Downside School term dates 2026/27
Last verified 21 September 2026
Autumn term at Downside School starts Thursday 3 September 2026 and ends Thursday 10 December 2026. October half term starts 16 October 2026.
Term dates for Downside School, compiled from the school's own published calendar and refreshed regularly.
Term dates
2026/27 term dates
| Term | Starts | Ends | Half term | INSET and closure days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn term (Michaelmas) | 3 September 2026 | 10 December 2026 | from 16 October 2026 | 1 Sep 2026 |
| Spring term (Lent) | 4 January 2027 | 24 March 2027 | from 12 February 2027 | 11 Dec 2026, 4 Jan 2027 |
| Summer term | 19 April 2027 | 2 July 2027 | from 28 May 2027 | 19 Apr 2027 |
Getting Downside School's dates into Cyril
Cyril holds Downside School's term dates, half terms and INSET days for 2026/27, so they are in your plan from the day you add the school. For everything else the school sends, forward the email to Cyril or photograph the letter, and the dates join the same plan, with a reminder before anything needs doing.
These dates are drawn from Downside School's published calendar and can change. Always confirm with the school directly before booking travel or holidays. Cyril is not affiliated with Downside School; this is an independent listing for parents.