Darwin explained
NT School Holidays & Term Dates 2026
Schools in Darwin follow the the Northern Territory calendar, which runs across four terms in 2026. Here are the official term dates and every school-holiday period for the year.
NT school term dates 2026
| Term | Students start | Term ends |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Thursday 29 January | Thursday 2 April |
| Term 2 | Tuesday 14 April | Friday 19 June |
| Term 3 | Tuesday 14 July | Friday 18 September |
| Term 4 | Tuesday 6 October | Thursday 10 December |
NT school holidays 2026
- After Term 13 April – 13 April
- After Term 220 June – 13 July
- After Term 319 September – 5 October
- Summer holidaysFrom 11 December
NT school holidays: your questions
What are the NT school term dates for 2026?
For the Northern Territory government schools in 2026: Term 1 runs Thursday 29 January to Thursday 2 April; Term 2 runs Tuesday 14 April to Friday 19 June; Term 3 runs Tuesday 14 July to Friday 18 September; Term 4 runs Tuesday 6 October to Thursday 10 December.
When do the NT school holidays start in 2026?
The first NT government-school break of 2026 falls 3 april – 13 april, after Term 1 ends on Thursday 2 April. Students return for Term 2 on Tuesday 14 April.
When are the mid-year school holidays in NT in 2026?
The 2026 mid-year (winter) break in the Northern Territory falls 20 june – 13 july, after Term 2 ends on Friday 19 June.
Do Catholic and independent schools follow the same dates?
These are the Northern Territory Government dates for government schools. Most Catholic and independent schools follow similar term dates, but pupil-free days and start dates can differ by a day or two, so always confirm the exact 2026 dates with your school.