There are five main holiday periods in the academic year, giving families structured breaks to organise their plans. The South Lanarkshire School Holidays calendar includes the summer holiday, Christmas and Easter breaks, plus two half-term holidays.
This page provides reliable and updated information on South Lanarkshire School Holidays and Term Dates, all clearly presented in one place. It’s designed to help families stay informed and confidently manage the school calendar.
South Lanarkshire School Holidays 2025/2026
Planning for the 2025-2026 academic year? Here are the official South Lanarkshire School Holidays and term structures.
2025-2026 Term Dates
| Term | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | Thursday 14 August 2025 | Friday 10 October 2025 |
| October Break | Monday 13 October 2025 | Friday 17 October 2025 |
| Winter Term | Monday 20 October 2025 | Tuesday 23 December 2025 |
| Christmas Break | Wednesday 24 December 2025 | Monday 5 January 2026 |
| Spring Term | Tuesday 6 January 2026 | Friday 13 February 2026 |
| February Break | Monday 16 February 2026 | Friday 20 February 2026 |
| Spring Term (Cont.) | Monday 23 February 2026 | Thursday 2 April 2026 |
| Spring/Easter Break | Friday 3 April 2026 | Friday 17 April 2026 |
| Summer Term | Monday 20 April 2026 | Friday 26 June 2026 |
2025-2026 Bank & Local Holidays
| Holiday Name | Date |
|---|---|
| May Day | Monday 4 May 2026 |
| Local Holiday | Friday 29 May 2026 & Monday 1 June 2026 |
| Lanark Local Holiday | Thursday 11 June & Friday 12 June 2026 |
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South Lanarkshire School Holidays 2026/2027
These South Lanarkshire School Holidays 2026 and 2027 dates have been approved by the education resources committee.
2026-2027 Term Dates
| Term | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers Return | Tuesday 11 August 2026 | – |
| Pupils Return | Thursday 13 August 2026 | – |
| Autumn Term | Thursday 13 August 2026 | Friday 9 October 2026 |
| September Weekend | Friday 25 Sept & Monday 28 Sept 2026 | – |
| October Break | Monday 12 October 2026 | Friday 16 October 2026 |
| Winter Term | Monday 19 October 2026 | Tuesday 22 December 2026 |
| Christmas Break | Wednesday 23 December 2026 | Tuesday 5 January 2027 |
| Spring Term | Wednesday 6 January 2027 | Friday 12 February 2027 |
| February Break | Monday 15 February 2027 | Friday 19 February 2027 |
| Spring Term (Cont.) | Monday 22 February 2027 | Friday 2 April 2027 |
| Spring Break | Monday 5 April 2027 | Friday 16 April 2027 |
| Summer Term | Monday 19 April 2027 | Friday 25 June 2027 |
2026-2027 Bank & Local Holidays
| Holiday Name | Date |
|---|---|
| Good Friday | Friday 26 March 2027 |
| Easter Monday | Monday 29 March 2027 |
| May Day | Monday 3 May 2027 |
| Local Holiday | Friday 28 May & Monday 31 May 2027 |
| Lanark Local Holiday | Thursday 10 June & Friday 11 June 2027 |
South Lanarkshire School Holidays 2027/2028
Looking further ahead? Here are the South Lanarkshire School Holidays 2027 and 2028 dates as currently structured.
2027-2028 Term Dates
| Term | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | August 2027 (TBC) | October 2027 (TBC) |
| October Break | October 2027 (TBC) | October 2027 (TBC) |
| Winter Term | October 2027 (TBC) | December 2027 (TBC) |
| Christmas Break | Late December 2027 | Early January 2028 |
| Spring Term | January 2028 (TBC) | February 2028 (TBC) |
| February Break | February 2028 (TBC) | February 2028 (TBC) |
| Spring Break | April 2028 (TBC) | April 2028 (TBC) |
| Summer Term | April 2028 (TBC) | Late June 2028 |
2027-2028 Bank & Local Holidays
| Holiday Name | Projected Date Range |
|---|---|
| Good Friday | Late March / Early April 2028 |
| Easter Monday | Late March / Early April 2028 |
| May Day | Early May 2028 |
| Local Holiday | Late May / Early June 2028 |
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Detailed South Lanarkshire School Holidays Explained
Understanding how the school year breaks down helps with long-term planning. The council structures the year around three main terms.
Autumn Term
This usually kicks off in mid-August, starting with the teachers return a few days before the pupils return. A key feature of this term is the september weekend, a long break unique to Scotland. The term runs until the October break, a full week off in mid-October.
Spring Term
Starting in early January after the Christmas break, the spring term includes the February break (a long weekend/week off) and often encompasses Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays. It concludes with the spring break in early April.
Summer Term
The final stretch begins after the spring break. This term includes the May Day and local holiday long weekends. The summer break officially begins when school closes at the end of June, marking the end of the school year Scotland.
Key Bank Holidays & Half Term in South Lanarkshire
The council school holidays include specific public and local holidays.
- September Weekend: A distinct two-day holiday (Fri & Mon) in late September.
- May Day: A national holiday observed on the first Monday of May.
- Local Holiday: Usually the last Friday in May and the following Monday. Note that Lanark schools often take this holiday in mid-June instead.
- Good Friday & Easter Monday: These are holidays for all non-denominational schools.
More School Holidays
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- Aberdeen School Holidays
- Renfrewshire School Holidays
- South Ayrshire School Holidays
- Highland School Holidays
Useful Resources
For the most up-to-date information and official approved dates, always refer to the council.
FAQs
When do pupils return to school in South Lanarkshire after summer?
Usually the second or third week of August. In 2026, pupils return on Thursday 13 August.
How many in-service days are there in South Lanarkshire?
There are typically 5 in-service days per academic year for teacher training.
Are South Lanarkshire school holidays the same for all schools?
Mostly yes, but Lanark schools have a different local holiday in June.
When is the October break in South Lanarkshire?
The south lanarkshire october break is usually the second or third full week of October.
When is the February break in South Lanarkshire?
The south lanarkshire february break is typically the third week of February.
Does the council provide a printable school calendar?
Yes, the South Lanarkshire Council usually provides a PDF version of the school calendar on their website.
When do teachers return to work?
Teachers return usually occurs two days before the pupils return for in-service training.
What is the September weekend?
It is a traditional two-day local holiday in Scotland, falling on the last Friday and following Monday of September.