027 – All resume
Mid-term Holiday
- Friday 5 February 2027 – Last day of term
- Monday 8 to Friday 12 February 2027 – Mid-term holiday
- Monday 15 February 2027 – In-service day, staff resume
- Tuesday 16 February 2027 – Pupils resume
- Friday 26 March 2027 – Good Friday Holiday (Schools closed)
- Friday 2 April 2027 – Last day of term
Easter Holidays
- Monday 5 April to Friday 16 April 2027
Summer Term
- Monday 19 April 2027 – All resume
Mid-term Holidays
- Monday 3 May 2027 – May Day Holiday
- Tuesday 4 May 2027 – In-service day, staff resume
- Wednesday 5 May 2027 – Pupils resume
- Thursday 1 July 2027 – Last day of term
Scottish Borders School Holidays 2027/2028
Here are the confirmed Scottish Borders school holidays and term dates for 2027/2028.
Autumn Term
- Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 August 2027 – Staff resume, In-service days
- Wednesday 18 August 2027 – Pupils resume
Mid-term Holidays
- Monday 11 to Friday 15 October 2027 – October holiday
- Monday 18 October 2027 – In-service day, staff resume
- Tuesday 19 October 2027 – Pupils resume
- Monday 29 November 2027 – St Andrew’s Day Holiday (Schools closed)
- Tuesday 21 December 2027 – Last day of term
Christmas Holidays
- Wednesday 22 December 2027 to Wednesday 5 January 2028
Winter/Spring Term
- Thursday 6 January 2028 – All resume
Mid-term Holiday
- Friday 11 February 2028 – Last day of term
- Monday 14 to Friday 18 February 2028 – Mid-term holiday
- Monday 21 February 2028 – In-service day, staff resume
- Tuesday 22 February 2028 – Pupils resume
- Friday 31 March 2028 – Last day of term
Easter Holidays
- Monday 3 to Friday 14 April 2028
Summer Term
- Monday 17 April 2028 – All resume
Mid-term Holidays
- Monday 1 May 2028 – May Day Holiday
- Tuesday 2 May 2028 – In-service day, staff resume
- Wednesday 3 May 2028 – Pupils resume
- Thursday 29 June 2028 – Last day of term
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.
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Scottish Borders School Holidays 2028/2029
Here are the confirmed Scottish Borders school holidays and term dates for 2028/2029.
Autumn Term
- Monday 14 and Tuesday 15 August 2028 – Staff resume, In-service days
- Wednesday 16 August 2028 – Pupils resume
Mid-term Holidays
- Monday 9 to Friday 13 October 2028 – October holiday
- Monday 16 October 2028 – In-service day, staff resume
- Tuesday 17 October 2028 – Pupils resume
- Monday 4 December 2028 – St Andrew’s Day Holiday (Schools closed)
- Friday 22 December 2028 – Last day of term
Christmas Holidays
- Monday 25 December 2028 to Friday 5 January 2029
Winter/Spring Term
- Monday 8 January 2029 – All resume
Mid-term Holiday
- Friday 9 February 2029 – Last day of term
- Monday 12 to Friday 16 February 2029 – Mid-term holiday
- Monday 19 February 2029 – In-service day, staff resume
- Tuesday 20 February 2029 – Pupils resume
- Thursday 29 March 2029 – Last day of term
Easter Holidays
- Friday 30 March to Friday 13 April 2029
Summer Term
- Monday 16 April 2029 – All resume
Mid-term Holidays
- Monday 7 May 2029 – May Day Holiday
- Tuesday 8 May 2029 – In-service day, staff resume
- Wednesday 9 May 2029 – Pupils resume
- Thursday 28 June 2029 – Last day of term
Understanding Casual Holidays
Each cluster of schools in the Scottish Borders gets to allocate one casual holiday for both pupils and staff. These are often aligned to their local festival or community celebrations—a wonderful nod to the region’s rich cultural heritage.
Also Check: Glasgow School Holidays
Useful Resources
- Scottish Borders Council – Official source for all school-related information
- Scottish Government – Updates on national education policies
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.
FAQs
Are Scottish Borders school holidays the same as the rest of Scotland?
No, they differ. Each local authority school’s dates are set independently by their respective councils. Scottish Borders Council determines its own calendar, so always check the official school term dates for your area.
What happens during in-service days?
In-service days (INSET) are staff training day sessions where teachers and support staff undergo professional development. The school closure dates on these days mean no pupils attend, ensuring educators are fully prepared for the term ahead.
How many holidays do Scottish Borders schools have?
There are multiple breaks throughout the school year planner: an October break, Christmas break, a February mid-term break, Easter break, and a May Day holiday. Plus, the long summer term break is from late June/July to mid-August.
What are casual holidays in the Scottish Borders?
Casual holidays are additional days off given to each school cluster, often tied to local festivals or community celebrations. They are confirmed by individual clusters and vary across the region, adding a personal touch to the term structure.
Is St. Andrew’s Day a school holiday in the Scottish Borders?
Yes. The public holiday on 30 November (or 4 December if it falls on a weekend) means schools are closed for pupils and staff, offering a lovely break just before the festive season begins.