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Shortlees Primary School term dates
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These are East Ayrshire council's standard term dates. We don't have Shortlees Primary 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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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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Summer Holiday
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East 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 Shortlees Primary School break up for the October holiday?
The last day of school before October Holiday is Friday, 9 October 2026. This is from East Ayrshire council's standard term dates — Shortlees Primary School may set its own, so check with the school.
When do pupils go back to Shortlees Primary School?
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.