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Essex School Term Dates
The school term dates for Essex, for the academic year 2024-2025 are as follows:
Autumn Term 2024:
Start: Monday, 2 September 2024
Half Term: Monday, 28 October 2024 - Friday, 1 November 2024
End: Friday, 20 December 2024
Christmas Holidays: Monday, 23 December 2024 - Friday, 3 January 2025
Spring Term 2025:
Start: Monday, 6 January 2025
Half Term: Monday, 17 February 2025 - Friday, 21 February 2025
End: Friday, 4 April 2025
Easter Holidays: Monday, 7 April 2025 - Thursday, 17 April 2025
Easter Bank Holiday: Friday, 18 April 2025 - Monday, 21 April 2025
Summer Term 2025:
Start: Tuesday, 22 April 2025
Early May Bank Holiday: Monday, 5 May 2025
Spring Bank Holiday: Monday, 26 May 2025
Half Term: Tuesday, 27 May 2025 - Friday, 30 May 2025
End: Tuesday, 22 July 2025
Summer Holidays: Wednesday, 23 July 2025 onwards
These dates apply to community and voluntary controlled schools in Essex. For foundation, voluntary-aided schools, and academies, it is recommended to check with the specific school as term dates may vary.