QLD school holidays dates for 2025

School holidays can be a blessing or a logistical nightmare - sometimes both at once. The kids are ready for a break, but between work, activities, and keeping them entertained, it can feel like a full-time job just making it all run smoothly.

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So, preparation is key. Now’s the time to plan a family trip, sort out childcare, and brainstorm ways to make the break more enjoyable (without spending a fortune).

Here are the exact QLD school holidays dates to keep handy for your plans.

QLD school holidays 2025

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First day of school – Tuesday 28 January

Autumn holidays – Saturday 5 April – Monday 21 April

Winter holidays – Saturday 28 June – Sunday 13 July

Spring holidays – Saturday 20 September – Monday 6 October

Summer holidays – Saturday 13 December to Monday 26 January 2026

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Start and end dates for QLD school terms 2025

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Term 1: Tuesday 28 January – Friday 4 April

Term 2: Tuesday 22 April – Friday 27 June

Term 3: Monday 14 July – Friday 19 September

Term 4: Tuesday 7 October – Friday 12 December

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Public holidays in Queensland for 2025

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We’ve highlighted which public holiday dates overlap with the school holidays so you can plan your leave with ease!

New Year’s Day: Wednesday 1 January (Summer School holidays)

Australia Day: Monday 27 January (Summer School holidays)

Good Friday: Friday 18 April (Autumn school holidays)

Easter Saturday: Saturday 19 April (Autumn school holidays)

Easter Sunday: Sunday 20 April (Autumn school holidays)

Easter Monday: Monday 21 April (Autumn school holidays)

Anzac Day: Friday 25 April (Autumn school holidays)

Labour Day: Monday 5 May

Royal Queensland Show (Brisbane only): Wednesday 13 August

King’s Birthday: Monday 6 October (Last day of Spring school holidays)

Christmas Eve: 6pm – midnight Thursday 24 December

Christmas Day: Thursday 25 December (Summer school holidays)

Boxing Day: Friday 26 December (Summer school holidays)

QLD school holidays 2026: Early look ahead

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First day of school – Tuesday 27 January

Autumn holidays – Friday 3 April – Sunday 19 April

Winter holidays – Saturday 27 June – Sunday 12 July

Spring holidays – Saturday 19 September – Monday 5 October

Summer holidays – Saturday 12 December to Tuesday 26 January 2027

School term dates for 2026

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Term 1: Tuesday 27 January — Thursday 2 April

Term 2: Monday 20 April — Friday 26 June

Term 3: Monday 13 July — Friday 18 September

Term 4: Tuesday 6 October — Friday 11 December (Years 10, 11 & 12 vary)

Wrapping it up

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However the school holidays look in your household – a big family trip, a few low-key days at home, or a mix of both – having the dates sorted early makes things a whole lot easier.

A little planning now means less last-minute stress and more time to enjoy the break with your family.