How Often Do School Holidays Change in West Lothian?

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School holiday dates in West Lothian change periodically, typically on an annual basis. The council reviews and sets these dates each year, often through consultations with the community. This means you can expect to see updates in the school term dates regularly.

Here's a summary of the upcoming school term dates in West Lothian for the 2026/27 school year:

Term Start Date End Date Holidays
Term 1 Wednesday 12 August 2026 Friday 18 December 2026 September Weekend: 19-21 Sep
Term 2 Tuesday 5 January 2027 Thursday 25 March 2027 February Break: 5-15 Feb
Term 3 Monday 12 April 2027 Friday 30 June 2027 May Public Holiday: 1 May
Local Holidays 24 May (most schools)

For more detailed information, including specific in-service days and local holidays, you can visit the West Lothian Council website's school holidays page.

Sources

2026/27 school term dates agreed Schools, Early Learning and Childcare Terms and Holidays Early Learning and Childcare Terms and Holidays 2027/2028 Early Learning and Childcare Terms and Holidays 2026/2027

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