School holidays in South Ayrshire
All school holidays and days off for South Ayrshire.
Upcoming holidays and days off
| Holiday | Period | Days |
|---|---|---|
| Schools closed | 18 – 21 Sept 2026 | 4 |
| Schools closed | 12 – 16 Oct 2026 | 5 |
| Schools closed | 23 Dec 2026 – 4 Jan 2027 | 13 |
| Schools closed | 12 – 15 Feb 2027 | 4 |
| Schools closed | 26 Mar – 9 Apr 2027 | 15 |
| Schools closed | 3 May 2027 | 1 |
| Schools closed | 28 – 31 May 2027 | 4 |
Dates are taken from official publications. Schools may have additional days off, so check with your school if in doubt.
Source: Official source (South Ayrshire). Last checked: 20 May 2026. More about our sources
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
Do these dates apply to every school in South 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.