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School holidays

South Africa ·

5 school breaks in South Africa during 2026. Longest is 32 days (Vacanze del trimestre 4 (Vacanze estive)).

School breaks

5

Total off-days

111

Longest break

32 d

Next break

In 21 days

Next school break

Vacanze del trimestre 2 (Vacanze invernali)

giu 27 – lug 20 · 24 days

21

days away

All 2026 school breaks

5 total
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dic13

Vacanze del trimestre 4 (Vacanze estive)

dic 13 – gen 13 · 32 giorni

32g
mar28

Vacanze del trimestre 1

mar 28 – apr 7 · 11 giorni

11g
giu27

Vacanze del trimestre 2 (Vacanze invernali)

giu 27 – lug 20 · 24 giorni

24g
set24

Vacanze del trimestre 3 (Vacanze primaverili)

set 24 – ott 5 · 12 giorni

12g
dic12

Vacanze del trimestre 4 (Vacanze estive)

dic 12 – gen 12 · 32 giorni

32g
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Public holidays in 2026

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gen1

Capodanno

mar21

Giornata dei diritti umani

apr3

Venerdì Santo

apr6

Giornata della Famiglia

apr27

Giorno della libertà

mag1

Festa dei lavoratori

giu16

Giornata della gioventù

ago9

Giornata nazionale della donna

ago10

Giornata nazionale della donna (osservato)

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Frequently asked questions

Quando sono le vacanze scolastiche in South Africa nel 2026?
Le scuole di South Africa hanno 5 periodi di vacanza nel 2026. Consulta la cronologia mensile sopra per le date di inizio e fine di ogni periodo.
How many school breaks does South Africa have in 2026?
South Africa schools observe 5 break periods in 2026, including national holidays and seasonal breaks. Exact dates may vary by region or school zone.
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 South Africa. See the source link below for the official publication.
CorrelatiGiorni festivi 2026PontiPanoramica di South Africa

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