Parents and students are eagerly following the details of the 2025–2026 academic year school closing dates and the MEB 2025–2026 holiday calendar. According to the official calendar published by the Ministry of National Education (MEB), the dates for the academic year, mid-term breaks, semester break, and summer vacation have been announced. The most up-to-date information is provided below.
The academic year planning is determined with all important dates, including start and end dates, mid-term breaks, semester breaks, and summer vacation. This plan is implemented nationwide for all primary, middle, and high school students. The calendar is the official schedule that students, teachers, and parents must follow throughout the academic year.
According to the calendar published by the Ministry of National Education, the 2025–2026 academic year will begin on Monday, September 8, 2025, and end on Friday, June 26, 2026. These dates apply to all official schools at primary, middle, and high school levels.
The calendar also includes preparation processes such as professional work for teachers and orientation training for 1st-grade students. Orientation for students starting 1st grade will take place between September 1–5, 2025. The first semester begins on September 8 and ends on Friday, January 16, 2026. The second semester starts on Monday, February 2, 2026, and concludes on Friday, June 26, 2026.
This calendar provides the fundamental framework students should consider when making their educational plans.
The new academic year begins on Monday, September 8, 2025. Prior to this start date, orientation training is organized for preschool and 1st-grade students. Professional work for teachers starts on September 1, 2025.
The 2025–2026 academic year ends on Friday, June 26, 2026. As of this date, schools officially close, and students begin their summer vacation.
The closing date for schools in the 2025–2026 academic year has been announced as Friday, June 26, 2026, for all levels. This is the day the academic year is completed and students start their summer break.
The school closing time is determined following the completion of term evaluations and exams. Therefore, all lessons and educational activities continue as planned until the closing date.
The end date for primary and middle school students is also set for Friday, June 26, 2026. This date applies to all grade levels, and mid-term breaks during the year do not affect the final closing date.
The academic year ends on the same day for high schools. There is no additional or different closing date for high school students. June 26, 2026, is accepted as the common date for all levels.
Since schools close on Friday, June 26, 2026, the summer vacation generally begins on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The summer vacation period continues until the start of the next academic year (2026–2027).
The start of the summer vacation marks the beginning of the period where students step away from classes to rest.
The 2025–2026 summer vacation continues until the start of the new academic year. According to the official calendar, since the new school year is expected to begin around September 8, 2026, the summer vacation will last approximately 2.5 months. This period can be utilized for summer school programs or private courses.
Two mid-term breaks are implemented during the two semesters of the 2025–2026 academic year. These breaks are planned to allow students to rest with short intervals.
November 10–14, 2025. This break comes after the intensive first weeks of the first semester and provides a short rest for students.
March 16–20, 2026. The purpose of this break is to give students a breather by providing a short pause during the second semester.
The semester break follows the completion of the first term and offers students a chance to rest mid-year.
The 2025–2026 semester break begins on Monday, January 19, 2026, and ends on Friday, January 30, 2026. During these dates, students take a break from school to recharge for the second semester.
This break provides a significant opportunity for students to rest and engage in family activities mid-year.
The holiday calendar published by the Ministry of National Education contains official dates. However, minor changes may be made to the calendar in some cases. These changes usually arise in special circumstances such as extraordinary situations, natural disasters, or urgent health conditions affecting education.
Official announcements and updates are made through the MEB's official website, the e-School system, or provincial directorates of national education. These sources are the most reliable places to quickly check for any changes to holiday dates.
The Ministry of National Education's official website is the most accurate source of information for any updates to the MEB holiday calendar. In addition, school administrations and the e-School parent information system directly communicate any changes to students and parents.
Since the start date of the 2025-2026 summer vacation is known, plans can be made accordingly. Taking advantage of early booking opportunities in your summer vacation plan is both economically beneficial and contributes to a productive vacation.
When planning, it is ideal to use short vacation periods such as mid-term breaks and semester breaks for short family getaways or activities that are compatible with the education calendar. In addition, setting study schedules for before and after the summer vacation can increase educational motivation.