In Queensland state schools follow a term system. Between terms there are school holiday breaks. Knowing the holiday dates helps students plan trips families schedule time off and teachers get ready for the next term.
Term Dates for 2026
Here are the official school term dates for Queensland in 2026 for state schools
| Term | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Tuesday 6 October 2026 | Friday 11 December 2026 |
Holiday Breaks in 2026
Here are the holiday periods between these school terms
- Term 1 Holiday Autumn Break Friday 3 April → Sunday 19 April
- Term 2 Holiday Winter Break Saturday 27 June → Sunday 12 July
- Term 3 Holiday Spring Break Saturday 19 September → Monday 5 October
- Term 4 Holiday Summer or End of Year Saturday 12 December 2026 → Tuesday 26 January 2027
Why These Dates Matter
- Planning Family Activities Long breaks give time to travel spend time with family or pursue hobbies
- Work and Holiday Synergy Parents can align holidays with their own leave or work schedules
- Academic Planning Teachers and schools can plan curriculum pacing around the breaks
- Child Care Longer breaks mean arranging care or holiday programs for kids
Tips for Families
- Mark the breaks early so you do not get surprised by last minute school closures
- Plan holidays during term breaks to avoid missing class time
- Check for public holidays that may extend or affect term breaks
- Stay updated as sometimes dates shift depending on regional or school specific calendars
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Details About QLD School Holidays
| Detail | Date or Length |
|---|---|
| Term 1 2026 | 27 January → 2 April (10 weeks) |
| Holiday after Term 1 | 3 April → 19 April |
| Term 2 2026 | 20 April → 26 June |
| Holiday after Term 2 | 27 June → 12 July |
| Term 3 2026 | 13 July → 18 September |
| Holiday after Term 3 | 19 September → 5 October |
| Term 4 2026 | 6 October → 11 December |
| Summer Holiday | 12 December → 26 January 2027 |
Conclusion
QLD School Holidays 2026 are well spaced to give students and families meaningful rest periods. Whether you are planning trips organizing childcare or catching up on studies these breaks shape the school year. With Term 1 starting late January and the long summer holiday starting mid December you have got time to plan ahead.
