Powys School Holidays and Term Dates

🔄 Updated: 10 March 2026

There are six main holiday breaks during the academic year, giving families clear points to plan time away from school. The Powys School Holidays calendar includes the summer holiday, Christmas and Easter breaks, along with three half-term holidays.

Staying updated with the official Powys School Holidays and term dates helps parents organise childcare, book trips early, and manage work schedules. Knowing the confirmed start and finish dates also prevents confusion around inset days and school closures.

Powys School Holidays 2025/2026

Here are the confirmed Powys School Holidays and term dates from the authority’s school calendar, keeping in mind they remain subject to change based on welsh government policy.

2025-2026 Term Dates

TermStart DateEnd Date
Autumn Term 2025Monday 1 September 2025Friday 24 October 2025
Half TermMonday 27 October 2025Friday 31 October 2025
Autumn Term (Continued)Monday 3 November 2025Friday 19 December 2025
Spring Term 2026Monday 5 January 2026Friday 13 February 2026
Half TermMonday 16 February 2026Friday 20 February 2026
Spring Term (Continued)Monday 23 February 2026Friday 27 March 2026
Summer Term 2026Monday 13 April 2026Friday 22 May 2026
Half TermMonday 25 May 2026Friday 29 May 2026
Summer Term (Continued)Monday 1 June 2026Friday 17 July 2026

2025-2026 Bank Holidays and Events

Bank Holiday / EventDate
Good FridayFriday 3 April 2026
Easter MondayMonday 6 April 2026
May Day Bank HolidayMonday 4 May 2026
Spring Bank HolidayMonday 25 May 2026
Royal Welsh ShowMonday 20 July – Thursday 23 July 2026

Powys School Holidays 2026/2027

Powys School Holidays 2026-2027 academic year follows a similar pattern, though always check your local school’s published calendar for any variations.

2026-2027 Term Dates

TermStart DateEnd Date
Autumn Term 2026Tuesday 1 September 2026Friday 23 October 2026
Half TermMonday 26 October 2026Friday 30 October 2026
Autumn Term (Continued)Monday 2 November 2026Friday 18 December 2026
Spring Term 2027Monday 4 January 2027Friday 12 February 2027
Half TermMonday 15 February 2027Friday 19 February 2027
Spring Term (Continued)Monday 22 February 2027Friday 26 March 2027
Summer Term 2027Monday 12 April 2027Friday 28 May 2027
Half TermMonday 31 May 2027Friday 4 June 2027
Summer Term (Continued)Monday 7 June 2027Friday 16 July 2027

2026-2027 Bank Holidays and Events

Bank Holiday / EventDate
Good FridayFriday 26 March 2027
Easter MondayMonday 29 March 2027
May Day Bank HolidayMonday 3 May 2027
Spring Bank HolidayMonday 31 May 2027
Royal Welsh ShowMonday 19 July – Thursday 22 July 2027

Check More: Wales School Holidays

Powys School Holidays 2027/2028

For the super-planners among us, here are the Powys School Holidays 2027-2028 dates. Remember, these are subject to final confirmation from Powys County Council.

2027-2028 Term Dates

TermStart DateEnd Date
Autumn Term 2027Wednesday 1 September 2027Friday 22 October 2027
Half TermMonday 25 October 2027Friday 29 October 2027
Autumn Term (Continued)Monday 1 November 2027Friday 17 December 2027
Spring Term 2028Tuesday 4 January 2028Friday 11 February 2028
Half TermMonday 14 February 2028Friday 18 February 2028
Spring Term (Continued)Monday 21 February 2028Friday 31 March 2028
Summer Term 2028Monday 17 April 2028Friday 26 May 2028
Half TermMonday 29 May 2028Friday 2 June 2028
Summer Term (Continued)Monday 5 June 2028Friday 14 July 2028

2027-2028 Bank Holidays and Events

Bank Holiday / EventDate
Good FridayFriday 14 April 2028
Easter MondayMonday 17 April 2028
May Day Bank HolidayMonday 1 May 2028
Spring Bank HolidayMonday 29 May 2028
Royal Welsh ShowMonday 17 July – Thursday 20 July 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.

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Inset Days: Non-Pupil Days in Powys

Inset days (also called non-pupil days or training days) are when school staff receive professional development while students stay home. Across Powys, these days vary significantly by cluster schools and catchment area.

Here’s what you need to know about inset days for powys schools:

  • Cluster Variations: Each cluster—from brecon cluster to newtown cluster, welshpool cluster to crickhowell cluster—sets its own inset days. This is why two nearby schools might have different days off.
  • Additional Inset Days: Some clusters add extra training days throughout the year. Always check your local school’s published calendar.
  • Common Dates: While clusters vary, several inset days apply county-wide, such as the first day of autumn term.
Powys School Holidays and Term Dates
Powys School Holidays and Term Dates

Public Holidays and Events in Powys

Beyond term dates and inset days, several public holidays and annual events affect the school calendar across Wales.

EventTypical TimingImpact on Schools
Good FridayMarch or AprilSchool closed (bank holiday)
Easter MondayMarch or AprilSchool closed (bank holiday)
May Day Bank HolidayFirst Monday in MaySchool closed
Spring Bank HolidayLast Monday in MaySchool closed (often coincides with half term)
Royal Welsh ShowThird week of JulySome rural schools report lower attendance; event traffic may affect travel

These bank holidays are fixed across Wales and provide additional days off for students and staff alike.

Also Read: Cardiff School Holidays

Useful Resources

For the most up-to-date information and to confirm your local school’s specific dates:

  • Powys County Council:
Check the official Powys County Council Website

FAQs

Are these Powys term dates confirmed?

The council-published framework dates are confirmed, but individual schools may add additional inset days. Always verify with your specific school.

Can Powys schools change their term dates?
Where can I find my specific school’s calendar?
How do Powys term dates compare to the rest of Wales?
What happens if a school adds extra inset days?
Do all Powys schools follow the same holiday pattern?

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