Quick answer
In 2027 Victoria and Queensland finish Term 1 first, on Thursday 25 March. The Northern Territory finishes Term 2 first, on Friday 18 June. Victoria, Queensland and the Northern Territory finish Term 3 together on Friday 17 September. Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory finish Term 4 first, on Friday 10 December.
Who breaks up first for the autumn break?
Victoria and Queensland, with Term 1 ending on Thursday 25 March 2027. The Northern Territory has the latest finish of the three, on Friday 2 April. New South Wales, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania and the ACT all finish on Friday 9 April.
Who breaks up first for the winter break?
The Northern Territory, with Term 2 ending on Friday 18 June 2027. Victoria and Queensland follow on Friday 25 June. The other states and territories finish on Friday 2 July.
Who breaks up first for the spring break?
Victoria, Queensland and the Northern Territory finish Term 3 on Friday 17 September 2027. The others finish a week later, on Friday 24 September.
Who finishes first for summer?
Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory finish Term 4 on Friday 10 December 2027. Victoria, New South Wales and the ACT finish on Friday 17 December, and Western Australia and Tasmania on Thursday 16 December.
Who goes back first?
In 2027 Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory start Term 1 first, on Wednesday 27 January. Victoria starts the next day, Thursday 28 January. Open the school holidays by state pages for the full set, or compare any two states.
Frequently asked questions
Does the state that breaks up first also go back first?
Not always. Some states finish early but also have longer breaks.
Why do dates differ?
Each state education department sets its own calendar. Read how school terms work.
Do these dates apply to every school?
They apply to government schools. Independent and Catholic schools can differ.
More dates
See how school days are counted or plan leave around long weekends.