UK School Holidays 2022

Get your calendar updated and organise your time with our list of the UK school holiday dates.

We all know that trying to get plans in place for some family time away can often be difficult. Being one step ahead and knowing what dates the UK school holidays are really helps to organise your time as well as save you money by being able to book things in advance.

Whether you're after a UK short break or want to jet off further afield, knowing your children's term times will really help.

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Below are the dates for the national school holidays. These may differ from school to school so it's always worth double checking if you're unsure.

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School Holidays 2022 UK - England


Take a look at our table below for the full list of UK school holidays.

Holiday
Start Date
End Date
Spring Holidays 2022
21/02/22
25/02/22
Easter Holidays 2022
01/04/22
19/04/22
Summer Holidays 2022
25/07/22
02/09/22 (31/08/22 in Hampshire)
Autumn Holidays 2022
24/10/22
28/10/22
Christmas Holidays 2022
19/12/22
02/01/23

2022 School Holidays UK - Scotland


It's worth noting that school term dates can vary between districts and local councils. We have displayed the entire date range of all Scottish school holidays below, though it is very likely your child's school will not be broken up for the entire date range. Ensure you check with your school for your local holiday dates.

Holiday
Start Date
End Date
Spring Holidays 2022
21/02/22
25/02/22
Easter Holidays 2022
11/04/22
22/04/22
Summer Holidays 2022
25/07/22
02/09/22
Autumn Holidays 2022
24/10/22
28/10/22
Christmas Holidays 2022
19/12/22
02/01/23

UK School Holidays 2022 - Wales


Below are the dates for school holidays in Wales. We've gathered information about the date ranges of all holidays across Welsh schools, so have a look below and be mindful that your child's particular school may differ slightly.

Holiday
Start Date
End Date
Spring Holidays 2022
21/02/22
25/02/22
Easter Holidays 2022
11/04/22
22/04/22
Summer Holidays 2022
25/07/22
02/09/22 (31/08/22 in Hampshire)
Autumn Holidays 2022
24/10/22
28/10/22
Christmas Holidays 2022
19/12/22
02/01/23

School Holidays 2022 - Northern Ireland


Below is a list of the school term dates in Northern Ireland. Make sure you check with your school for specific dates before you book as schools can differ slightly.

Holiday
Start Date
End Date
Spring Holidays 2022
21/02/22
25/02/22
Easter Holidays 2022
11/04/22
22/04/22
Summer Holidays 2022
25/07/22
02/09/22 (31/08/22 in Hampshire)
Autumn Holidays 2022
24/10/22
28/10/22
Christmas Holidays 2022
19/12/22
02/01/23

School Half Term Dates


Below is a list of the UK school half terms. This table shows only half term dates and doesn't include summer holidays, end of year or Christmas holidays.

Half Term Dates 2022
England
Scotland
Wales
Northern Ireland
May Half Term 2022
30/05/22 - 03/06/22
31/05/22 - 03/06/22
31/05/22 - 03/06/22
31/05/22 - 03/06/22
October Half Term 2022
24/10/22 - 28/10/22
24/10/22 - 28/10/22
24/10/22 - 28/10/22
24/10/22 - 28/10/22

We have shown the full range of possible school half term dates, exact dates can vary from school to school. We always reccommend that you check with your child's school for the exact date before you make a booking.