What dates are the school holidays in WA in 2024?

The school holidays in Western Australia for 2024 are as follows: The Christmas Holidays (2023-2024) run from Friday, 15 December 2023, to Tuesday, 30 January 2024. The Term 1 School Holidays (Easter Holidays) are from Friday, 29 March 2024, to Sunday, 14 April 2024. The Term 2 School Holidays (Winter Holidays) span from Sunday, 29 June 2024, to Sunday, 14 July 2024. The Term 3 School Holidays (Spring Holidays) are from Saturday, 21 September 2024, to Sunday, 6 October 2024. The Term 4 Holidays, leading into the next year, start on Friday, 13 December 2024, and end on Tuesday, 4 February 2025.

What are the school holidays in Western Australia?

The school holidays in Western Australia for 2024 include the following breaks: The Summer Holidays begin on Friday, 15 December 2023, and conclude on Tuesday, 30 January 2024. The Autumn Holidays, also known as the Easter Holidays, run from Friday, 29 March 2024, to Sunday, 14 April 2024. The Winter Holidays occur from Sunday, 29 June 2024, to Sunday, 14 July 2024. The Spring Holidays are scheduled from Saturday, 21 September 2024, to Sunday, 6 October 2024.

What are the Australian school holidays for 2024?

The Australian school holidays for 2024 vary by state, but in Western Australia, the holidays are as follows: The Summer Holidays (2023-2024) are from 15 December 2023 to 30 January 2024. The Autumn Holidays are from 29 March to 14 April. The Winter Holidays run from 29 June to 14 July. The Spring Holidays are from 21 September to 6 October.

How many public holidays are there in WA in 2024?

In 2024, Western Australia observes 12 public holidays. These include New Year's Day, Australia Day, Labour Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Anzac Day, Western Australia Day, King's Birthday, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.

What are the term dates for WA schools in 2024?

The term dates for WA schools in 2024 are as follows: Term 1 runs from Wednesday, 31 January to Thursday, 28 March. Term 2 starts on Monday, 15 April and ends on Friday, 28 June. Term 3 begins on Monday, 15 July and concludes on Friday, 20 September. Term 4 starts on Monday, 7 October and finishes on Friday, 13 December.

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WA School Holidays 2024: School Term Dates & Public Holidays

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2023-12-10

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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 Western Australia.

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2024 WA School Holidays & School Term Dates

2024 WA School Calendar	Start Date	End Date
2023-2024 Christmas Holidays (Summer Holidays)	Friday, 15 December 2023	Tuesday, 30 January 2024
Term 1 2024	Wednesday, 31 January 2024	Thursday, 28 March 2024
Term 1 School Holidays 2024 (Easter Holidays / Autumn School Holidays)	Friday, 29 March 2024	Sunday, 14 April 2024
Term 2 2024	Monday, 15 April 2024	Friday, 28 June 2024
Term 2 School Holidays 2024 (Winter School Holidays)	Sunday, 29 June 2024	Sunday, 14 July 2024
Term 3 2024	Monday, 15 July 2024	Friday, 20 September 2024
Term 3 School Holidays 2024 (Spring School Holidays)	Saturday, 21 September 2024	Sunday, 6 October 2024
Term 4 2024	Monday, 7 October 2024	Monday, 7 October 2024
2024-2025 Christmas Holidays (Summer Holidays)	Friday, 13 December 2024	Tuesday, 4 February 2025

WA Public Holidays 2024

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

2024 WA Public Holidays	Date
New Year's Day	Monday, 1 January 2024
Australia Day	Friday, 26 January 2024
Labour Day	Monday, 4 March 2024
Good Friday	Friday, 29 March 2024
Easter Sunday	Sunday, 31 March 2024
Easter Monday	Monday, 1 April 2024
Anzac Day	Thursday, 25 April 2024
Western Australia Day	Monday, 3 June 2024
King's Birthday (date may be different in some regional areas of WA)	Monday, 23 September 2024
Christmas Day	Wednesday, 25 December 2024
Boxing Day	Thursday, 26 December 2024
New Year's Day	Monday, 1 January 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Term 1 start and finish in WA?

Term 1 for 2024 starts on Wednesday, 31 January and finishes on Thursday, 28 March. This term marks the beginning of the school year and ends with the start of the Easter Holidays.

When does Term 2 start and finish in WA?

Term 2 for 2024 begins on Monday, 15 April and concludes on Friday, 28 June. This term follows the Easter Holidays and runs until the Winter Holidays.

When does Term 3 start and finish in WA?

Term 3 for 2024 starts on Monday, 15 July and ends on Friday, 20 September. It follows the Winter Holidays and leads into the Spring / September Holidays.

When does Term 4 start and finish in WA?

Term 4 for 2024 begins on Monday, 7 October and finishes on Friday, 13 December. This is the final term of the school year, concluding just before the Christmas Holidays.

When are the school holidays in WA 2024?

The Western Australia school holiday dates in 2024 are from 29 March - 14 April (Term 1 holidays), 29 June - 14 July (Term 2 holidays) and 21 September - 6 October (Term 3 holidays). The end of year holidays (summer holidays) begin on 13 December 2024.

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

Generally, private and public schools in Western Australia follow the same term dates set by the Department of Education. However, some private or independent schools may have slight variations in their academic calendars. We recommend checking directly with your specific school for any deviations and the most up-to-date information.

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