There are six main holiday breaks during the academic year, helping families structure plans around the official Merthyr Tydfil school holidays and term dates. Published by Merthyr Tydfil County Council, the yearly school holiday dates include the autumn term, spring term, summer term, and important half term dates throughout the year.
The annual schedule includes the October half term, February half term, May half term, and Easter holidays, along with May bank holidays, Good Friday, and Easter Monday closures. Parents can also stay updated with school closure days, staff training days in Wales, and official INSET days listed in the yearly calendar.
This page provides complete details on the academic year calendar in Wales and the full school holiday pattern Merthyr schools follow each year. It helps families, pupils, and staff stay informed and prepared for all important school holidays and term dates.
Merthyr Tydfil School Holidays 2025/2026
Below are the Merthyr Tydfil school holidays and term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.
Autumn Term 2025
- Term begins: Monday, 1 September 2025
- Half term starts: Monday, 27 October 2025
- Half term ends: Friday, 31 October 2025
- Term ends: Friday, 19 December 2025
Spring Term 2026
- Term begins: Monday, 5 January 2026
- Half term starts: Monday, 16 February 2026
- Half term ends: Friday, 20 February 2026
- Term ends: Friday, 27 March 2026
Summer Term 2026
- Term begins: Monday, 13 April 2026
- Half term starts: Monday, 25 May 2026
- Half term ends: Friday, 29 May 2026
- Term ends: Monday, 20 July 2026
Merthyr Tydfil School Holidays 2026/2027
Below are the Merthyr Tydfil school holidays and term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Autumn Term 2026
- Term begins: Tuesday, 1 September 2026
- Half term starts: Monday, 26 October 2026
- Half term ends: Friday, 30 October 2026
- Term ends: Friday, 18 December 2026
Spring Term 2027
- Term begins: Monday, 4 January 2027
- Half term starts: Monday, 8 February 2027
- Half term ends: Friday, 12 February 2027
- Term ends: Friday, 19 March 2027
Summer Term 2027
- Term begins: Monday, 5 April 2027
- Half term starts: Monday, 31 May 2027
- Half term ends: Friday, 4 June 2027
- Term ends: Tuesday, 20 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
Merthyr Tydfil School Holidays 2027/2028
Below are the Merthyr Tydfil school holidays and term dates for the 2027/2028 academic year.
Autumn Term 2027
- Term begins: Wednesday, 1 September 2027 (estimated)
- Half term starts: Monday, 25 October 2027
- Half term ends: Friday, 29 October 2027
- Term ends: Friday, 17 December 2027
Spring Term 2028
- Term begins: Tuesday, 4 January 2028
- Half term starts: Monday, 14 February 2028
- Half term ends: Friday, 18 February 2028
- Term ends: Friday, 31 March 2028
Summer Term 2028
- Term begins: Monday, 10 April 2028
- Half term starts: Monday, 29 May 2028
- Half term ends: Friday, 2 June 2028
- Term ends: Friday, 21 July 2028
INSET Days (Staff Training)
Here’s the thing about INSET days in Merthyr Tydfil—the council doesn’t publish a single universal list. Why? Because each school sets its own training days.
But here’s what you need to know:
- Every Merthyr Tydfil school gets five INSET days per academic year
- These are school closure days for pupils
- Schools must notify parents at least two weeks in advance
Your best move? Contact your child’s school directly for their exact INSET calendar. Or check their website’s term dates page.
Bank Holiday School Closures
Some bank holidays fall inside term time. On these days, all Merthyr Tydfil schools are closed.
| Academic Year | Bank Holiday Closures |
|---|---|
| 2026/2027 | Monday 3 May 2027 (May Day) |
| 2027/2028 | Monday 1 May 2028 (May Day – estimated) |
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: Carmarthenshire School Holidays
Useful Resources
- Merthyr Tydfil County Council – Official term dates page
FAQs
Are all Merthyr Tydfil schools closed on May bank holidays?
Yes. Schools close completely on May Day bank holidays, even if they fall mid-term.
Do INSET days vary by school in Merthyr Tydfil?
Yes. Each school chooses its own five staff training days. Check your school directly.
Is Good Friday a school holiday in Merthyr Tydfil?
Yes. Good Friday is a bank holiday, so all schools are closed.
Does Merthyr Tydfil Council publish a PDF calendar?
Not always. Most schools publish dates on their websites instead of a single council PDF.
Are Easter Monday and Easter Tuesday both school closures?
Easter Monday is closed (bank holiday). Easter Tuesday is open unless it’s an INSET day.