The Ministry of Education has announced that the 2026-2027 academic year will begin on August 31, 2026, while the school year will end on July 2, 2027.
Winter break will run from December 14, 2026 to January 1, 2027, while spring break is scheduled from April 5 to April 9, 2027.
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The ministry said the academic calendar provides a structured framework for the education system in public schools and private schools that follow the national curriculum, aiming to balance study periods and vacations while supporting effective academic and operational planning.
The calendar applies to all public schools and private institutions that implement the ministry’s curriculum, while local education authorities can give flexibility to schools that follow other curricula in accordance with their specific requirements.
The ministry added that private schools that do not follow the national curriculum can split the mid-term break during October and February, provided the total does not exceed five school days.
He said the early notice is intended to help students and parents plan ahead while enabling schools to prepare for a smooth and well-organized start to the new academic year.
