Secondary school applications close 31 October
If your child starts secondary school in September 2027, apply for a school place by Saturday 31 October.
School term dates
Check term dates and holidays for Knowmoor schools.
These dates are for community and voluntary controlled schools. Academies and faith schools may set their own dates, so check with the school.
2026 to 2027
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn | Wednesday 2 September 2026 | Friday 18 December 2026 |
| Spring | Monday 4 January 2027 | Thursday 25 March 2027 |
| Summer | Monday 12 April 2027 | Wednesday 21 July 2027 |
Half terms: 26 to 30 October 2026, 15 to 19 February 2027, and 31 May to 4 June 2027.
Each school also has up to 5 training days when pupils do not go in. Your school will tell you the dates.
If a school closes in bad weather
Schools will tell parents directly. You can also check school closures today.