Western Australia School Terms and Holidays 2026 Overview
We are ready to assist you in planning your school year from 2026, whether it’s an extended long holiday or a weekend getaway. The page provides 2026 school holidays and term dates for Western Australia, with potential updates from the state education department. This year, it is recommended to prepare and embark on an exciting adventure with the children. Western Australia’s school and public holidays typically honor significant Australian historic or religious events, with an average of ten public holidays annually.
WA School Holidays 2026
| School Term | Dates |
|---|---|
| Term 1 School Holidays | Friday 3 April to Sunday 19 April |
| Term 2 School Holidays | Saturday 4 July to Sunday 19 July |
| Term 3 School Holidays | Saturday 26 September to Sunday 11 October |
| Term 4 School Holidays | Friday 18 December to Sunday 31 January 2027 |
WA Schools Term Dates 2026
| Term | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| Term 1 | Monday 2 February to Thursday 2 April |
| Term 2 | Monday 20 April to Friday 3 July |
| Term 3 | Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September |
| Term 4 | Monday 12 October to Thursday 17 December |
WA Public Holidays 2026
| Holiday | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday 1 January |
| Australia Day | Monday 26 January |
| Labour Day | Monday 2 March |
| Good Friday | Friday 3 April |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday 5 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday 6 April |
| ANZAC Day | Saturday 25 April |
| Additional Day | Monday 27 April |
| Western Australia Day | Monday 1 June |
| King’s Birthday | Monday 28 September |
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December |
| Boxing Day | Saturday 26 December / Monday 28 December |
*Please note all public holiday dates are accurate at the time of publishing, but may be subject to change.