WA School Term Dates
View Western Australian school term dates and school holiday breaks in one place. This page is designed to help WA families, parents and carers quickly check school terms, holiday periods and planning links by year.
These dates are based on Western Australian public school term dates. Private schools, independent schools and individual schools may have different student-free days, pupil-free days or local arrangements.
Next WA school holidays
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WA school term dates by year
The table below gives a year-by-year overview of WA public school term dates and school holiday breaks. For detailed pages, use the links below the table.
Quick answer: How many school terms are there in WA?
Western Australian public schools generally operate across four school terms each year, with school holiday breaks between each term and a longer summer holiday break at the end of the school year.
| Year | Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | Term 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Wednesday 5 February to Friday 11 April | Monday 28 April to Friday 4 July | Monday 21 July to Friday 26 September | Monday 13 October to Thursday 18 December |
| 2026 | Monday 2 February to Thursday 2 April | Monday 20 April to Friday 3 July | Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September | Monday 12 October to Thursday 17 December |
| 2027 | Monday 1 February to Friday 9 April | Monday 26 April to Friday 2 July | Monday 19 July to Friday 24 September | Monday 11 October to Thursday 16 December |
| 2028 | Wednesday 2 February to Friday 7 April | Monday 24 April to Friday 30 June | Monday 17 July to Friday 22 September | Monday 9 October to Thursday 14 December |
| 2029 | Wednesday 31 January to Thursday 29 March | Monday 16 April to Friday 29 June | Monday 16 July to Friday 21 September | Monday 8 October to Wednesday 19 December |
| 2030 Preliminary | Monday 4 February to Friday 12 April | Monday 29 April to Friday 5 July | Monday 22 July to Friday 27 September | Monday 14 October to Thursday 19 December |
Important: The 2030 dates are listed as preliminary dates only and should be confirmed closer to the year. Schools may also schedule student-free days or development days that are not shown in the main term date table.
WA school holiday breaks by year
Use these quick links to view the detailed WA school holiday page for each year, including term dates, school holiday periods, planning notes and FAQs.
What WA families should check before planning
WA school term dates are a useful starting point, but they should not be the only source used for detailed planning.
School development days
Schools may schedule development days where students do not attend. These can vary by school, so always check your school calendar.
Private school dates
Private and independent schools often follow similar dates, but they may set different term dates, finish dates or pupil-free days.
Holiday program bookings
Childcare, camps, local activities and family accommodation can book out early during popular WA school holiday periods.
Helpful WA school holiday planning links
Once you have checked the term dates, these pages can help with planning activities, childcare and family time during the break.
WA school term dates FAQs
These answers cover common questions about WA term dates and school holiday planning.
How many school terms are there in WA?
WA public schools generally have four terms each year, with holiday breaks between terms and a longer summer break after Term 4.
Are WA school term dates the same for every school?
Not always. WA public school term dates provide the main statewide structure, but individual schools may have development days or local variations. Private and independent schools may also use different dates.
What are school development days?
School development days are days when students usually do not attend school. These are scheduled by schools and can vary, so families should check directly with their school.
Where can I find the next WA school holiday dates?
You can use the WA School Holiday Calculator or visit the individual year pages to view the next school holiday period and full term date table.
Are 2030 WA school term dates confirmed?
The 2030 WA term dates are listed as preliminary dates only and should be confirmed closer to the year.
Need the next WA school holiday break?
Use the WA School Holiday Calculator to choose a holiday period and see the next matching school holiday dates.