NSW School Holidays 2024: School Term Dates & Public Holidays

Preparing for your school holidays in 2024? We've listed the important dates you need to mark on your calendar for public and school holidays in New South Wales.

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2024 NSW School Holidays & School Term Dates

NSW Public Holidays 2024

For the public holiday dates for other Australian states, please read our our complete 2024 public holiday article.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Term 1 start and finish in NSW?

Term 1 starts from Thursday, 1 February 2024 and finishes on Friday, 12 April 2024 (Eastern Division). Term 1 starts from Tuesday, 6 February 2024 and finishes on Friday, 12 April 2024 (Western Division).

There are student-free days on Tuesday, 30 January and Wednesday, 31 January 2024.

When does Term 2 start and finish in NSW?

Term 2 starts from Tuesday, 30 April 2024 and finishes on Friday, 5 July 2024. There is a student-free day on Monday, 29 April 2024.

When does Term 3 start and finish in NSW?

Term 3 starts from Tuesday, 23 July 2024 and finishes on Friday, 27 September 2024. There is a student-free day on Monday, 22 July 2024.

When does Term 4 start and finish in NSW?

Term 4 starts from Monday, 14 October 2024 and finishes on Wednesday, 18 December 2024. There are student-free days on Thursday, 19 December and Friday, 20 December 2024.

When are the school holidays in NSW 2024?

The New South Wales school holiday dates in 2024 are from 15 April - 26 April (Term 1 holidays), 8 July - 19 July (Term 2 holidays) and 30 September - 11 October. The end of year holidays (summer holidays) begin on 23 December 2024.

When did school terms change from 3 to 4 in NSW?

The school terms in NSW changed from three to four terms in 1987. This change was implemented to provide a more balanced distribution of the academic year and holidays, ensuring students and teachers have regular breaks.

What date does school start in 2025 in NSW?

The school year in NSW for 2025 begins on Thursday, 30 January 2025, for Eastern NSW and on Thursday, 6 February 2025, for Western NSW. School Development Days (Student-Free Days) are scheduled for Thursday, 29 January, and Friday, 30 January 2025.

What is a school development day in NSW?

School development days are also known as student-free days in New South Wales. Students do not attend schools on these days as they are used by schools to improve the knowledge and skills of teachers, school leaders and administration teams.

Are there differences in school holiday dates for private and public schools in NSW?

Generally, private and public schools in NSW follow the same term dates set by the Department of Education. However, some private schools may have slight variations in their academic calendars, including differences in the start and end dates of terms or holidays. We recommend checking directly with your specific school for the most up-to-date and accurate key dates.

Is Easter Saturday a public holiday in NSW in 2024?

Yes, Easter Saturday is a public holiday in NSW in 2024. It falls on Saturday, 30 March 2024, as part of the Easter long weekend, which also includes Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday.