The NSW school holidays dates for 2025
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If there’s one thing every parent knows, it’s that school holidays have a sneaky way of creeping up on you! One minute it’s back-to-school madness, and the next, your kids are home for weeks, asking for snacks and saying, “What are we doing today?”
This is why getting ahead on holiday planning is a game-changer. Not only do you avoid last-minute stress, but you can save heaps on your travel by booking in advance, locking in the best spots, and making the most of your annual leave.
Whether you’re dreaming of a beach escape, a road trip adventure, or just some quality downtime, having the NSW school holiday dates and NSW public holidays for 2025 mapped out early means you can maximise your time off, create core memories, and avoid the holiday rush.
So, grab your calendar, start plotting your getaways, and get ready to make 2025 a year of fun-filled family adventures!
NSW school holidays 2025
| Day | Date | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 6 February 2025 | First day of school – Eastern division |
| Thursday | 13 February 2025 | First day of school – Western division |
| Saturday | 12 April 2025 | Autumn holidays start |
| Tuesday | 29 April 2025 | Autumn holidays end |
| Saturday | 5 July 2025 | Winter holidays start |
| Monday | 21 July 2025 | Winter holidays end |
| Saturday | 27 September 2025 | Spring holidays start |
| Monday | 13 October 2025 | Spring holidays end |
| Saturday | 20 December 2025 | Summer holidays start |
| Monday | 26 January 2026 | Summer holidays end – Eastern division |
| Monday | 2 February 2026 | Summer holidays end – Western division |
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Start and end dates for NSW school terms 2025
| Term | Division | Start Day | Start Date | End Day | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Eastern | Thursday | 6 February 2025 | Friday | 11 April 2025 |
| Term 1 | Western | Thursday | 13 February 2025 | Friday | 11 April 2025 |
| Term 2 | All Divisions | Wednesday | 30 April 2025 | Friday | 4 July 2025 |
| Term 3 | All Divisions | Tuesday | 22 July 2025 | Friday | 26 September 2025 |
| Term 4 | All Divisions | Tuesday | 14 October 2025 | Friday | 19 December 2025 |
Public holidays in New South Wales for 2025
| Day | Date | Public Holiday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 1 January 2025 | New Year’s Day | In school holidays |
| Monday | 27 January 2025 | Australia Day | In school holidays |
| Friday | 18 April 2025 | Good Friday | Overlaps with school holidays |
| Saturday | 19 April 2025 | Easter Saturday | Overlaps with school holidays |
| Sunday | 20 April 2025 | Easter Sunday | Overlaps with school holidays |
| Monday | 21 April 2025 | Easter Monday | Overlaps with school holidays |
| Friday | 25 April 2025 | Anzac Day | Overlaps with school holidays |
| Monday | 9 June 2025 | King’s Birthday | |
| Monday | 6 October 2025 | Labour Day | Overlaps with school holidays |
| Thursday | 25 December 2025 | Christmas Day | In school holidays |
| Friday | 26 December 2025 | Boxing Day | In school holidays |
NSW school holidays 2026: Early look ahead
| Event | Eastern Division | Western Division |
|---|---|---|
| First day of school | Tuesday, 27 January 2026 | Tuesday, 3 February 2026 |
| Autumn holidays | Friday, 1 April – Sunday, 19 April 2026 | Friday, 1 April – Sunday, 19 April 2026 |
| Winter holidays | Saturday, 4 July – Sunday, 19 July 2026 | Saturday, 4 July – Sunday, 19 July 2026 |
| Spring holidays | Saturday, 26 September – Sunday, 11 October 2026 | Saturday, 26 September – Sunday, 11 October 2026 |
| Summer holidays | Friday, 18 December 2026 – Wednesday, 27 January 2027 | Friday, 18 December 2026 – Wednesday, 3 February 2026 |
School term dates for 2026
| Term | Division | Start Day | Start Date | End Day | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Eastern | Tuesday | 27 January 2026 | Thursday | 2 April 2026 |
| Term 1 | Western | Tuesday | 3 February 2026 | Thursday | 2 April 2026 |
| Term 2 | All Divisions | Monday | 20 April 2026 | Friday | 3 July 2026 |
| Term 3 | All Divisions | Monday | 20 July 2026 | Friday | 25 September 2026 |
| Term 4 | All Divisions | Monday | 12 October 2026 | Thursday | 17 December 2026 |
Wrapping it up
So there you have it – all the key dates you need to plan an epic 2025! When you’re locking in a big family getaway, squeezing in a few long weekends, or just making sure the kids are kept busy, a little planning now means less stress and more fun later.
Get those leave requests in, book the holidays early, and prepare for some incredible memories with your family.
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