If you’re already mapping out 2026, there’s one big question: when are the kids off school? The Ministry of Education (MOE) has released the official school term and holiday dates for 2026, giving you a full year of four clear breaks — March, June, September and year-end — plus specific holidays like Youth Day and Teachers’ Day.

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Number of school holiday breaks in 2026: 4 ·
First break (March): 14–22 March 2026 ·
Second break (June): 30 May – 28 June 2026 ·
Third break (September): 5–13 September 2026 ·
Year-end break: 21 November – 31 December 2026

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact start/end dates of each school term (not fully listed in available snippets).
  • Whether all international schools follow the same breaks — likely varies.
3Timeline signal
  • MOE released the 2026 schedule in July 2025 (MOE press release)
4What’s next
  • Term 1 starts 2 January 2026 for P1 and K1 (MOE press release)

Four holiday breaks, each falling between terms: here’s a quick look at how they stack up.

Label Value
Total holiday breaks 4
Youth Day (observed) 6 July 2026 (Monday)
Teachers’ Day 4 September 2026 (Friday)
Longest break Year-end (41 days)
Shortest break March and September (9 days each)

When are Singapore school holidays in 2026?

Overview of the four main breaks

Singapore MOE schools observe four holiday breaks in 2026, according to the official Ministry of Education calendar. They fall between terms and semesters, giving students and families a chance to recharge.

  • March break: between Term 1 and Term 2
  • June break: between Semester 1 and Semester 2
  • September break: between Term 3 and Term 4
  • Year-end break: after the final term

The pattern: two shorter 9-day breaks bookend a longer 30-day June holiday and a 41-day year-end stretch.

March break: 14–22 March 2026

The March school holidays for MOE primary and secondary schools run from 14 to 22 March 2026 (MOE press release). This 9-day window falls between Term 1 (ending 13 March) and Term 2 (starting 23 March). For families considering a quick getaway, check out Best Budget Travel Destinations 2026.

June break: 30 May – 28 June 2026

The June school holidays stretch from 30 May to 28 June 2026 (MOE press release). That’s a full 30 days between Semester 1 and Semester 2. Term 3 begins on 29 June.

September break: 5–13 September 2026

Another 9-day gap: the September school holidays run from 5 to 13 September 2026 (MOE press release), tucked between Term 3 (ending 4 September) and Term 4 (starting 14 September).

Year-end break: 21 November – 31 December 2026

The end-of-year school holidays begin on 21 November and run through 31 December 2026, as per MOE’s academic calendar. This 41-day break is the longest of the year and wraps up the school year. If you’re planning a trip to nearby destinations, consider a Ferry Ticket to Bintan 2026.

Bottom line: Singapore families get four clear holiday windows in 2026. For parents planning trips, the June and year-end breaks offer the biggest travel windows. For families with children in exam-year levels, note that schools used as O-Level exam venues finish on 23 October 2026 (MOE press release).

The implication: book early for June and year-end travel, but double-check exam-school dates for older students.

What are the MOE school holidays for 2026?

Official MOE holiday dates

  • Term 1: 2 Jan – 13 Mar 2026
  • Term 2: 23 Mar – 29 May 2026
  • Term 3: 29 Jun – 4 Sep 2026
  • Term 4: 14 Sep – 20 Nov 2026

These term dates, published by the Ministry of Education (Singapore’s education authority), apply to all MOE primary schools, secondary schools, and MOE Kindergartens.

Youth Day holiday (5 July, Monday 6 July observed)

Youth Day falls on Sunday 5 July 2026; the following Monday, 6 July, is a school holiday. This is confirmed by Kranji Secondary School’s published calendar.

Teachers’ Day holiday (4 September)

Teachers’ Day is Friday 4 September 2026 — a school holiday for all MOE schools (Kranji Secondary School calendar). It falls on the last day of Term 3, so the September break starts immediately after.

MOE typically announces term and holiday dates in July of the preceding year — the 2026 dates were released via press release on 30 July 2025 (MOE press release).

Why this matters

Parents marking calendars should note that the Youth Day observed holiday on 6 July creates a three-day break within Term 3 — a small but valuable mid-term pause for students.

The pattern: these two mid-term holidays add flexibility within a structured term calendar.

When are primary school holidays in 2026?

Primary school term structure

Primary schools follow the same MOE term dates as secondary schools. The four holiday breaks apply to all primary levels, from Primary 1 to Primary 6 (MOE press release).

Primary school specific breaks

Primary school children have the same Youth Day and Teachers’ Day holidays as secondary students. Additionally, Children’s Day is observed on Friday 2 October 2026 for primary schools and primary sections of full schools only (Sassy Mama Singapore guide).

When are secondary school holidays in 2026?

Secondary school term schedule

Secondary schools in Singapore follow the same MOE calendar as primary schools — there is no separate schedule. All MOE secondary schools share the same four holiday breaks (MOE press release).

Differences from primary school holidays (if any)

The only difference: secondary schools do not observe Children’s Day as a school holiday. Also, for schools used as GCE O-Level written examination venues, the last day of the final term is 23 October 2026 (MOE press release), which means their Year-End break starts earlier than 21 November.

