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Ayr Academy term dates
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These are South Ayrshire council's standard term dates. We don't have Ayr Academy's own dates yet — most schools follow these, but some schools set their own dates and in-service days, so check with the school.
School holidays
October Holiday
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Christmas Holiday
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February Mid-Term
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Easter Holiday
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Schools closed
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Summer Holiday
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September Weekend
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October Holiday
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Christmas Holiday
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February Mid-Term
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Easter Holiday
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Schools closed
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Summer Holiday
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Return date not announced yet
South Ayrshire council's standard term dates. Always double-check major plans with the school directly. Last updated .
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Quick answers
When does Ayr Academy break up for the October holiday?
The last day of school before October Holiday is Friday, 9 October 2026. This is from South Ayrshire council's standard term dates — Ayr Academy may set its own, so check with the school.
When do pupils go back to Ayr Academy?
Pupils return on Tuesday, 20 October 2026. INSET days can change this for individual year groups — the school's own letters are always the final word.