Term Dates 

School term dates and holidays

The school year consists of 190 'pupil' days. In addition, teaching staff must be available to work five extra days (or a total of 30 hours) during the year, this time is used for staff development.

Who sets term dates

Term dates for community and voluntary controlled schools are set by the local authority in consultation with neighbouring authorities and groups representing school staff.

Staff development days/INSET days

In Wiltshire, all five staff development days (or the equivalent of 30 hours) are set at the individual school's discretion.

All days will be taken within the 195 published term days.

Term dates Academic year 2025-26

Term dates Academic year 2026-27