The dates of the school holidays in Istanbul are decided by the Ministry of National Education in Turkey. For more updated information on the accurate school holidays, please check with the school directly or visit the Ministry of Education’s website.
| Dates | School Holidays |
|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2025 | First Day of School |
| Nov 10 – 14, 2025 | Semester 1 Holidays |
| Jan 19 – 30, 2026 | Winter Holidays |
| Mar 16 – 20, 2026 | Semester 2 Holidays |
| Jun 29, 2026 | Summer Holidays |
New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day marks the first day of the year as per the Gregorian calendar.
National Sovereignty and Children’s Day
The National Sovereignty and Children’s Day celebrates the creation of the Turkish Parliament and the importance of children in the country’s development.
Labor Day
Labour and Solidarity Day in Turkey is a day to commemorate laborers’ rights.
Commemoration of Ataturk, Youth and Sports Day
This holiday marks the start of the war of independence in 1919.
Ramazan Feast Holiday
The Ramadan Feast is an official holiday that continues for three days in Turkey. It is the start of fasting for Muslims.
Democracy and National Solidarity Day
This holiday commemorates the national unity against the coup d’état attempt for democracy in 2016.
Kurban Bayrami Sacrifice Feast
The Feast of the Sacrifice commemorates Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son Ishmael to show his faithfulness to Allah.
Victory Day
This holiday commemorates a key victory in the Turkish War of Independence in 1922.
Republic Day
Republic Day remembers the proclamation of the Republic of Turkey in 1923. The holiday is celebrated for only half-day.
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