WA School Holidays 2026
View the Western Australian school holidays 2026, including WA public school term dates, autumn holidays, winter holidays, spring holidays and the summer school holiday break into 2027.
These dates are provided as a helpful planning guide for WA families. Private schools, independent schools and individual schools may have different student-free days or local arrangements.
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WA school holidays and term dates 2026
The table below shows the 2026 school terms and holiday breaks for Western Australian public school students.
Quick answer: When are the WA school holidays in 2026?
The main WA school holiday breaks in 2026 are Friday 3 April to Sunday 19 April, Saturday 4 July to Sunday 19 July, Saturday 26 September to Sunday 11 October, and Friday 18 December 2026 to Sunday 31 January 2027.
| Period | WA 2026 Dates | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Monday 2 February to Thursday 2 April 2026 | First school term of the year. |
| Autumn school holidays | Friday 3 April to Sunday 19 April 2026 | School holiday break |
| Term 2 | Monday 20 April to Friday 3 July 2026 | Second school term of the year. |
| Winter school holidays | Saturday 4 July to Sunday 19 July 2026 | School holiday break |
| Term 3 | Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September 2026 | Third school term of the year. |
| Spring school holidays | Saturday 26 September to Sunday 11 October 2026 | School holiday break |
| Term 4 | Monday 12 October to Thursday 17 December 2026 | Final school term of the year. |
| Summer school holidays | Friday 18 December 2026 to Sunday 31 January 2027 | School holiday break |
Important: These dates are intended as a general guide for Western Australian public school holidays. Individual schools may schedule student-free days or development days. Always check directly with your school if you need exact attendance dates.
WA school holiday breaks in 2026
Here is a simple breakdown of the four main WA school holiday periods in 2026.
Autumn school holidays
The autumn break follows Term 1 and is a useful time for Easter planning, short trips and family activities.
Winter school holidays
The winter break follows Term 2 and is often a busy time for indoor activities, holiday programs and local getaways.
Spring school holidays
The spring break follows Term 3 and is a popular time for Perth activities, day trips and outdoor family plans.
Summer school holidays
The summer holidays begin after Term 4 and run into the start of the 2027 school year.
Planning around the 2026 WA school holidays
The 2026 school holiday dates are useful for planning childcare, work leave, family trips, sporting commitments, school holiday programs and local activities across Western Australia.
Book childcare early
School holiday care and activity programs can fill quickly, especially around the winter and summer breaks.
Plan Perth activities
Perth has a wide range of school holiday options, including museums, parks, libraries, indoor centres and family attractions.
Check public holidays
Some school holiday periods overlap with public holidays, which can affect opening hours, travel prices and family plans.
Confirm school dates
Always check your school calendar for student-free days, pupil-free days, exams, events and local variations.
Helpful WA school holiday links
Use these pages to keep planning your Western Australian school year and holiday breaks.
WA school holidays 2026 FAQs
These quick answers help parents, carers and families understand the 2026 WA school holiday dates.
When do WA schools start in 2026?
WA public school Term 1 starts on Monday 2 February 2026.
When are the autumn school holidays in WA in 2026?
The WA autumn school holidays run from Friday 3 April to Sunday 19 April 2026.
When are the winter school holidays in WA in 2026?
The WA winter school holidays run from Saturday 4 July to Sunday 19 July 2026.
When are the spring school holidays in WA in 2026?
The WA spring school holidays run from Saturday 26 September to Sunday 11 October 2026.
When do the 2026 WA summer school holidays start?
The WA summer school holidays start on Friday 18 December 2026 and continue into January 2027.
Are private school holidays the same as WA public school holidays?
Not always. Private and independent schools may set different dates, student-free days or term arrangements. Check directly with your school for exact dates.
Need the next WA school holiday date?
Use the WA School Holiday Calculator to choose a holiday period and see how many days are left.