Having the complete Bradfield College term dates at your fingertips helps you manage schedules for the entire academic year. This page breaks down the Michaelmas term, Lent term, Summer term, and pupils’ return dates to long leave weekends and exeat dates.
It also helps parents plan around Bradfield College weekend activities, making it a practical reference for staying prepared throughout the year at Bradfield College.
For more UK independent school calendars, visit UK College Holidays.
Bradfield College Term Dates 2026/2027
For the Bradfield College term dates 2026/2027 academic year, all dates are confirmed as per the official school calendar.
| TERM | ACTIVITY | DATE |
|---|---|---|
| MICHAELMAS | Staff training days | Thursday 3 September, Friday 4 September |
| Pupils return | Monday 7 September | |
| Exeat (College closed) | Friday 25 September 4pm – Sunday 27 September 9pm | |
| Long Leave begins | Friday 16 October | |
| Long Leave ends | Sunday 1 November 9pm | |
| Exeat (College closed) | Friday 20 November 4pm – Sunday 22 November 9pm | |
| Term ends | Friday 11 December | |
| LENT | Staff training day | Tuesday 5 January |
| Term begins | Tuesday 5 January 9pm | |
| Exeat (College closed) | Friday 22 January 4pm – Sunday 24 January 9pm | |
| Long Leave begins | Friday 12 February | |
| Long Leave ends | Sunday 21 February 9pm | |
| Exeat (College closed) | Friday 5 March 4pm – Sunday 7 March 9pm | |
| Term ends | Wednesday 24 March | |
| SUMMER | Staff training day | Monday 19 April |
| Term begins | Monday 19 April 9pm | |
| Bank Holiday | Monday 3 May | |
| Long Leave begins | Friday 28 May | |
| Long Leave ends | Sunday 6 June 9pm | |
| Commemoration, Term Ends & Leavers’ Ball | Saturday 3 July Term Ends 4pm |
Bradfield College Term Dates 2027/2028
Below are the Bradfield College term dates 2027/2028 and are subject to change.
| TERM | ACTIVITY | DATE |
|---|---|---|
| MICHAELMAS | Staff training days | Thursday 2 September, Friday 3 September |
| Pupils return | Sunday 5 September | |
| Exeat (College closed) | Friday 24 September 4pm – Sunday 26 September 9pm | |
| Long Leave begins | Friday 15 October | |
| Long Leave ends | Sunday 31 October 9pm | |
| Exeat (College closed) | Friday 19 November 4pm – Sunday 21 November 9pm | |
| Term ends | Wednesday 15 December | |
| LENT | Staff training day | Wednesday 5 January |
| Term begins | Wednesday 5 January 9pm | |
| Exeat (College closed) | Friday 21 January 4pm – Sunday 23 January 9pm | |
| Long Leave begins | Friday 11 February | |
| Long Leave ends | Sunday 20 February 9pm | |
| Exeat (College closed) | Friday 10 March 4pm – Sunday 12 March 9pm | |
| Term ends | Friday 24 March | |
| SUMMER | Staff training day | Tuesday 18 April |
| Term begins | Tuesday 18 April 9pm | |
| Bank Holiday | Monday 1 May | |
| Long Leave begins | Friday 26 May | |
| Long Leave ends | Sunday 4 June 9pm | |
| Commemoration, Term Ends & Leavers’ Ball | Saturday 1 July Term Ends 4pm |
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Bradfield College Term Dates 2028/2029
As of now, the Bradfield College holidays and term dates for 2028/2029 have not been released by the school. Official dates are typically published about 12–18 months in advance. We recommend checking the official Bradfield College website for updates as they become available.
Exeat Dates & Long Leave Weekends
Bradfield College exeat dates are weekends when the College is closed, and pupils are expected to leave the premises. For 2026/2027, these fall on:
- 25–27 September 2026
- 20–22 November 2026
- 22–24 January 2027
- 5–7 March 2027
Long leave weekends are extended breaks that give pupils a longer period away from College. In 2026/2027, long leave begins on 16 October and 12 February, with pupils returning on 1 November and 21 February.
Staff Training Days & Pupil Return Dates
Staff training days are crucial for teachers to prepare for the term ahead. In 2026/2027, these fall on 3–4 September for the Michaelmas term. The pupils’ return date is 7 September.
For 2027/2028, staff training days are scheduled for 2–3 September, with pupils returning on 5 September.
Bradfield College Calendar PDF Download
For a complete overview, you can download the official Bradfield College calendar PDF from the school’s website. This is particularly useful for planning and referencing dates offline.
Term Dates for Academic Years 2026/2027 and 2027/2028
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FAQs
What are Bradfield College term dates?
Bradfield College term dates outline the start and end of each academic term, including holidays and breaks.
When do pupils return to Bradfield College?
Pupils return on Monday 7 September for the Michaelmas term.
What is an exeat?
An exeat is a weekend when the College is closed, and pupils are expected to leave campus.
When do staff training days take place?
Staff training days are scheduled before the start of each term.
How long is long leave?
Long leave is an extended break of approximately two weeks.
When does the Lent term begin?
The Lent term begins in early January.
Where can I find the latest term dates?
The official Bradfield College website provides the most up-to-date information.
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