School year 2023-24

The dates on this page may not apply to academies, foundation, free or voluntary aided schools. These schools are encouraged to accept the dates set by BigTown Council but they are not required to. You should contact these schools directly to confirm their term dates.

The school year starts in September. There are 195 school days in each year (39 weeks). Pupils spend 190 days (38 weeks) in school each year; 5 of the 195 days are reserved for training teachers and support staff.