2026 Term Calendar (Department of Education)
| 1st Term (53 School Days) |
| Start | Monday, 12 January 2026 (Staff) |
| Wednesday, 14 January 2026 (School opens for Learners) |
| Close | Friday, 27 March 2026 |
| 2nd Term (58 School Days) |
| Start | Wednesday, 8 April 2026 (School opens for Learners) |
| Freedom Day | Monday, 27 April 2026 |
| Worker’s Day | Friday, 1 May 2026 |
| School Holiday | Monday, 15 June 2026 |
| Youth Day | Tuesday, 16 June 2026 |
| Close | Friday, 26 June 2026 |
| 3rd Term (47 School Days) |
| Start | Tuesday, 21 July 2026 (School opens for Learners) |
| Women’s Day | Sunday, 9 August 2026 |
| Public Holiday | Monday, 10 August 2026 |
| Close | Wednesday, 23 September 2026 |
| 4th Term (47 (+2) School Days) |
| Start | Tuesday, 6 October 2026 (School opens for Learners) |
| Close | Wednesday, 9 December 2026 (School closes for Learners) |
| Friday, 11 December 2026 (Closes for Staff) |
Total Days for Learners: 205 (209)
