Scotland School Term Dates and Holidays for 2026–2027

Find school term dates and school holidays for all 32 councils in Scotland. Scottish schools return in August and finish in late June — earlier than England and Wales.

The next school holiday in Scotland is Autumn Half Term, starting on Monday, 12 October 2026.

Scotland's school year differs significantly from England and Wales. Schools return in August, take an October week and a February week instead of half terms, and finish in late June.

Popular Scotland Councils and Their Next School Holiday

Explore popular councils in Scotland and see the next school holiday and holiday start date for each council.

City of Edinburgh Council

The next school holiday for City of Edinburgh Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on , which is 9 days away.

Glasgow City Council

The next school holiday for Glasgow City Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on , which is 9 days away.

Fife Council

The next school holiday for Fife Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on , which is 9 days away.

North Lanarkshire Council

The next school holiday for North Lanarkshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on , which is 9 days away.

South Lanarkshire Council

The next school holiday for South Lanarkshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on , which is 9 days away.

Aberdeenshire Council

The next school holiday for Aberdeenshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on , which is 9 days away.

All Scotland Councils

Browse all 32 councils in Scotland. Select a council to view its school term dates, school holidays, and next school holiday.

Aberdeen City Council

The next school holiday for Aberdeen City Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Aberdeenshire Council

The next school holiday for Aberdeenshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Angus Council

The next school holiday for Angus Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Argyll and Bute Council

The next school holiday for Argyll and Bute Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

City of Edinburgh Council

The next school holiday for City of Edinburgh Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Clackmannanshire Council

The next school holiday for Clackmannanshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar

The next school holiday for Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Dumfries and Galloway Council

The next school holiday for Dumfries and Galloway Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Dundee City Council

The next school holiday for Dundee City Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

East Ayrshire Council

The next school holiday for East Ayrshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

East Dunbartonshire Council

The next school holiday for East Dunbartonshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

East Lothian Council

The next school holiday for East Lothian Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

East Renfrewshire Council

The next school holiday for East Renfrewshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Falkirk Council

The next school holiday for Falkirk Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Fife Council

The next school holiday for Fife Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Glasgow City Council

The next school holiday for Glasgow City Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Highland Council

The next school holiday for Highland Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Inverclyde Council

The next school holiday for Inverclyde Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Midlothian Council

The next school holiday for Midlothian Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Moray Council

The next school holiday for Moray Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

North Ayrshire Council

The next school holiday for North Ayrshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

North Lanarkshire Council

The next school holiday for North Lanarkshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Orkney Islands Council

The next school holiday for Orkney Islands Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Perth and Kinross Council

The next school holiday for Perth and Kinross Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Renfrewshire Council

The next school holiday for Renfrewshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Scottish Borders Council

The next school holiday for Scottish Borders Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Shetland Islands Council

The next school holiday for Shetland Islands Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

South Ayrshire Council

The next school holiday for South Ayrshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

South Lanarkshire Council

The next school holiday for South Lanarkshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Stirling Council

The next school holiday for Stirling Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

West Dunbartonshire Council

The next school holiday for West Dunbartonshire Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

West Lothian Council

The next school holiday for West Lothian Council is Autumn Half Term, starting on .

Frequently Asked Questions About Scotland School Term Dates

Scottish schools return in August 2026. Most councils return between 12 and 20 August 2026, depending on the local authority.
Scotland does not use the term "half term". Instead, schools take an October week holiday and a February week holiday. Scotland also has local autumn holidays in September.
Most Scottish schools break up for summer in late June 2027 — earlier than England and Wales, which typically finish in late July.
No, Scotland school term dates are not the same for all councils. Each of Scotland's 32 councils sets its own term dates. Dates can vary significantly between councils, particularly the August return date and October holiday.
Always confirm with your school. These dates are the standard Scotland calendar for the 2026–2027 academic year. Independent schools and some academies may differ.