Schools are set to reopen in the coming weeks despite experts saying it is ‘highly likely’ that Covid-19 cases will surge once they do.
Scotland has already seen a significant rise in cases, particularly among 16 and 19-year olds.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said it is partly a reflection of the increased interactions that come with children attending school again.
However, there are some measures in place to help prevent a rise in coronavirus cases across other UK countries.
If you’re wondering when schools are reopening for the autumn term around the UK, we’ve got everything you need to know.
What are the 2021 autumn term dates for schools in England and Wales?
The autumn term, for schools in England and Wales, is set to start on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. However, due to inset days, this could be Thursday, September 2 for some schools.
Following almost six weeks of summer holidays, students will be preparing to go back to school this week.
The autumn term is due to end on Friday, December 17, ahead of the Christmas holidays.
There will also be an autumn half-term break from Monday, October 25 to Friday, October 29. This means that schools will break up on Friday, October 22.
It is important to check the school term dates in your local area and specific school, too, as these can vary. You can do so by using the government’s postcode checker, or by checking your child’s school website.
What are the Autumn term dates for schools in Scotland?
While schools in England and Wales are yet to return, Scotland schools began their autumn term on Wednesday, August 18, 2021.
This is partly due to summer holidays beginning on Friday, June 25, which was almost a month before schools in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
They will have a mid-term break from Friday, October 8 before returning again on Tuesday, October 19.
The autumn term will end just days before Christmas on Thursday, December 23. However, pupils will have one day off on Monday, November 29 for St Andrew’s Day.
Again, it is best to check council guidance on the government website for your child’s school term dates.
What are Northern Ireland’s Autumn term dates for schools?
Following two full months of summer holidays, schools in Northern Ireland reopen for the autumn term on Wednesday, September 1 2021.
Schools in Northern Ireland broke up for summer on Thursday 1 July and the Christmas holidays are set to begin on Wednesday, 22 December.
For the full school timetable, visit the government website.
However, it does state: “These dates are based on an assumption of a ‘normal’ school year. If government advice impacts these dates, schools will be notified as promptly as possible.”
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