RCT School Holidays and Term Dates

🔄 Updated: 9 February 2026

Planning your family’s year around the RCT school holidays calendar just got easier. There are six main school holiday periods in RCT each academic year, including the summer holidays, Christmas, Easter, and three half-term breaks.

Find key dates like October half term dates, Christmas holidays dates, and RCT school holiday dates Easter. We detail school spring term dates, school summer term start date, and all school breaks RCT, including February half term dates and RCT school holidays May bank holiday. 

This page provides clear and up-to-date RCT School Holidays and term dates, making it easy to check term times and school holiday dates throughout the academic year.

RCT School Holidays 2025/2026

Plan your year with the complete RCT school term dates for the 2025/26 school year RCT. These dates apply to all LEA maintained schools RCT.

2025-2026 Term Dates

TermStarting DateEnding Date
Autumn Term 2025Monday, 1 September 2025Friday, 24 October 2025
October Half TermMonday, 27 October 2025Friday, 31 October 2025
Autumn Term 2025Monday, 3 November 2025Friday, 19 December 2025
Christmas HolidaysMonday, 22 December 2025Friday, 2 January 2026
Spring Term 2026Monday, 5 January 2026Friday, 13 February 2026
February Half TermMonday, 16 February 2026Friday, 20 February 2026
Spring Term 2026Monday, 23 February 2026Friday, 27 March 2026
Easter HolidaysMonday, 30 March 2026Friday, 10 April 2026
Summer Term 2026Monday, 13 April 2026Friday, 22 May 2026
May Half TermMonday, 25 May 2026Friday, 29 May 2026
Summer Term 2026Monday, 1 June 2026Monday, 20 July 2026

2025-2026 Bank Holidays

Bank HolidayDate
May Day Bank HolidayMonday, 4 May 2026

*Note: Monday, 20th July 2026 is a confirmed RCT INSET day for all LEA-maintained schools.*

RCT School Holidays 2026/2027

Get ahead on your school holiday planner for the 2026/27 academic calendar RCT. Below are the school dates for Rhondda Cynon Taf.

2026-2027 Term Dates

TermStarting DateEnding Date
Autumn Term 2026Tuesday, 1 September 2026Friday, 23 October 2026
October Half TermMonday, 26 October 2026Friday, 30 October 2026
Autumn Term 2026Monday, 2 November 2026Friday, 18 December 2026
Christmas HolidaysMonday, 21 December 2026Friday, 1 January 2027
Spring Term 2027Monday, 4 January 2027Friday, 5 February 2027
February Half TermMonday, 8 February 2027Friday, 12 February 2027
Spring Term 2027Monday, 15 February 2027Friday, 19 March 2027
Easter HolidaysMonday, 22 March 2027Friday, 2 April 2027
Summer Term 2027Monday, 5 April 2027Friday, 28 May 2027
May Half TermMonday, 31 May 2027Friday, 4 June 2027
Summer Term 2027Monday, 7 June 2027Tuesday, 20 July 2027

2026-2027 Bank Holidays

Bank HolidayDate
May Day Bank HolidayMonday, 3 May 2027

Note: Tuesday, 1st September 2026 is a confirmed RCT INSET day.

Have a Question About School Holiday Dates?

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Detailed RCT School Holidays Explained

Let’s break down what each part of the RCT school holidays calendar really means for your family’s routine. Understanding the rhythm of the academic calendar RCT helps with everything from booking trips to planning childcare.

Autumn Term

  • Starts: Early September.
  • Includes: RCT October half term dates (a one-week break in late October).
  • Ends: Mid to late December for the Christmas holidays.
  • Tip: Use the October half term for a short reset before the busy run-up to Christmas.

Spring Term

  • Starts: Early January.
  • Includes: RCT February half term dates (a one-week break in February).
  • Ends: Late March or early April for the Easter holidays.
  • Tip: The February break is ideal for a cosy getaway or catching up before the term’s final push.

Summer Term

  • Starts: Mid-April.
  • Includes: The RCT school holidays May bank holiday closure and a week-long May half term.
  • Ends: Mid-to-late July.
  • Tip: This term is packed with events like sports days and exams. The May half term is a popular time for an early summer holiday before the end-of-year rush.
RCT School Holidays and Term Dates
RCT School Holidays and Term Dates

What are INSET Days? (Teacher Training Days)

INSET days are teacher training days RCT when staff are in school for development, but pupils are not required to attend. They are crucial school closures RCT to note in your school year planner RCT. For 2025/26, one confirmed day is Monday 20th July 2026. Schools typically have five INSET days per year, with the others set by individual schools.

Bank Holiday Closures

Schools in RCT are closed on all national bank holidays. The key one affecting the school holiday schedule is the May Day Bank Holiday, which always falls during the summer term. This is a guaranteed school closure RCT.

Bookmark this page and check back for updates on RCT school holidays. Have a fantastic, well-planned year ahead!

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Useful Resources

  • RCT Council: For the most authoritative source, always refer to the official RCT Council school term dates page.
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FAQs

When do RCT schools break up for summer?

In 2026, the last day of school RCT is Monday, 20th July. In 2027, it is Tuesday, 20th July. These dates include the final pupil holidays RCT before the summer break.

Are RCT schools closed on May Day Bank Holiday?
Where can I find term dates for my specific school?
What is the difference between half term and holidays?
Do these dates apply to all schools in Rhondda Cynon Taf?