Term 1
27 January 2028
to
31 March 2028
to
31 March 2028
9w 1d
Victoria school term dates 2028
This page focuses on Victorian school dates for 2028. 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 Thursday, 27 January 2028, while government school students start on Friday, 28 January 2028.
📅 2028 Victorian School Term Dates
2028
Term 2
18 April 2028
to
30 June 2028
to
30 June 2028
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Term 3
17 July 2028
to
22 September 2028
to
22 September 2028
9w 4d
Term 4
9 October 2028
to
21 December 2028
to
21 December 2028
10w 3d
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Thursday, 27 January 2028 | Friday, 31 March 2028 |
| Term 2 | Tuesday, 18 April 2028 | Friday, 30 June 2028 |
| Term 3 | Monday, 17 July 2028 | Friday, 22 September 2028 |
| Term 4 | Monday, 9 October 2028 | Thursday, 21 December 2028 |
🏖️ School Holidays Victoria 2028
These are the main school holiday breaks between terms in Victoria for 2028. Use them as a planning guide and confirm details with your school when needed.
Autumn school holidays
Between Term 1 and Term 2
1 April 2028 – 17 April 2028
17
days off
Winter school holidays
Between Term 2 and Term 3
1 July 2028 – 16 July 2028
16
days off
Spring school holidays
Between Term 3 and Term 4
23 September 2028 – 8 October 2028
16
days off
Summer school holidays
After Term 4 2028
22 December 2028 – 28 January 2029
38
days off
Plain-English summary for 2028
In 2028, Victorian government school students begin the school year on Friday, 28 January 2028. The official Term 1 start date is Thursday, 27 January 2028, and the listed final day of Term 4 is Thursday, 21 December 2028.
2028 term dates table
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Thursday, 27 January 2028 | Friday, 31 March 2028 |
| Term 2 | Tuesday, 18 April 2028 | Friday, 30 June 2028 |
| Term 3 | Monday, 17 July 2028 | Friday, 22 September 2028 |
| Term 4 | Monday, 9 October 2028 | Thursday, 21 December 2028 |
2028 school holiday breaks table
| School holiday break | Starts | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn school holidays | Saturday, 1 April 2028 | Monday, 17 April 2028 | 17 days |
| Winter school holidays | Saturday, 1 July 2028 | Sunday, 16 July 2028 | 16 days |
| Spring school holidays | Saturday, 23 September 2028 | Sunday, 8 October 2028 | 16 days |
| Summer school holidays | Friday, 22 December 2028 | Sunday, 28 January 2029 | 38 days |
Frequently asked questions about 2028 school dates
When do Victorian schools go back in 2028?
Victorian government school students start on Friday, 28 January 2028. The official Term 1 start date is Thursday, 27 January 2028.
When are the 2028 school holidays in Victoria?
The holiday breaks are listed above between each term. The final summer holiday starts after Term 4 ends on Thursday, 21 December 2028.
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.