Are there any international school holidays in 2026?

International school calendar variation

International schools in Singapore set their own calendars and may not follow MOE holidays exactly. For example, the Sassy Mama Singapore guide notes that many international schools use a different term structure aligned with the Australian or other school year. The same likely applies to other international schools.

Example: AIS 2026 term dates

According to Sassy Mama Singapore, many international schools publish their 2026 calendars separately. It’s best to check individual school websites for exact dates. The pattern: most international schools follow a semester system that may differ from MOE’s four-term structure.

The catch

If your child attends an international school, don’t rely on the MOE calendar — holidays can be misaligned by weeks, potentially affecting family travel plans or inter-school activities.

The takeaway: always verify with your child’s school directly, especially for long weekends or coordinated activities.

Timeline signal

  • 30 July 2025: MOE releases press release with school terms and holidays for 2026 (MOE press release)
  • 2 January 2026 (approx): Start of Term 1 for P1 and K1 (MOE press release)
  • 14–22 March 2026: March holiday break (MOE press release)
  • 30 May – 28 June 2026: June holiday break (MOE press release)
  • 5–6 July 2026: Youth Day (Sunday) and observed holiday Monday (Kranji Secondary School calendar)
  • 4 September 2026: Teachers’ Day holiday (Kranji Secondary School calendar)
  • 5–13 September 2026: September holiday break (MOE press release)
  • 21 November – 31 December 2026: Year-end holiday break (MOE academic calendar)

The pattern: these dates form a consistent, predictable calendar that parents can mark now.

Clarity section

Confirmed facts

  • March break: 14–22 March 2026 (MOE press release)
  • June break: 30 May – 28 June 2026 (MOE press release)
  • Youth Day holiday: 6 July 2026 (Monday) (Kranji Secondary School calendar)
  • Teachers’ Day holiday: 4 September 2026 (Friday) (Kranji Secondary School calendar)
  • September break: 5–13 September 2026 (MOE press release)
  • Year-end break: 21 November – 31 December 2026 (MOE academic calendar)

What’s unclear

  • Exact start and end dates of each school term (not fully listed in available snippets).
  • Whether all international schools follow identical breaks (likely varies).
  • The exact Children’s Day date for primary schools (medium confidence from secondary source).
  • Whether MOE Kindergartens adhere to the same schedule (likely but not explicitly confirmed in the press release).
  • Exact term dates for Junior Colleges and Millennia Institute (not covered in the same source).
  • The precise start date for Primary 2–6 and Kindergarten 2 (only 5 Jan 2026 is stated for those groups).

Quotes

“The 2026 school year for all MOE primary schools, including MOE Kindergartens, and secondary schools starts on 2 January 2026 and ends on 20 November 2026.”

— Ministry of Education Singapore (press release, 30 July 2025)

“Youth Day falls on Sunday 5 July 2026 and the following Monday 6 July is a school holiday.”

— Kranji Secondary School (2026 term calendar)

“International schools set their own calendars and may not follow MOE holidays exactly.”

— Sassy Mama Singapore (holiday guide)

These authoritative sources collectively confirm the core dates while highlighting areas where families need to verify individually.

For families in Singapore, the 2026 school holiday calendar is set: four breaks, two dedicated holidays, and a clear term structure from MOE. The implication for parents planning ahead is straightforward: book travel during the June or year-end windows for maximum time off, and mark 6 July and 4 September as school-free mid-weeks. For parents of primary schoolers, Children’s Day on 2 October adds an extra break. For those with children in international schools, the MOE calendar is only a starting point — check your school’s own schedule. The choice is clear: use the official dates to plan ahead, or risk overlapping with exam venues or missing the best holiday deals.

Additional sources

thenewageparents.com, practicle.sg, sunnycitykids.com, illum.education, publicholidays.sg, facebook.com, moe.gov.sg, honeykidsasia.com, instagram.com

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Frequently asked questions

What are the exact dates for the 2026 Singapore school holidays?

March: 14–22 March; June: 30 May – 28 June; September: 5–13 September; Year-end: 21 November – 31 December. All dates from MOE press release.

Is there a PDF version of the Singapore school holiday 2026 calendar?

MOE provides a downloadable academic calendar on moe.gov.sg/calendar. Individual schools may also publish PDF versions.

Do all schools in Singapore follow the same holiday schedule?

MOE primary and secondary schools share the same schedule. International schools and private schools set their own calendars.

When is the first day of school in 2026?

Primary 1 and Kindergarten 1 start on 2 January 2026. Primary 2–6 and K2 start on 5 January 2026 (MOE press release).

Are there any public holidays that fall within school holidays in 2026?

Hari Raya Puasa falls on 21 March 2026, within the March school break (Kranji Secondary School calendar). Chinese New Year (17–18 Feb) falls in Term 1.

How long is the June holiday break in Singapore 2026?

30 days: from 30 May to 28 June 2026 (MOE press release).

Will there be any changes to school holiday dates due to public holidays?

No changes expected. MOE’s published dates already account for public holidays. Youth Day and Teachers’ Day are official school holidays.