School term dates

School term dates and school holidays

The term dates listed on this page apply to maintained schools in Hartlepool (schools run by us).

Academies, voluntary aided schools, and foundation special schools may have different term and holiday dates. This is because their governing bodies or trust boards set their own calendars.

To confirm the term dates for your child’s school, please check the school’s website or contact the school directly.

Academic year 2025 to 2026

Autumn term 2025

Term  Start date End date
First half term Monday 1 September 2025 Friday 24 October 2025
October half term holidays Monday 27 October 2025 Friday 31 October 2025
Second half term Monday 3 November 2025 Friday 19 December 2025
Christmas holidays Monday 22 December 2025 Friday 2 January 2026

Spring term 2026

Term Start date End date
First half term Monday 5 January 2026 Friday 20 February 2026
February half term holidays Monday 23 February 2026 Friday 27 February 2026
Second half term Monday 2 March 2026 Thursday 2 April 2026
Easter holidays Friday 3 April 2026 Friday 17 April 2026

Summer term 2026

Term Start date End date
First half term Monday 20 April 2026 Friday 22 May 2026
May half term holiday Monday 25 May 2026 Friday 29 May 2026
Second half term Monday 1 June 2026 Tuesday 21 July 2026
Summer holidays Wednesday 22 July 2026  

INSET days

Schools close to pupils on several days a year for in-service education and training (INSET) days. You will need to contact the schools directly for these dates, or check their websites.