The school year in Hong Kong usually begins in August and ends in June and consists of three, 3-month terms. There are a number of breaks and school holidays in Hong Kong, in which dates may vary every year.
Summer holidays in Hong Kong typically last from mid-July to end of August. Other religious and cultural holidays such as Christmas, Lunar New Year, and Easter holiday breaks are held from one to two weeks.
Government schools and international schools often follow the same school holidays, while private schools may have different holidays. For more up-to-date information, please check with the school or the respective education body.
The Hong Kong English Schools Foundation school year starts in August and consists of three, three-month terms, with the school year ending in late June.
| School Holidays | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | Sep 1, 2026 | |
| Christmas Holidays | Dec 24, 2025 | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Lunar New Year Holidays | Feb 12, 2025 | Feb 21. 2026 |
| Easter Holidays | Apr 3, 2026 | Apr 11, 2026 |
| Summer Holidays | Jul 10, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 |
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