2026 School Holidays in Singapore: Essential Dates for Every Parent
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The 2026 school calendar is already in motion. Students are midway through Term 2, and the major breaks, national exams, and public holidays are coming up fast.
Whether you are planning a family trip during the June break or mapping out revision time before PSLE, these dates will shape the months ahead.
Detailed MOE Academic Calendar for 2026
The school year set by the MOE runs from Friday, 2 January to Friday, 20 November 2026, split across two semesters and four terms.
Semester 1
Term | Dates |
|---|---|
Term 1 | Friday, 2 January to Friday, 13 March |
Term 2 | Monday, 23 March to Friday, 29 May |
Semester 2
Term | Dates |
|---|---|
Term 3 | Monday, 29 June to Friday, 4 September |
Term 4 | Monday, 14 September to Friday, 20 November |
Note: Schools used as GCE O-Level examination venues will end the final term earlier, on Friday, 23 October 2026. Students at these schools will have an extended year-end break.
Designated School Holidays for 2026
Beyond the major vacation periods, MOE designates specific days as school-only holidays. These do not apply to the general workforce, so parents should plan accordingly.
Holiday | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Youth Day | Sunday, 5 July | Monday, 6 July is a scheduled school holiday |
Teachers’ Day | Friday, 4 September | |
Children’s Day | Friday, 2 October | Primary schools and primary sections of full schools only |
Major 2026 School Vacation Periods
If you are coordinating leave from work, booking flights, or scheduling enrichment programmes, these are the dates to lock in first.
Break | Dates | Duration |
|---|---|---|
March Mid-Term Break | Saturday, 14 March to Sunday, 22 March | 9 days |
June Mid-Year Holidays | Saturday, 30 May to Sunday, 28 June | 30 days |
September Mid-Term Break | Saturday, 5 September to Sunday, 13 September | 9 days |
Year-End Holidays | Saturday, 21 November to Thursday, 31 December | 41 days |
A month long, the June holidays remain the longest continuous break, and most families use it for travel or intensive revision. The September break, on the other hand, is shorter but carries more weight for students preparing for their national exams. It is often the last window for focused revision before PSLE and the O-Levels begin.
Official Singapore Public Holidays 2026
Public holidays that fall within the school year often create extended weekends. Here are the remaining public holidays for 2026:
Term | Holiday | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Term 2 | Labour Day | Friday, 1 May | |
Hari Raya Haji | Wednesday, 27 May | ||
Vesak Day | Sunday, 31 May | Monday, 1 June is a public holiday | |
Term 3 | National Day | Sunday, 9 August | Monday, 10 August is a public holiday |
Term 4 | Deepavali | Sunday, 8 November | Monday, 9 November is a public holiday |
Christmas Day | Friday, 25 December | Falls during year-end holidays |
Note: When a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday is a public holiday.
Forecasted 2026 National Examination Windows
For parents of Primary 6, Secondary 4, or Secondary 5 students, the second half of the year is shaped by national exams. These dates are based on historical patterns and official announcements.
Examination | Estimated Period |
|---|---|
PSLE Oral Exams | Mid-August |
PSLE Listening Comprehension | Mid-September |
PSLE Written Papers | Late September to early October |
PSLE Marking Exercise | Mid-October (3 to 4 days; Primary 1 to 5 students typically do not attend school) |
GCE O-Level and A-Level Written Papers | Mid-October to mid-November |
Two things worth noting for leave planning:
- The PSLE marking exercise in mid-October means Primary 1 to 5 students are usually given time off while teachers mark scripts. If you have younger children at home, factor this in.
- The O-Level and A-Level written papers stretch into mid-November, which affects households with older students still in exam mode while younger siblings are already on holiday.
3 Strategies to Optimise the 2026 School Holidays
Should your child spend the holidays catching up on weak topics? Getting ahead on the next term? Or just resting? Most parents wrestle with these questions every break. Here are three approaches that work.
1. Identify Academic Weaknesses Early
The first few days of any school break are the best time to take stock.
- Pinpoint specific topics your child finds difficult, not just broad subjects.
- Focus 80% of revision effort on weak areas rather than repeating what they already know.
- A student struggling with Ratios, for example, benefits more from targeted practice than general Maths revision.
2. Implement the “Head Start” Approach
The final week of holidays is often wasted on last-minute relaxation. Flip that pattern.
- Use the last five to seven days to preview next term’s topics.
- Even a light introduction builds familiarity before the teacher covers the material in class.
- Students who walk into Term 3 or Term 4 having seen the content once already tend to absorb lessons faster and ask sharper questions.
3. Prioritise Untouchable Rest Days
Burnout is real, and it does not only affect adults.
- Schedule specific days with zero academic activity.
- Protect those days. Do not let them erode into “just one worksheet” compromises.
- Downtime is not wasted time. It is what keeps performance sustainable across a 10-month school year.
Strategic Planning with TLS Tutorials
At TLS Tutorials, we help students make the most of these dates.
- Free holiday intensives for P6 students: Students enrolled in our classes get access to complimentary intensive sessions before major examinations. These sessions focus on closing learning gaps and building exam readiness.
- Structured study skills: We teach students how to revise during their breaks, not just what to revise. The “Head Start” approach works best when students know how to preview effectively, and that is a skill we build into our sessions.
If your child needs support with Primary Math tuition, Secondary Maths tuition, or Science tuition in Singapore, we are here to help. Reach out to TLS Tutorials and give your child the structure they need for the months ahead.