The 2026 school year in Birmingham is already underway, and many of us are eagerly anticipating the next getaway. With Easter arriving early next year, school holidays will follow swiftly.
Knowing the Birmingham school term dates ahead of time is essential for smooth planning, whether you’re booking travel or arranging childcare with nurseries, childminders, holiday clubs, or grandparents. Early planning often means better travel deals and less stress during busy periods.
Below is the comprehensive list of school term start and end dates, as well as school holiday breaks for Birmingham City Council schools from January 2026 through the spring term of 2027. Please note that individual schools may have additional teacher training days, so always check with your child’s school for the most accurate schedule.
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- Term starts: Monday, 5 January 2026
- February Half Term: Monday, 16 February – Friday, 20 February 2026
- Easter Holidays begin: Friday, 27 March 2026
- Term resumes: Monday, 13 April 2026
- Whitsun Half Term: Monday, 25 May – Friday, 29 May 2026
- Summer Holidays begin: Monday, 20 July 2026
- Autumn Term starts: Tuesday, 1 September 2026
- October Half Term: Monday, 26 October – Friday, 30 October 2026
- Christmas Holidays start: Friday, 18 December 2026
- Term starts: Monday, 4 January 2027
- February Half Term: Monday, 15 February – Friday, 19 February 2027
- Easter Holidays begin: Thursday, 25 March 2027
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