There are six main holiday breaks throughout the academic year, giving families regular opportunities to plan ahead. The Ceredigion School Holidays calendar includes the summer holiday, Christmas and Easter breaks, along with three half-term holidays.
Keeping track of the official Ceredigion school holidays and term dates helps parents organise childcare, travel plans, and family activities more effectively. Knowing the confirmed school dates also helps avoid confusion around closures and inset days.
This page provides clear and up-to-date information on Ceredigion school term dates, all in one place. It helps families stay informed and confidently manage the school calendar throughout the year.
Ceredigion School Holidays 2025/2026
The 2025/26 school year starts on Wednesday 3 September 2025 and ends on Friday 17 July 2026. Below is the full breakdown of Ceredigion school holidays by term.
Autumn Term 2025
- Start: Wednesday 3 September 2025
- Half-term: Monday 27 October – Friday 31 October 2025
- End: Friday 19 December 2025
Spring Term 2026
- Start: Monday 5 January 2026
- Half-term: Monday 16 February – Friday 20 February 2026
- End: Friday 27 March 2026
Summer Term 2026
- Start: Monday 13 April 2026
- Half-term: Monday 25 May – Friday 29 May 2026
- End: Friday 17 July 2026
Ceredigion School Holidays 2026/2027
Below are the Ceredigion school term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Autumn Term 2026
- Start: Thursday 3 September 2026
- Half-term: Monday 26 October – Friday 30 October 2026
- End: Friday 18 December 2026
Spring Term 2027
- Start: Monday 4 January 2027
- Half-term: Monday 15 February – Friday 19 February 2027
- End: Friday 26 March 2027
Summer Term 2027
- Start: Monday 12 April 2027
- Half-term: Monday 31 May – Friday 4 June 2027
- End: Friday 16 July 2027
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.
Check more: Wales School Holidays
Ceredigion School Holidays 2027/2028
Below are the Ceredigion school term dates for the 2027/2028 academic year.
Autumn Term 2027
- Start: Thursday 2 September 2027
- Half-term: Monday 25 October – Friday 29 October 2027
- End: Friday 17 December 2027
Spring Term 2028
- Start: Tuesday 4 January 2028
- Half-term: Monday 21 February – Friday 25 February 2028
- End: Friday 31 March 2028
Summer Term 2028
- Start: Monday 17 April 2028
- Half-term: Monday 29 May – Friday 2 June 2028
- End: Friday 21 July 2028
Key Holidays in Ceredigion School
| Holiday / Break | 2025/26 Dates | 2026/27 Dates | 2027/28 Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Half-term | 27–31 Oct 2025 | 26–30 Oct 2026 | 25–29 Oct 2027 |
| Christmas Break | 22 Dec–2 Jan | 21 Dec–1 Jan | 20 Dec–31 Dec |
| Spring Half-term | 16–20 Feb 2026 | 15–19 Feb 2027 | 21–25 Feb 2028 |
| Easter Break | 30 Mar–10 Apr | 29 Mar–9 Apr | 3–14 Apr |
| Summer Half-term | 25–29 May 2026 | 31 May–4 June 2027 | 29 May–2 June 2028 |
| Summer Holidays | 20 Jul–1 Sept | 19 Jul–2 Sept | 24 Jul–1 Sept |
When Does the School Year Run in Ceredigion?
1st September to 31st August the following year.
But here’s where it gets interesting—Ceredigion follows the three terms per school year model, just like most of Wales. However, the Easter holiday impact on term dates is huge. If Easter falls early (late March), the spring term ends before the break. If Easter falls late (mid-April), the spring term extends into April.
Also, government policy changes school holidays can happen overnight—think pandemic or snow days. That’s why Ceredigion County Council’s liability disclaimer exists: they don’t cover losses from altered holiday arrangements. So never book a non-refundable trip on the first day of the school commencement dates unless you’ve checked for teacher training days (inset days).
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: Powys School Holidays
Useful Resources
- Ceredigion County Council
FAQs
Are Ceredigion school holidays the same as England?
Wales sets its own term dates, and Ceredigion often starts autumn term a day later than English border authorities.
Do inset days count as school holidays?
No. Inset days are teacher training days—schools are closed to pupils but open for staff.
Can Ceredigion County Council change term dates after release?
Yes. Government policy changes school holidays, and the council can adjust dates without liability.
Is Easter always a two-week break in Ceredigion?
Usually, yes. But the spring term end date shifts so Easter falls entirely within the holiday.
Do Ceredigion schools close for St. David’s Day?
No. It’s not a statutory school closure date, though some schools hold celebrations.