School holidays in North Ayrshire
The October half term is under way, until Sunday 18 October.
All school holidays and days off for North Ayrshire.
Upcoming holidays and days off
| Holiday | Period | Days |
|---|---|---|
| October half term | 12 – 18 Oct 2026 | 7 |
| Schools closed | 20 – 23 Nov 2026 | 4 |
| Christmas holidays | 21 Dec 2026 – 4 Jan 2027 | 15 |
| February holiday | 15 Feb 2027 | 1 |
| Easter holidays | 26 Mar – 11 Apr 2027 | 17 |
| May holiday | 3 May 2027 | 1 |
Dates are taken from official publications. Schools may have additional days off, so check with your school if in doubt.
Source: Official source (North Ayrshire). Last checked: 4 October 2026. More about our sources
School holidays in North Ayrshire this school year
In the 2026-2027 school year, schools in North Ayrshire have 3 school holidays, adding up to 39 days off including weekends.
Do these dates apply to your school?
The dates on this page are the council's term dates. They apply to community and voluntary-controlled schools, and many academies and other schools follow them too. Schools that set their own term dates, such as academies, free schools and independent schools, may differ. Every school also has a few INSET days of its own, so always check your school's website or newsletter.
Frequently asked questions
How many days of school holidays does North Ayrshire have in 2026-2027?
39 days including weekends, spread over 3 holidays.
Do these dates apply to every school in North Ayrshire?
They apply to schools that follow the council's term dates. Academies, free schools, foundation and voluntary-aided schools can set their own dates, so check with your child's school.