Wiltshire College Term Dates and Holidays

The Wiltshire College Term Dates page brings all the dates into one easy-to-use College calendar. It also provides a clear Academic schedule, Student holidays, and Staff training days for easy planning at Wiltshire College & University Centre.

Wiltshire College Term Dates 2026/2027

Here are the official Wiltshire College term dates for the 2026/27 academic year.

Term	Dates	Key Notes
Term 1 (Autumn Term)	3 September – 23 October 2026	Staff development days: 22 & 23 October
Term 2	2 November – 18 December 2026	Christmas break begins
Term 3 (Spring Term)	4 January – 12 February 2027	Welcome back after the holidays
Term 4	22 February – 25 March 2027	Staff development day: 22 February
Term 5	12 April – 28 May 2027	Staff development day: 4 May
Term 6 (Summer Term)	7 June – 25 June 2027	End of academic year

Wiltshire College Term Dates 2027/2028

While the Wiltshire College term dates for the 2027/28 academic calendar have not yet been officially released, you can expect a similar structure to previous years. Typically, the autumn term begins in early September, with six terms running through to late June.

Wiltshire College Staff Development Days

Staff development days are crucial for teacher training and professional development. These are college closure days for students, meaning no classes are held.

2026/27 Staff Development Days:

• 22 October 2026
• 23 October 2026
• 22 February 2027
• 4 May 2027

During these dates, academic staff and professional services staff engage in training, curriculum planning, and student support strategies. It’s also a time when applications and enquiries may be handled differently, so plan accordingly.

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Wiltshire College Holiday Dates & College Closures

Here’s a breakdown of when Wiltshire College closes for the holidays:

Holiday Period	Dates	Details
Christmas break	19 December 2026 – 3 January 2027	College reopens on 4 January 2027
February half-term	13 February – 21 February 2027	Includes the staff development day on 22 February
Easter holidays	26 March – 11 April 2027	College reopens on 12 April 2027
May half-term	29 May – 6 June 2027	College reopens on 7 June 2027
Summer break	26 June 2027 onwards	End of the academic year

These Wiltshire College holidays align with bank holidays and public holidays, ensuring a well-balanced academic schedule for both students and staff.

When Does the Summer Term Start in 2027?

The summer term at Wiltshire College begins on 7 June 2027 and runs through to 25 June 2027. This is Term 6 of the academic year and marks the final stretch before the long summer break.

If you’re wondering “When does summer term start?” – you now have your answer. Make sure you’re prepared for the final assessments, exams, and course completions.

Academic Calendar Overview

This Wiltshire College academic calendar includes:

• 6 terms covering the entire academic year
• 4 staff development days (student-free)
• Major holiday breaks including Christmas, Easter, and summer
• Half-term breaks in February and May

Understanding the academic schedule helps you plan your studies, work, and personal life effectively.

Whether you’re a new student or returning staff member, this page on Wiltshire College term dates and holidays has you covered. From the autumn term to the summer break, you now have all the key dates at your fingertips.

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