Term 1
29 January 2029
to
29 March 2029
to
29 March 2029
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Victoria school term dates 2029
This page focuses on Victorian school dates for 2029. 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 Monday, 29 January 2029, while government school students start on Tuesday, 30 January 2029.
📅 2029 Victorian School Term Dates
2029
Term 2
16 April 2029
to
29 June 2029
to
29 June 2029
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Term 3
16 July 2029
to
21 September 2029
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21 September 2029
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Term 4
8 October 2029
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21 December 2029
to
21 December 2029
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| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Monday, 29 January 2029 | Thursday, 29 March 2029 |
| Term 2 | Monday, 16 April 2029 | Friday, 29 June 2029 |
| Term 3 | Monday, 16 July 2029 | Friday, 21 September 2029 |
| Term 4 | Monday, 8 October 2029 | Friday, 21 December 2029 |
🏖️ School Holidays Victoria 2029
These are the main school holiday breaks between terms in Victoria for 2029. Use them as a planning guide and confirm details with your school when needed.
Autumn school holidays
Between Term 1 and Term 2
30 March 2029 – 15 April 2029
17
days off
Winter school holidays
Between Term 2 and Term 3
30 June 2029 – 15 July 2029
16
days off
Spring school holidays
Between Term 3 and Term 4
22 September 2029 – 7 October 2029
16
days off
Summer school holidays
After Term 4 2029
22 December 2029 – 28 January 2030
38
days off
Plain-English summary for 2029
In 2029, Victorian government school students begin the school year on Tuesday, 30 January 2029. The official Term 1 start date is Monday, 29 January 2029, and the listed final day of Term 4 is Friday, 21 December 2029.
2029 term dates table
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Monday, 29 January 2029 | Thursday, 29 March 2029 |
| Term 2 | Monday, 16 April 2029 | Friday, 29 June 2029 |
| Term 3 | Monday, 16 July 2029 | Friday, 21 September 2029 |
| Term 4 | Monday, 8 October 2029 | Friday, 21 December 2029 |
2029 school holiday breaks table
| School holiday break | Starts | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn school holidays | Friday, 30 March 2029 | Sunday, 15 April 2029 | 17 days |
| Winter school holidays | Saturday, 30 June 2029 | Sunday, 15 July 2029 | 16 days |
| Spring school holidays | Saturday, 22 September 2029 | Sunday, 7 October 2029 | 16 days |
| Summer school holidays | Saturday, 22 December 2029 | Monday, 28 January 2030 | 38 days |
Frequently asked questions about 2029 school dates
When do Victorian schools go back in 2029?
Victorian government school students start on Tuesday, 30 January 2029. The official Term 1 start date is Monday, 29 January 2029.
When are the 2029 school holidays in Victoria?
The holiday breaks are listed above between each term. The final summer holiday starts after Term 4 ends on Friday, 21 December 2029.
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.