Generally, the school year in Amman, Jordan, starts from August 24 to August 31, and ends in June. School holidays in Amman may have different dates, depending on which school. For more updated information, please check individual school websites.
| Dates | School Holidays |
|---|---|
| Aug 31 | Start Academic Year |
| Oct 8 | Anniversary of the birth of the Prophet |
| Dec 25 | Christmas Holiday |
| Jan 2 – Feb 4 | Winter Break |
| Apr 9 | Palm Sunday |
| Apr 16 | Easter Break |
| Apr 21 | Eid Al Fitr |
| May 1 | International Workers’ Day |
| May 25 | Independence Day of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan |
| Jun 22 | Summer Holiday |
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 Amman.
Independence Day
The United Nations has approved the end of the British Mandate and recognized Transjordan as an independent sovereign kingdom. Independence Day is the National Holiday of Jordan and is celebrated annually on May 25 in Amman.
Eid Al Fitr Holiday
Eid Al Fitr is the Holiday is 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 Amman.
Hijri New Year
Hijri New Year is the start of the Islamic calendar and is celebrated by Muslims. It is a public holiday in Amman.
Birthday of Prophet Muhammad
The birthday of Prophet Muhammad is also a public holiday in Amman.
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