Walney Academy Term Dates 2025–2026

Walney Academy Term Dates 2025–2026

When does the Autumn Term 2025 start and end?
The Autumn Term 2025 at Walney Academy starts on Wednesday 3 September 2025 and ends on Friday 19 December 2025.
When is the Autumn Half Term Holiday 2025?
The Autumn Half Term Holiday 2025 runs from Monday 27 October 2025 to Friday 31 October 2025.
When does the Spring Term 2026 start and end?
The Spring Term 2026 begins on Wednesday 7 January 2026 and ends on Friday 27 March 2026.
When is the Spring Half Term Holiday 2026?
The Spring Half Term Holiday 2026 is from Monday 16 February 2026 to Friday 20 February 2026.
When does the Summer Term 2026 start and end?
The Summer Term 2026 runs from Monday 13 April 2026 to Friday 17 July 2026.
When is the Summer Half Term Holiday 2026?
The Summer Half Term Holiday 2026 takes place from Monday 25 May 2026 to Friday 29 May 2026.
When are the Christmas Holidays?
The Christmas Holiday is a two-week break between the Autumn and Spring terms.
When are the Easter Holidays?
The Easter Holiday is a two-week break between the Spring and Summer terms, which may not always align exactly with the Easter bank holiday weekend.
When are the Summer Holidays?
The Summer Holiday is the longest break, lasting about six weeks from late July to early September.
What are the Inset Days for staff?
Inset Days are on Monday 1 September 2025 and Tuesday 2 September 2025. These are staff training days and students do not attend.
What are the Bank and Public Holidays for 2025–2026?
  • New Year’s Day – 1 January 2026
  • Good Friday – 3 April 2026
  • Easter Monday – 6 April 2026
  • Early May Bank Holiday – 4 May 2026
  • Spring Bank Holiday – 25 May 2026
  • Summer Bank Holiday – 31 August 2026
  • Christmas Day – 25 December 2025
  • Boxing Day – 26 December 2025
Are there any additional CPD sessions?
Days 3, 4, and 5 will comprise fortnightly CPD sessions for staff.