The Exeter College Term Dates page gives students and parents a clear overview of the academic year and a complete term schedule. With around 8–10 holiday and closure periods, including Half term, December closure, Easter break, and May bank holidays, planning ahead becomes much easier.
You’ll also find Christmas closure midday, Level 3 results, GCSE results, and A Level start times, helping you stay informed throughout the year at Exeter College.
Exeter College Term Dates 2025/2026
This section details the full Exeter College Term Dates and academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic year.
Spring Term 2026
| Date(s) | Event/Activity |
|---|---|
| Monday 5 January 2026 | Staff Development Day |
| Tuesday 6 January 2026 | First Day of Spring Term |
| Monday 16 – Friday 20 February 2026 | Half Term |
| Monday 16 February 2026 | Student Interviews |
| Tuesday 3 March 2026 | FLIP Morning (Online) & Staff Development Afternoon |
| Thursday 2 April 2026 | Last Day of Spring Term (Easter Break) |
Summer Term 2026
| Date(s) | Event/Activity |
|---|---|
| Monday 20 April 2026 | First Day of Summer Term |
| Monday 4 May 2026 | Bank Holiday |
| Monday 25 – Friday 29 May 2026 | Half Term |
| Friday 3 July 2026 | Last Day of Summer Term |
| Monday 6 – Friday 10 July 2026 | Staff Development Week |
Exeter College Term Dates 2026/2027
This section outlines the complete Exeter College Term Dates and calendar for the academic year 2026/2027.
Autumn Term 2026
| Date(s) | Event/Activity |
|---|---|
| Thursday 13 August 2026 | Level 3 Results Day |
| Wednesday 19 August 2026 | All Teaching Staff Return |
| Thursday 20 August 2026 | GCSE Results Day |
| Monday 31 August 2026 | Bank Holiday |
| Thursday 3 & Friday 4 September 2026 | Year 1 Welcome Days |
| Friday 4 September 2026 | Year 2 Welcome Back Afternoon (PM) |
| Monday 7 September 2026 | All Teaching Starts (Year 2 A Level start 1:15pm) |
| Tuesday 13 October 2026 | FLIP Tutorial Morning (Online) & Staff Development Afternoon |
| Monday 26 – Friday 30 October 2026 | Half Term |
| Friday 18 December 2026 | Last Day of Autumn Term (Christmas Closure Midday) |
Spring Term 2027
| Date(s) | Event/Activity |
|---|---|
| Tuesday 5 January 2027 | First Day of Spring Term |
| Monday 15 – Friday 19 February 2027 | Half Term |
| Monday 15 February 2027 | Student Interviews |
| Thursday 25 March 2027 | Last Day of Spring Term (Easter Break) |
Summer Term 2027
| Date(s) | Event/Activity |
|---|---|
| Monday 12 April 2027 | First Day of Summer Term |
| Monday 3 May 2027 | Bank Holiday |
| Monday 31 May – Friday 4 June 2027 | Half Term |
| Friday 2 July 2027 | Last Day of Summer Term |
| Monday 5 – Friday 9 July 2027 | Staff Development Week |
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Key College Event Dates
These are the most important dates for students to remember, as they involve results, inductions, and the start of teaching.
| Event | 2025/2026 Date | 2026/2027 Date |
|---|---|---|
| Level 3 Results Day | 14 August 2025 | 13 August 2026 |
| GCSE Results Day | 21 August 2025 | 20 August 2026 |
| Year 1 Induction Days | 4 & 5 September 2025 | 3 & 4 September 2026 |
| Teaching Commences | 8 September 2025 | 7 September 2026 |
| Last Day of Term (Summer) | 3 July 2026 | 2 July 2027 |
Important Staff Development Days
| Staff Development Day | Date |
|---|---|
| Staff Development Afternoon | Tuesday 14 October 2025 |
| Staff Development Day | Friday 5 December 2025 |
| Staff Development Day | Monday 5 January 2026 |
| Staff Development Afternoon | Tuesday 3 March 2026 |
| Staff Development Week | Monday 6 – Friday 10 July 2026 |
College Closures & Bank Holidays
| Closure/Holiday | 2025/2026 Date(s) | 2026/2027 Date(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas Closure | Midday, 19 December 2025 | Midday, 18 December 2026 |
| Easter Break | Starts 2 April 2026 | Starts 25 March 2027 |
| May Bank Holiday | 4 May 2026 | 3 May 2027 |
| August Bank Holiday | N/A | 31 August 2026 |
We hope this page to the Exeter College term dates and College holidays has been helpful for you. Use this academic calendar to effectively plan your student induction, schedule your study leave, and be aware of all staff training days and college services availability.
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FAQs
How long is the Christmas break at Exeter College?
The Christmas closure usually begins at midday on the last day of the Autumn Term and lasts until the start of the Spring Term in January.
When does the Autumn term start at Exeter College?
The Autumn term usually starts with induction days in early September, with teaching officially commencing the following Monday.
When is the Spring half term at Exeter College?
The Spring half term typically falls in the third week of February.
Are students required to attend on staff development days?
No, the college is closed to students on staff development days, as these are dedicated to teacher training.
What time does the college close for the Christmas holidays?
The college closes at midday on the last day of the Autumn term for the Christmas break.
Official Resources:
Official Exeter college term dates and education updates.