Autumn school holidays
Between Term 1 and Term 2
1 April 2028 – 17 April 2028
17
days off
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Victoria school term dates 2028
This page focuses on Victorian school dates for 2028. It gives a clear year-only view of Term 1, Term 2, Term 3 and Term 4 so families can plan school returns, leave, childcare, travel and activities.
The dates follow the Victorian Government school term schedule. Independent, private and Catholic schools may vary, so check directly with the school before making major plans.
Important Term 1 note: the official Term 1 start date is Thursday, 27 January 2028, while government school students start on Friday, 28 January 2028.
📅 2028 Victorian School Term Dates
2028
Use the table below as the main reference for Victoria 2028 school term dates.
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Thursday, 27 January 2028 | Friday, 31 March 2028 |
| Term 2 | Tuesday, 18 April 2028 | Friday, 30 June 2028 |
| Term 3 | Monday, 17 July 2028 | Friday, 22 September 2028 |
| Term 4 | Monday, 9 October 2028 | Thursday, 21 December 2028 |
🏖️ School Holidays Victoria 2028
These are the main school holiday breaks between terms in Victoria for 2028. Use them as a planning guide and confirm details with your school when needed.
Winter school holidays
Between Term 2 and Term 3
1 July 2028 – 16 July 2028
16
days off
Spring school holidays
Between Term 3 and Term 4
23 September 2028 – 8 October 2028
16
days off
Summer school holidays
After Term 4 2028
22 December 2028 – 28 January 2029
38
days off
Plain-English summary for Victoria 2028
Victoria school students generally have four school terms in 2028, with autumn, winter, spring and summer holiday breaks between terms.
- School year starts: Thursday, 27 January 2028.
- School year ends: Thursday, 21 December 2028.
- Important note: Government, Catholic, independent and private schools may use different student dates, so families should confirm dates with their school.
The detailed term dates and school holiday tables above remain the main reference. This section is only a quick plain-English explanation.
Frequently asked questions
When are school holidays VIC 2028?
School holidays VIC 2028 are the term break 2028 periods listed above between each school term. The final summer holiday starts after Term 4 ends on Thursday, 21 December 2028.
What are the term dates Victoria 2028?
Term dates Victoria 2028 are: Term 1 runs from Thursday, 27 January 2028 to Friday, 31 March 2028, Term 2 runs from Tuesday, 18 April 2028 to Friday, 30 June 2028, Term 3 runs from Monday, 17 July 2028 to Friday, 22 September 2028, and Term 4 runs from Monday, 9 October 2028 to Thursday, 21 December 2028.
When does Term 1 start in Victoria in 2028?
Term 1 officially starts on Thursday, 27 January 2028. Government school students start on Friday, 28 January 2028.
When is the last day of school in Victoria in 2028?
The listed final day of Term 4 in Victoria for 2028 is Thursday, 21 December 2028.
Download and print VIC 2028 school calendar
Download the Victoria 2028 school calendar as an iCal file, import it into Google Calendar, Outlook or Apple Calendar, or print this page for offline planning.
8 calendar items included. The file includes available term dates, school holiday breaks and public holidays that appear on this page. Always confirm dates with the official source and your school.