The Whitby High School Term Dates 2025/26 – FAQ

The Whitby High School Term Dates 2025/26

When is the Autumn term (start and end)?
  • Start: Tuesday 2nd September 2025
  • Finish: Friday 19th December 2025
When is the Autumn half term?
Monday 27th October 2025 – Friday 31st October 2025
When is the Spring term (start and end)?
  • Start: Monday 5th January 2026
  • Finish: Thursday 2nd April 2026
When is the Spring half term?
Monday 16th February 2026 – Friday 20th February 2026
When is the Summer term (start and end)?
  • Start: Monday 20th April 2026
  • Finish: Friday 17th July 2026
When is the Summer half term?
Monday 25th May 2026 – Friday 29th May 2026 (Whitsun Holiday)
Christmas Holiday (between Autumn and Spring terms)
A two-week break between the Autumn and Spring terms.
Note: The school calendar provided does not list specific Christmas Holiday dates; only the term start/finish dates above are shown.
Easter Holiday (between Spring and Summer terms)
A two-week break between the Spring and Summer terms, which may not always align with the Easter bank holiday weekend.
Note: Exact dates are not listed on the school calendar; only term start/finish dates are provided.
Summer Holiday (after Summer term)
The longest break, typically about six weeks from late July to early September.
Note: Specific Summer Holiday dates are not shown on the school calendar; Summer term ends on Friday 17th July 2026.
Which Bank/Public Holidays are shown on the school calendar?
  • Bank Holiday: Monday 4th May 2026 (listed on the calendar)
Other national public holidays (New Year's Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Spring Bank Holiday, Summer Bank Holiday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day) are not listed on this school calendar image/PDF.
Are there any INSET/Staff Training Days?
Yes. The calendar shows:
  • Monday 1st September 2025
  • Friday 26th September 2025
  • Friday 13th February 2026
  • Monday 20th July 2026
  • Tuesday 21st July 2026
Is there anything special during the Summer term?
Yes. The calendar specifically notes:
  • Term Start: Monday 20th April 2026
  • Early May Bank Holiday: Monday 4th May 2026
  • Whitsun/Summer Half Term: Monday 25th May 2026 – Friday 29th May 2026
  • Term Finish: Friday 17th July 2026
Where can I confirm future updates or variations?
Always check the school’s official communications for any changes to INSET days or term dates. This FAQ reflects only the dates shown on the provided 2025/26 calendar image/PDF.