UK College Holidays and Term Dates
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What are UK College Holidays?
UK College Holidays provides up-to-date, easy-to-understand information on College term dates and Academic calendars.
What are the main college holidays in the UK?
The main college holidays are the Christmas break, Spring/Easter break, and Summer break. These usually occur between terms and can include half-term breaks during the academic year.
What is a “term” in a UK college?
A “term” is a period of teaching within the academic year. Most UK colleges operate on a three-term system: Autumn, Spring, and Summer.
How are college term dates structured?
College term dates typically include a start date, half-term breaks, and an end date, followed by a holiday period. For example, the Autumn term usually runs from early September to mid-December.
Are term dates the same for all colleges?
No, term dates can vary between different colleges. They can also vary between different courses and levels of study, such as Further Education and Higher Education, within the same institution.
Do term dates include “INSET” days?
Yes, many term dates include INSET (In-Service Training) days, which are days when staff are training and students are not required to attend college.