The Birmingham College Term Dates page helps students plan learning, work, and life with ease. It combines Birmingham College Holidays, confirmed term dates, and key college closure dates, with around 8–10 holiday periods each academic year, including half term, Christmas holiday, and Easter holiday.
This clear academic calendar covers term starts, term ends, and the autumn term, summer term, and spring breaks. You’ll also find CPD day, inset days, staff development day, and staff training updates, plus summer term availability, English language classes, and other further education term dates Birmingham for confident planning.
Birmingham College Term Dates 2025/2026
Below is the Birmingham College Term Dates and holidays for 2025/26.
Autumn Term 2025
- Term Starts: Monday 1st September 2025
- CPD Day (Staff Training): Wednesday 8th October 2025
- Half Term: Monday 27th October – Friday 31st October 2025
- Term Ends: Thursday 18th December 2025
Spring Term 2026
- Term Starts: Tuesday 6th January 2026
- Half Term: Monday 16th February – Friday 20th February 2026
- All Staff CPD Training Day: Friday 27th March 2026
- Term Ends: Friday 27th March 2026 (followed by Easter Holiday)
Summer Term 2026
- Term Starts: Monday 13th April 2026
- All Staff CPD Training Day: Tuesday 5th May 2026
- Half Term: Monday 25th May – Friday 29th May 2026
- Term Ends: Friday 25th June 2026
Birmingham College Term Dates 2026/2027
Below is the Birmingham College Term Dates and half term for 2026/27.
Autumn Term 2026
- Term Starts: Tuesday 1st September 2026
- CPD Day (Industry Upskilling): Wednesday 7th October 2026
- Half Term: Monday 26th October – Friday 30th October 2026
- Term Ends: Friday 18th December 2026
Spring Term 2027
- Term Starts: Tuesday 5th January 2027
- Half Term: Monday 15th February – Friday 19th February 2027
- All Staff Training Day: Friday 26th March 2027
- Term Ends: Friday 26th March 2027
Summer Term 2027
- Term Starts: Monday 12th April 2027
- Staff Development Day: Tuesday 4th May 2027
- Half Term: Monday 24th May – Friday 28th May 2027
- Term Ends: Friday 25th June 2027
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Birmingham College Term Dates 2027/2028
Below is the Birmingham College half term and CPD day for 2027/28.
Autumn Term 2027
- Term Starts: Wednesday 1st September 2027
- CPD Day (Subject Expertise): Thursday 7th October 2027
- Half Term: Monday 25th October – Friday 29th October 2027
- Term Ends: Friday 17th December 2027
Spring Term 2028
- Term Starts: Tuesday 4th January 2028
- Half Term: Monday 14th February – Friday 18th February 2028
- All Staff Training Day: Friday 24th March 2028
- Term Ends: Friday 24th March 2028
Summer Term 2028
- Term Starts: Monday 10th April 2028
- Staff CPD Day: Tuesday 2nd May 2028
- Half Term: Monday 22nd May – Friday 26th May 2028
- Term Ends: Friday 23rd June 2028
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Staff CPD & Training Days – Student Closures
On these days, colleges focus on staff training, industry upskilling, and subject expertise. Students should stay home unless otherwise notified.
- CPD Day (Autumn) – October each year
- All Staff Training Day (Spring) – Late March
- Staff Development Day (Summer) – Early May
These are official college closure dates for students, similar to inset days in schools.
Key College Holiday Periods
- Christmas Holiday College Dates: Late December to early January (approx. 2 weeks)
- Easter Holiday College Dates: Late March to early April (approx. 2 weeks)
- Spring Half Term: Mid-February (1 week)
- Autumn Half Term: Late October (1 week)
- Summer Half Term: Late May (1 week)
Read More: Leeds City College Term Dates
FAQs
When does the autumn term start at Birmingham College?
The autumn term usually starts on the first weekday of September.
What are CPD days in college?
CPD days are staff training days focused on industry upskilling and subject expertise; students do not attend.
How long is the Christmas holiday at Birmingham College?
The Christmas holiday is approximately two weeks, from late December to early January.
Does Birmingham College offer English classes in summer?
Yes, English language classes are available throughout the entire summer term.
When is the spring half term?
Spring half term is typically in mid-February and lasts one week.
What is the difference between term ends and college holidays?
Term ends mark the last day of classes; college holidays begin the next day and include breaks like Easter and Christmas.
Are students required to attend on staff training days?
No, CPD days and staff development days are student closure days.
Official Resources:
Official Birmingham college term dates and education updates.