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School holidays

Nigeria ·

4 school breaks in Nigeria during 2026. Longest is 51 days (Summer Holidays).

School breaks

4

Total off-days

113

Longest break

51 d

Next break

In 50 days

Next school break

Summer Holidays

Jul 25 – Sep 13 · 51 days

50

days away

All 2026 school breaks

4 total
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Dec20

Christmas Holidays

Dec 20 – Jan 11 · 23 days

23d
Apr18

Mid-Year Holidays

Apr 18 – May 3 · 16 days

16d
Jul25

Summer Holidays

Jul 25 – Sep 13 · 51 days

51d
Dec19

Christmas Holidays

Dec 19 – Jan 10 · 23 days

23d

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Public holidays in 2026

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Jan1

New Year's Day

Mar20

Eid al-Fitr

Apr3

Good Friday

Apr6

Easter Monday

May1

Workers' Day

May27

Eid al-Adha

Jun12

Democracy Day

Aug25

Prophet's Birthday

Oct1

Independence Day

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Frequently asked questions

When are school holidays in Nigeria 2026?
Nigeria schools have 4 break periods throughout 2026. See the month-by-month timeline above for each break's start and end dates.
How many school breaks does Nigeria have in 2026?
Nigeria schools observe 4 break periods in 2026, including national holidays and seasonal breaks. Exact dates may vary by region or school zone.
When is the Christmas school break in Nigeria 2026?
The Christmas school break in Nigeria runs December 20, 2025 – January 11, 2026.
When is the summer school break in Nigeria 2026?
The summer school break in Nigeria runs July 25, 2026 – September 13, 2026.
Why do school holiday dates differ by region?
Many countries stagger school holidays across regions or zones to avoid simultaneous travel demand. France, the Netherlands, Germany, and others use this approach.
When is the best time to travel around school holidays?
Prices and crowds spike during school breaks. Traveling 1–2 weeks before or after a break — when other regions are still in school — typically offers better availability and lower prices.
Where does this calendar come from?
Data is sourced from the national education ministry of Nigeria. See the source link below for the official publication.

School calendar dates published by national education ministries. Always confirm with your local school for the official calendar.