Term 1
27 January 2026
to
2 April 2026
to
2 April 2026
9w 2d
Victoria school term dates 2026
This page focuses on Victorian school dates for 2026. It gives a clear year-only view of Term 1, Term 2, Term 3 and Term 4 so families can plan school returns, leave, childcare, travel and activities.
The dates follow the Victorian Government school term schedule. Independent, private and Catholic schools may vary, so check directly with the school before making major plans.
Important Term 1 note: the official Term 1 start date is Tuesday, 27 January 2026, while government school students start on Wednesday, 28 January 2026.
📅 2026 Victorian School Term Dates
2026
Term 2
20 April 2026
to
26 June 2026
to
26 June 2026
9w 4d
Term 3
13 July 2026
to
18 September 2026
to
18 September 2026
9w 4d
Term 4
5 October 2026
to
18 December 2026
to
18 December 2026
10w 4d
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Tuesday, 27 January 2026 | Thursday, 2 April 2026 |
| Term 2 | Monday, 20 April 2026 | Friday, 26 June 2026 |
| Term 3 | Monday, 13 July 2026 | Friday, 18 September 2026 |
| Term 4 | Monday, 5 October 2026 | Friday, 18 December 2026 |
🏖️ School Holidays Victoria 2026
These are the main school holiday breaks between terms in Victoria for 2026. Use them as a planning guide and confirm details with your school when needed.
Autumn school holidays
Between Term 1 and Term 2
3 April 2026 – 19 April 2026
17
days off
Winter school holidays
Between Term 2 and Term 3
27 June 2026 – 12 July 2026
16
days off
Spring school holidays
Between Term 3 and Term 4
19 September 2026 – 4 October 2026
16
days off
Summer school holidays
After Term 4 2026
19 December 2026 – 26 January 2027
39
days off
Plain-English summary for 2026
In 2026, Victorian government school students begin the school year on Wednesday, 28 January 2026. The official Term 1 start date is Tuesday, 27 January 2026, and the listed final day of Term 4 is Friday, 18 December 2026.
2026 term dates table
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Tuesday, 27 January 2026 | Thursday, 2 April 2026 |
| Term 2 | Monday, 20 April 2026 | Friday, 26 June 2026 |
| Term 3 | Monday, 13 July 2026 | Friday, 18 September 2026 |
| Term 4 | Monday, 5 October 2026 | Friday, 18 December 2026 |
2026 school holiday breaks table
| School holiday break | Starts | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn school holidays | Friday, 3 April 2026 | Sunday, 19 April 2026 | 17 days |
| Winter school holidays | Saturday, 27 June 2026 | Sunday, 12 July 2026 | 16 days |
| Spring school holidays | Saturday, 19 September 2026 | Sunday, 4 October 2026 | 16 days |
| Summer school holidays | Saturday, 19 December 2026 | Tuesday, 26 January 2027 | 39 days |
Frequently asked questions about 2026 school dates
When do Victorian schools go back in 2026?
Victorian government school students start on Wednesday, 28 January 2026. The official Term 1 start date is Tuesday, 27 January 2026.
When are the 2026 school holidays in Victoria?
The holiday breaks are listed above between each term. The final summer holiday starts after Term 4 ends on Friday, 18 December 2026.
Are these dates the same for every Victorian school?
No. These dates are based on Victorian government schools. Independent, private and Catholic schools may set different student dates or pupil-free days.