Scottish Borders Council School Holidays and Term Dates

Scottish Borders School Holidays and Term Dates

Looking for a break when the kids are off in Argyll and Bute? Our handy links take you to dates that fit with Argyll and Bute school holidays.

Aviemore and The Cairngorm National Park is the ultimate destination for a family holiday. Discover our range of family friendly lodges with so much to do on the doorstep – it’s perfect for your next family break.

Summer Holidays - Scottish Borders

Term ends 28th June
Inservice 12th & 13th August.
Pupils return 14th August.

October Holidays - Scottish Borders

Mon 14 – Fri 18 October 2024
Mon 21 October 2024 – In service day
Tuesday 22 October 2024 – Pupils resume

December Holidays - Scottish Borders

Mon 2nd – St Andrew’s Day, schools closed

29th Nov – 2nd Dec (Fri – Mon)

Christmas Holidays - Scottish Borders

Schools close Fri 20th December
Schools return on Monday 6th Jan

February Holidays - Scottish Borders

Fri 14 – Last day of term for pupils
Mon 17 to Fri 21 – Mid term break

Easter Holidays - Scottish Borders

Mon 7 to Fri 18 April
Mon 21 April – Term starts

May Holidays - Scottish Borders

Mon 5 May – May Day holiday, schools closed
Tues 6 May – Staff resume, In service day
Wed 7 May – Pupils resume.

Summer Holidays 2025 - Scottish Borders

Wednesday 25 June 2025 – Last day of term
Inservice 18th & 19th August.
Pupils return 20th August.

Discover our collections:

Discover all our properties have to offer in these handpicked collections.

Hot tub lodges

Our hot tub lodges in Aviemore and Cairngorms make the perfect place to get everyone together when the Schools are off. Sleeping from 8 to 19 there is a place for everyone. All are dog friendly too.

Family friendly

No matter the size of your family, our Highland lodges and holiday homes are a great choice in the holidays. They have everything you need for a family break.

Budget friendly

We have great options in stylish Aviemore apartments – perfect for small families or couples. Close to everything Aviemore has to offer in the holidays.

Rural retreats

Our rural holiday homes in The Cairngorms offer relaxation in tranquil settings but also make a great base to get out and explore.

Stay in Aviemore

Aviemore is a year round destination for holidays – there is so much on offer for all ages this easter. It also makes a great base to explore the Cairngorms and wider Highlands.

Dog friendly

Almost all of our properties welcome dogs – so you can take the whole family to Aviemore in the school holidays. With great walks from your doorstep there will be sure to be waggy tails every day.