There are six main school holiday periods in Bridgend each academic year, including the summer break, Christmas, Easter, and three half-term holidays. The Bridgend School Holidays calendar gives families a clear overview of when schools close and reopen throughout the year.
This page outlines the latest Bridgend School Holidays and term dates, helping parents to plan ahead with accurate and easy-to-check information. No more guessing—just clear, council-confirmed dates from Bridgend County Council education dates.
Bridgend School Holidays 2025/2026
2025–2026 Term Dates
Official Bridgend council term dates for the Bridgend School Holidays academic year 2025/26.
| Term | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term 2025 | Monday 1 September 2025 | Friday 19 December 2025 |
| Autumn Half-Term | Monday 27 October 2025 | Friday 31 October 2025 |
| Spring Term 2026 | Monday 5 January 2026 | Friday 27 March 2026 |
| Spring Half-Term | Monday 16 February 2026 | Friday 20 February 2026 |
| Summer Term 2026 | Monday 13 April 2026 | Monday 20 July 2026 |
| Summer Half-Term | Monday 25 May 2026 | Friday 29 May 2026 |
2025–2026 Bank Holidays
UK public holidays Bridgend schools observe.
| Bank Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Christmas Day | Thursday 25 December 2025 |
| Boxing Day | Friday 26 December 2025 |
| New Year’s Day | Thursday 1 January 2026 |
| Good Friday | Friday 3 April 2026 |
| Easter Monday | Monday 6 April 2026 |
| Early May Bank Holiday | Monday 4 May 2026 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | Monday 25 May 2026 |
| Summer Bank Holiday | Monday 31 August 2026 |
Bridgend School Holidays 2026/2027
2026–2027 Term Dates
Your complete Bridgend school holidays calendar 2026/27 – first day of school Bridgend to last day of school Bridgend.
| Term | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term 2026 | Tuesday 1 September 2026 | Friday 18 December 2026 |
| Autumn Half-Term | Monday 26 October 2026 | Friday 30 October 2026 |
| Spring Term 2027 | Monday 4 January 2027 | Friday 19 March 2027 |
| Spring Half-Term | Monday 8 February 2027 | Friday 12 February 2027 |
| Summer Term 2027 | Monday 5 April 2027 | Tuesday 20 July 2027 |
| Summer Half-Term | Monday 31 May 2027 | Friday 4 June 2027 |
2026–2027 Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December 2026 |
| Boxing Day | Saturday 26 December 2026 (observed Monday 28 Dec) |
| New Year’s Day | Friday 1 January 2027 |
| Good Friday | Friday 26 March 2027 |
| Easter Monday | Monday 29 March 2027 |
| Early May Bank Holiday | Monday 3 May 2027 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | Monday 31 May 2027 |
| Summer Bank Holiday | Monday 30 August 2027 |
Bridgend School Holidays 2027/2028
2027–2028 Term Dates
Planning ahead? Here are the Bridgend school holidays and term dates 2027/28 – confirmed by Bridgend County Council.
| Term | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term 2027 | Wednesday 1 September 2027 | Friday 17 December 2027 |
| Autumn Half-Term | Monday 25 October 2027 | Friday 29 October 2027 |
| Spring Term 2028 | Tuesday 4 January 2028 | Friday 24 March 2028 |
| Spring Half-Term | Monday 14 February 2028 | Friday 18 February 2028 |
| Summer Term 2028 | Monday 3 April 2028 | Friday 21 July 2028 |
| Summer Half-Term | Monday 29 May 2028 | Friday 2 June 2028 |
2027–2028 Bank Holidays
| Bank Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Christmas Day | Saturday 25 December 2027 (observed Monday 27 Dec) |
| Boxing Day | Sunday 26 December 2027 (observed Tuesday 28 Dec) |
| New Year’s Day | Saturday 1 January 2028 (observed Monday 3 Jan) |
| Good Friday | Friday 14 April 2028 |
| Easter Monday | Monday 17 April 2028 |
| Early May Bank Holiday | Monday 1 May 2028 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | Monday 29 May 2028 |
| Summer Bank Holiday | Monday 28 August 2028 |
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.
Detailed Bridgend School Holidays Explained
Autumn Term
The Bridgend autumn term is the longest stretch, running from early September to just before Christmas. It includes the Bridgend October half-term (always the last full week of October) and wraps up with Bridgend Christmas holiday dates.
Spring Term
Kicking off in January, the Bridgend spring term features the Bridgend February half-term and concludes with Bridgend Easter holiday dates. The spring half-term usually falls in the third week of February. Expect around 11–12 teaching weeks.
Summer Term
The Bridgend summer term is all about the final push before the long break. It includes the Bridgend May half-term (aligned with the Spring Bank Holiday) and ends in late July. The Bridgend summer half-term usually coincides with the Spring Bank Holiday, making it a perfect mini-break.
Inset Days and Training Days
Here’s the honest truth: Bridgend inset days (also called Bridgend school training days or Bridgend staff development days) are set individually by each school. Bridgend County Borough Council sets the term dates, but school closure dates for teacher training vary.
How to find YOUR school’s inset days:
- Visit your school’s website (look for “Term Dates” or “Calendar”)
- Search “[School Name] Bridgend inset days by school”
- Call the school office directly – they’re happy to help
Pro tip: Most Bridgend primaries take their inset days on the first day of term or the last day of school Bridgend. Secondary schools often scatter theirs throughout the year.
Need specific dates? Try Bridgend school contact for inset days – admin staff usually have the full year planned by March.
Bank Holidays vs School Holidays
Not all days off are created equal! Here’s the difference:
| School Holiday | Bank Holiday |
|---|---|
| Set by Bridgend County Council education dates | Set by UK Government |
| Same for almost all Bridgend state schools | Same for the whole country |
| Includes Bridgend autumn half-term, spring half-term, summer half-term | Includes Christmas, Easter, May Day, etc. |
| Schools are always closed | Schools are always closed |
Important: The Bridgend May half-term deliberately overlaps with the Spring Bank Holiday – that’s not a coincidence! It gives families a full week off with one day being an official public holiday.
Bridgend inset days are the one variable. Bookmark your school’s website, save our guide, and you’ll never be caught off guard by a school closure date again.
Related School Holidays
- Wales School Holidays
- Cardiff School Holidays
- Newport School Holidays
- Swansea School Holidays
- Flintshire School Holidays
- Wrexham School Holidays
Useful Resources
Bridgend County Borough Council: Official source for all Bridgend school term dates.
For private school term dates Bridgend, independent schools Bridgend holidays, or Bridgend Catholic schools term dates, please contact the individual schools directly.
FAQs
What is the longest school holiday in Bridgend?
Summer. The Bridgend summer term ends in mid-to-late July, and pupils don’t return until early September – that’s roughly 6 weeks off.
Do all Bridgend schools finish on the same day?
Yes, for term dates; no, for inset days. All council-run schools follow the same Bridgend term finish dates, but Bridgend inset days vary by school, so your child may break up earlier.
Are Bridgend schools closed for Easter Monday?
Yes. Good Friday and Easter Monday are UK public holidays Bridgend schools observe, regardless of term dates.
Do Welsh medium schools follow the same term dates?
Yes. Welsh medium schools Bridgend term dates are identical to English-medium state schools. The language of instruction doesn’t change the calendar.
How many inset days do Bridgend schools have?
Usually 5 per academic year. These Bridgend school training days are spread across the year – check with your specific school.