City of London School Term Dates 2026

City of London School Term Dates 2026 – FAQs

When does the Spring Term 2026 start and end?
The Spring Term 2026 begins on Tuesday 6 January 2026 and ends at 4pm on Friday 27 March 2026.
When is the Spring Half Term in 2026?
Spring Half Term runs from Monday 16 February to Friday 20 February 2026.
Are there any staff training days during the Spring Term?
Yes. Staff training takes place on Monday 5 January 2026, and there is no school for pupils on this day.
When does the Summer Term 2026 start and end?
The Summer Term begins on Monday 20 April 2026 and ends at 12.10pm on Thursday 2 July 2026.
When is the Summer Half Term in 2026?
Summer Half Term takes place from Monday 25 May to Friday 29 May 2026.
Are there any school closure or staff training days during the Summer Term?
Yes. The school is closed for the Early May Bank Holiday on Monday 4 May 2026. Staff training days take place from Monday 11 May to Wednesday 13 May 2026, with no school for pupils.
When does the Autumn Term 2026 start and end?
The Autumn Term begins for all pupils on Friday 4 September 2026 and ends at 12.10pm on Friday 11 December 2026.
When is the Autumn Half Term in 2026?
Autumn Half Term runs from Monday 19 October to Friday 30 October 2026.
Are there staff training or induction days at the start of Autumn Term?
Yes. Staff training takes place on Tuesday 1 September and Wednesday 2 September 2026. Pupil induction is held on Thursday 3 September 2026.
When is the Christmas Holiday?
The Christmas Holiday is a two-week break between the end of the Autumn Term and the start of the Spring Term.
When is the Easter Holiday?
The Easter Holiday is a two-week break between the Spring Term and the Summer Term.
When is the Summer Holiday?
The Summer Holiday is the longest break of the academic year, lasting from early July until early September.
Which bank and public holidays occur during the 2026 school year?
Bank and public holidays include New Year’s Day (1 January), Good Friday, Easter Monday, Early May Bank Holiday (first Monday in May), Spring Bank Holiday (last Monday in May), Summer Bank Holiday (last Monday in August), Christmas Day (25 December), and Boxing Day (26 December).