When Do Schools Finish for Summer 2027 in Ireland?
Most primary schools in Ireland finish for the summer holidays at the end of June 2027, and most post-primary (secondary) schools finish at the end of the school year in late May/June 2027, around the start of the State examinations. Unlike the mid-term and Easter breaks, the exact summer finish date is not fixed by the Department of Education, each school sets its own last day, provided it stays open for the minimum number of tuition days.
Coverage: These dates apply to recognised primary and post-primary schools in the Republic of Ireland. Northern Ireland publishes a separate school calendar.
Frequently asked questions
When do primary schools close for summer 2027?
Most primary schools close for the summer holidays around the last week of June 2027. The Department of Education does not set a single fixed date, each primary school chooses its own last day, but must be open for at least 182 tuition days in the year.
When do secondary schools finish for summer 2027?
Post-primary schools generally finish at the end of the school year in late May or June 2027. Exam and non-exam classes can finish on different days because the State examinations (Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate) begin in early-to-mid June. Post-primary schools must be open for at least 166 tuition days.
Is there an official summer holiday date for all schools?
No. The standardised school year (Department of Education Circular 0018/2026) fixes the October, Christmas, February and Easter breaks, but the summer finish and autumn return dates are set by each individual school within the required number of tuition days. Always confirm the exact date with your child's school.
When does the 2027/28 school year start?
Most schools reopen for the 2027/28 school year in late August or early September 2027. Each school sets its own reopening date.
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Term-break dates verified against DoE Circular 0018/2026 on 26 July 2026. Summer finish dates are set by individual schools and are indicative.