School term dates in New Zealand
School dates are listed below.
| Date | School event |
|---|---|
| Monday, January 26, 2026 | Term 1: earliest permitted start |
| Monday, February 9, 2026 | Term 1: latest permitted start |
| Thursday, April 2, 2026 | Term 1: last student day |
| Monday, April 20, 2026 | Term 2: first student day |
| Friday, July 3, 2026 | Term 2: last student day |
| Monday, July 20, 2026 | Term 3: first student day |
| Friday, September 25, 2026 | Term 3: last student day |
| Monday, October 12, 2026 | Term 4: first student day |
| Friday, December 18, 2026 | Term 4: latest permitted finish |
About this calendar
State and state-integrated schools choose a Term 1 start within the displayed range. The last school day can be earlier than the displayed latest finish. Confirm the chosen dates with your school.
Updated October 5, 2026. These dates come from the named education authority and are reviewed yearly. School-specific changes can differ.