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Rushden Academy term dates
Rushden Academy breaks up for October Half Term on — back to school .
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These are North Northamptonshire council's standard term dates. We don't have Rushden Academy's own dates yet — most schools follow these, but academies and some schools set their own dates and INSET (teacher training) days, so check with the school.
School holidays
October Half Term
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Christmas Holiday
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February Half Term
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Easter Holiday
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May Half Term
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Summer Holiday
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October Half Term
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Christmas Holiday
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February Half Term
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Easter Holiday
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May Half Term
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Summer Holiday
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North Northamptonshire council's standard term dates. Always double-check major plans with the school directly. Last updated .
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Where: Rushden, Northamptonshire NN10 6AG
Phase: Secondary
Ages: 11 to 18
Pupils: 961
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Website: www.rushden-academy.net
Ofsted
Rated Good at its last full inspection, September 2022.
- Sixth formGood
- Personal developmentGood
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesGood
- Leadership and managementGood
From Ofsted's published inspection data (as at 31 August 2001). Read the full report on Ofsted
Quick answers
When does Rushden Academy break up for the October half term?
The last day of school before October Half Term is Friday, 23 October 2026. This is from North Northamptonshire council's standard term dates — Rushden Academy may set its own, so check with the school.
When do pupils go back to Rushden Academy?
Pupils return on Monday, 2 November 2026. INSET days can change this for individual year groups — the school's own letters are always the final word.