This webpage provides details on the 2024 and 2025 UK school holiday dates as announced by the Brent London Borough Council in England, aimed at assisting with your planning.
Holiday dates set by the council are typically consistent, but we encourage you to frequently visit this page for any updates that may be announced. For the most current and officially approved holiday schedules, please refer to the Brent London Borough Council’s website for their 2023-2024 approved calendar and 2024-2025 approved calendar. Additionally, for any immediate news or recent adjustments not yet included in the official calendars, visiting the Brent London Borough Council homepage is recommended.
Plan your trips effortlessly by consulting England School Holiday Dates.
Please be mindful that specific holiday dates may vary among individual schools, due to factors such as teacher training days and other unique school-related considerations.
School Holidays 2023-2024
| School Holidays | Starts | Finishes |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | 4 Sep 2023 (Mon) | |
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23 Oct 2023 (Mon) | 27 Oct 2023 (Fri) |
| Christmas Holidays | 22 Dec 2023 (Fri) | 5 Jan 2024 (Fri) |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12 Feb 2024 (Mon) | 16 Feb 2024 (Fri) |
| Spring Holidays | 29 Mar 2024 (Fri) | 12 Apr 2024 (Fri) |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27 May 2024 (Mon) | 31 May 2024 (Fri) |
| Summer Holidays | 30 Jul 2024 (Tue) | 30 Aug 2024 (Fri) |
School Holidays 2024-2025
| School Holidays | Starts | Finishes |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | 2 Sep 2024 (Mon) | |
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21 Oct 2024 (Mon) | 25 Oct 2024 (Fri) |
| Christmas Holidays | 23 Dec 2024 (Mon) | 3 Jan 2025 (Fri) |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17 Feb 2025 (Mon) | 21 Feb 2025 (Fri) |
| Spring Holidays | 7 Apr 2025 (Mon) | 21 Apr 2025 (Mon) |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26 May 2025 (Mon) | 30 May 2025 (Fri) |
| Summer Holidays | 28 Jul 2025 (Mon) |
For those intrigued by the backstory of our school holiday schedules, we’ve crafted an enlightening piece titled A Historical Perspective of UK School Holidays.
This article peels back the layers of history to reveal the origins and developments of the UK’s academic calendar.
It’s a must-read for anyone looking to understand the complex interplay of factors that have influenced our current school holiday system.
FAQs on Brent School Holidays
The most popular activities for children during Brent School Holidays include a wide range of engaging and educational options. Some of the top activities and attractions for kids in Brent are:
- Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme: The HAF Programme provides free access to activities and healthy meals to eligible children and young people in Brent during the school holidays. It includes a wide range of fun, physical, and enriching activities, education around healthy eating and lifestyles, and preparing food, as well as nutritious meals each day.
- Variety of Activities: The school holidays in Brent offer a variety of activities for children of all ages, including sports, dance, arts and crafts, day trips, and cooking.
- Free Holiday Activities: Various organisations and schools in Brent provide free holiday activities for primary and secondary school-aged children, offering a range of engaging and educational experiences.
- Library Activities: The local libraries in Brent run a range of activities and events aimed at entertaining, educating, and inspiring young people, including craft sessions, digital fun, and author visits during school holidays.
These activities offer a mix of sports, arts, educational experiences, and opportunities for children to stay engaged and active during the school holidays in Brent.
During Brent School Holidays, children can participate in the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme, which provides free access to a wide range of activities and healthy meals for eligible children and young people in Brent.
The popular educational activities for children in Brent School Holidays include the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme, which provides free access to a wide range of activities and healthy meals for eligible children and young people in Brent. The programme includes fun, physical, and enriching activities, education around healthy eating and lifestyles, and a nutritious meal each day. Children and young people can access a minimum of 4 days of HAF programme activities over the Easter and Christmas holidays, and 16 days over the summer holidays. The activities offered include sports, dance, arts and crafts, day trips, cooking healthy food, and more. The aim of the programme is to support the physical and mental health and wellbeing of children and young people, encouraging them to engage in interactive and fun activities during the school holidays. The HAF Programme is part of a national scheme funded by the Department for Education and is available to primary and secondary school-aged children (Reception – Year 11) who are eligible for benefits-related free school meals or who have been identified as otherwise in need of the programme. The programme is delivered by selected providers across Brent and offers free places at a range of activities for eligible children.
Some indoor activities for children during Brent School Holidays include:
- Brent Holiday Activities and Food Programme: The programme offers free places at holiday clubs in the Easter, Summer, and Christmas school holidays for school-aged children (4-16) in Brent. The activities provided include a wide range of fun, physical, and enriching activities, education around healthy eating and lifestyles, and preparing food.
- Variety of Activities: The programme offers a variety of activities for children of all ages, including sports, dance, arts and crafts, day trips, and cooking healthy food.
- Local Holiday Clubs: Various holiday clubs in Brent offer indoor activities for children, providing a fun and safe environment for kids to play and engage in various activities.
These activities provide opportunities for children to stay entertained and engaged during the school holidays in Brent.
Disclaimer: The information provided on the “Brent School Holidays” page is intended for general informational purposes only.
While we strive to keep the data up to date and accurate, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to the calendar or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the page for any purpose.
Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.
Please note that holiday dates can vary depending on the region and the individual school.
We advise parents and guardians to check with their local education authority or the respective schools for confirmation of the exact dates and any potential changes that may occur.
We cannot be held responsible for any discrepancies or changes in the school holiday schedules.
