From October 2026, schools which come under the responsibility of Surrey County Council will have a two week half term and fewer days in the 2027 summer break.
The majority of schools in Surrey are academies, which are independent, state-funded schools, and they are able to set their own term dates.
Part of the reason for the change is because several schools already have a two week half term, and the aim is to have more consistency.
Some schools, like Bramley Oak Academy, already have a two week half term in the autumn, and have found it beneficial for staff and pupils.
However, it is not yet clear exactly what will ultimately happen in the 2026/27 academic year, as more than 60 schools have said decisions on term dates for 2026/27 have not been finalised.
Private and independent schools have always had autonomy to set their own term dates, according to their own individual preferred times, and often have longer school days, but shorter terms and longer holidays.
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