ACT school holidays 2024

Want to know when you will finally be able to take that well-deserved break with the kids? Get ready for the ACT school holidays in 2024 with Officeworks. We've compiled a convenient list of important dates within the ACT academic calendar, all in one place, so you don't have to.

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When are the ACT school holidays for 2024?

The ACT school holidays occur throughout the year and are regulated by the education department. These dates are applicable to government primary, high, and secondary schools. Independent schools may have variations, so it's advisable to check with your specific school. Here are the school holiday and term dates for 2024:

Autumn Holidays: 7^th April – 23^rd April
Winter Holidays: 1^st July – 16^th July
Spring Holidays: 23^rd September – 8^th October
Summer Holidays: 16^th December – 29^th January

ACT term dates 2024

Term one: 30^th January – 6^th April
Term two: 24^th April – 30^th June
Term three: 17^th July – 22^nd September
Term four: 9^th October – 15^th December

Other activities to entertain the family with during school holidays:

• Organise family activities and schedules over the holiday time with our curated stationery category.
• Unlock the artist in your little ones with our wide range of art supplies, from acrylic paints to visual diaries.
• For the tech teens, we have all the gadgets they need to stay entertained for hours from tablets to phones.

Other popular school holiday friendly items: 

• Kids craft kits
• Colouring tools
• Cameras