Primary school · Milton Keynes
Shepherdswell Academy term dates
Shepherdswell Academy breaks up for October Half Term on — back to school .
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These are Milton Keynes council's standard term dates. We don't have Shepherdswell 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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Milton Keynes council's standard term dates. Always double-check major plans with the school directly. Last updated .
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Where: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK6 3NP
Phase: Primary
Ages: 2 to 7
Pupils: 108
Trust: EAST MIDLANDS ACADEMY TRUST
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Website: www.shepherdswell.emat.uk
Ofsted
Rated Good at its last full inspection, November 2023.
- Early yearsGood
- Personal developmentOutstanding
- 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 Shepherdswell 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 Milton Keynes council's standard term dates — Shepherdswell Academy may set its own, so check with the school.
When do pupils go back to Shepherdswell 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.