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Recent changes in legislation now mean that children cannot be granted holidays in term time unless this is due to exceptional circumstances. If leave from school is unavoidable then an Absence Request Form should be filled in. In considering requests for holidays the headteacher will consider current attendance, attainment, year group, time of year and circumstance.
The school year for pupils is 190 school days
Staff training days will take place outside of the term dates given above i.e. when the children are on holiday or after school.
| Term | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term 2026 | Thursday 3 September | Friday 18 December |
| Autumn Half Term Holiday 2026 | Monday 26 October | Friday 30 October |
| Spring Term 2027 | Monday 4 January | Thursday 25 March |
| Spring Half Term Holiday 2027 | Monday 15 February | Friday 19 February |
| Summer Term 2027 | Monday 12 April | Friday 16 July |
| Summer Half Term Holiday 2027 | Monday 31 May | Friday 4 June |
Early May Bank Holiday – Monday 3 May 2027
The school year for pupils is 190 school days
Staff training days will take place outside of the term dates given above i.e. when the children are on holiday or after school.
Victoria Academy is part of Furness Education Trust, an exempt charity.
Furness Education Trust is a Company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales under Company Number 06895426 Registered in England and Wales.
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