This webpage serves as your guide to the 2024 and 2025 UK school holidays as outlined by the Coventry City Council in England, intended to assist in your planning.
The council’s holiday dates are usually consistent, but it’s a good practice to periodically check for any adjustments that might be announced. For the most accurate and officially confirmed holiday schedules, please refer to the Coventry City Council’s website for their 2023-2024 approved calendar and 2024-2025 approved calendar. Furthermore, for any immediate news or last-minute changes not yet listed in the official calendars, visiting the Coventry City Council homepage is recommended.
Ensure your holiday plans align with England School Holiday Dates.
It’s important to note that specific holiday dates may differ among individual schools, which could be influenced by teacher training days and other unique school-related factors.
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School Holidays 2023-2024
School Holidays | Starts | Finishes |
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First Day of School | 4 Sep 2023 (Mon) | |
Autumn Half Term Holidays | 30 Oct 2023 (Mon) | 3 Nov 2023 (Fri) |
Christmas Holidays | 25 Dec 2023 (Mon) | 5 Jan 2024 (Fri) |
Spring Half Term Holidays | 12 Feb 2024 (Mon) | 16 Feb 2024 (Fri) |
Spring Holidays | 25 Mar 2024 (Mon) | 5 Apr 2024 (Fri) |
Summer Half Term Holidays | 27 May 2024 (Mon) | 31 May 2024 (Fri) |
Summer Holidays | 22 Jul 2024 (Mon) | 2 Sep 2024 (Mon) |
School Holidays 2024-2025
School Holidays | Starts | Finishes |
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First Day of School | 3 Sep 2024 (Tue) | |
Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28 Oct 2024 (Mon) | 1 Nov 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 | 14 Apr 2025 (Mon) | 25 Apr 2025 (Fri) |
Summer Half Term Holidays | 26 May 2025 (Mon) | 30 May 2025 (Fri) |
Summer Holidays | 22 Jul 2025 (Tue) |
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 Coventry School Holidays
Some popular outdoor activities for children in Coventry during school holidays include:
- Wildings Outdoor Play in Finham, offering sessions throughout the summer for children up to eight years old.
- Splash Park at War Memorial Park, where children can play in water jets and enjoy open play area space, a café, skate park, tennis courts, and basketball courts.
- Sports Fest at Broadgate, a free event featuring a range of sports and wellbeing activities suitable for all ages and abilities.
- Cov by the Sea at Coventry Cathedral, a seaside-themed event with free games, crafts, live music, and a vintage carousel.
These activities provide children with the opportunity to be active, enjoy the outdoors, and have fun during their school holidays.
Some free activities for children during Coventry school holidays include:
- Holiday clubs offering up to 6 activities each day, such as a wide range of sports, arts and crafts, inflatables, team games, and dance.
- CV Life’s fun-packed school holidays full of activities at venues across Coventry.
- Visiting the Story of Children’s TV exhibition at the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum, having a kickabout in War Memorial Park, discovering wildlife at Brandon Marsh Nature Reserve, taking a ride ‘up the cut’, picnicking at Coombe Country Park, and enjoying indoor play at the Unicorn Horse Play.
- Participating in various events and activities across Coventry, such as Dino Trail at West Orchards Shopping Centre, Summer at Wildings Outdoor Play in Finham, Splash Park at War Memorial Park, Sports Fest at Broadgate, and Cov by the Sea at Coventry Cathedral.
These activities offer children a range of entertaining and educational experiences during their school holidays without incurring extra costs.
Some popular educational activities for children during Coventry school holidays include:
- The “Dino Trail” at West Orchards Shopping Centre, where children can hunt for dinosaurs and engage in a fun, educational activity.
- The “Story of Children’s TV” exhibition at the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum, offering an educational experience about the history of children’s television.
- The “Mini Museum Engineers” and “Tinker Make Play Sessions” at Coventry Transport Museum, providing children with hands-on activities related to STEM concepts and creative play.
- The “Living History Sessions” at St Marys Guildhall, offering children the opportunity to learn about medieval history through interactive experiences.
- Wildlife discovery at Brandon Marsh Nature Reserve, where children can explore wildlife pools, orchards, bird watching hides, and sensory gardens.
These activities aim to provide children with both fun and educational experiences during their school holidays.
Some popular indoor activities for children during Coventry school holidays include:
- Tiny Tim’s Purple Planet Indoor Soft Play: An indoor soft play center offering a fun environment for children.
- Jam Jam Boomerang Indoor Play, Party, and Lazer Venue: An indoor play and party venue providing entertainment for children.
- Creative Workshops, Holiday Club, After School Club: Offers creative workshops and holiday club activities for children at Eastern Green Village Hall.
- Kings Camps – Coventry: Provides indoor sports and wellbeing activities suitable for all ages and abilities at Bablake School.
Additionally, there are various other options such as holiday clubs, museums, and educational workshops that offer indoor activities for children during the school holidays in Coventry.
Disclaimer: The information provided on the “Coventry 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.