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Term dates

Download a copy of our 2025/26 term dates here.

Download a copy of our 2026/27 term dates here.

GCSE and A level examination students may be required to attend revision and coursework lessons during half terms and over the Easter holidays and should check with their teachers before booking holidays. 

Term Dates 2025-2026
Autumn Term
4 SeptemberBoarding opens from 10am
8 SeptemberTerm starts  for years 12, 13 & 14
9 SeptemberTerm starts for years 7-11
24-31 OctoberHalf term - all students
12 DecemberTerm ends lunchtime - all students
Spring term
3 JanuaryBoarding opens from 10am
7 JanuaryTerm starts - all students
16-20 FebruaryHalf term - all students
2 AprilTerm ends for years 7-10 & 12
Friday 3 & Monday 6 AprilBank Holidays - years 11 & 13
10 AprilTerm ends for years 11 & 13
Summer Term
20 AprilTerm starts - all students
4 MayBank Holiday
25-29 MayHalf term - all students
3 JulyTerm ends lunchtime - all students
Term Dates 2026-2027
Autumn Term
1 SeptemberBoarding opens from 10am
3 SeptemberTerm starts all students
19-30 OctoberHalf term - all students
11 DecemberTerm ends lunchtime - all students
Spring term
3 JanuaryBoarding opens from 10am
6 JanuaryTerm starts - all students
15-19 FebruaryHalf term - all students
25 MarchTerm ends for years 7-10 & 12
Friday 26 & Monday 29 MarchBank Holidays - years 11 & 13
2 AprilTerm ends for years 11 & 13
Summer Term
12 AprilTerm starts - all students
3 MayBank Holiday
31 May - 4 JuneHalf term - all students
18 JuneStaff development day - All students *excl those taking exams
7 JulyTerm ends lunchtime - all students