School holidays in Jordan are comprised of term dates and other important public holidays in Jordan. The term dates are prescribed by the Ministry of Education and are followed across the country, especially in major cities such as Amman, Irbid, and Aqaba.
Below is a list of school holidays in Jordan for your reference. For more updated information, please visit individual websites of schools in Jordan.
| Dates | School Holidays |
|---|---|
| Aug 31 | Start the Academic Year |
| Dec 25 | Christmas Holiday |
| Jan 2 – Feb 4 | Winter Break |
| Apr 16 | Easter Break |
| Jul 22 – Sep 2 | Summer Holiday |
| Sep 3 | Start the Academic Year |
New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day is celebrated on the 1st of January every year, marking the start of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
Labor Day
May Day, or Labor Day, is a public holiday in many countries worldwide, and a day to celebrate workers’ rights in Jordan.
Independence Day
Independence Day commemorates the United Nations approving the end of the British Mandate, and recognizing Transjordan as an independent sovereign kingdom. Independence Day is the National Holiday of Jordan and is celebrated annually on May 25th.
Eid Al Fitr Holiday
Eid Al Fitr is the holiday marking the end of Ramadan (fasting month) for Muslims.
Eid Al Adha Holiday
Eid Al Adha is the Greater Eid, and is marked by week-long celebrations in Jordan.
Hijri New Year
Hijri New Year is the start of the Islamic calendar and is celebrated by Muslims. It is a public holiday in Jordan.
Birthday of Prophet Muhammad
The birthday of Prophet Muhammad is also a public holiday in Jordan.
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