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Shawhead School term dates
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These are Dumfries & Galloway council's standard term dates. We don't have Shawhead School'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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Summer Holiday
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Dumfries & Galloway council's standard term dates. Always double-check major plans with the school directly. Last updated .
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Where: Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway DG2 9SL
Phase: Primary
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Website: shawheadschool.org.uk
Quick answers
When does Shawhead School break up for the October holiday?
The last day of school before October Holiday is Friday, 8 October 2027. This is from Dumfries & Galloway council's standard term dates — Shawhead School may set its own, so check with the school.
When do pupils go back to Shawhead School?
Pupils return on Monday, 25 October 2027. INSET days can change this for individual year groups — the school's own letters are always the final word.