School Countdown 2026-2027
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2026-2027 calendar
| What | Date | Day | Remaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher preparation work | 1 September 2026 | Tuesday | Passed |
| Orientation (preschool and first grade) | 7 September 2026 to 11 September 2026 | Monday | Passed |
| Schools open (first term) | 14 September 2026 | Monday | 6 days |
| First term mid-term break | 16 November 2026 to 20 November 2026 | Monday | 69 days |
| Last day of the first term (report cards) | 22 January 2027 | Friday | 136 days |
| Semester break | 25 January 2027 to 5 February 2027 | Monday | 139 days |
| Second term starts | 8 February 2027 | Monday | 153 days |
| Second term mid-term break | 8 March 2027 to 12 March 2027 | Monday | 181 days |
| Last day of the school year (report cards) | 25 June 2027 | Friday | 290 days |
| Summer break starts | 26 June 2027 | Saturday | 291 days |
Source: MEB 2026-2027 Eğitim ve Öğretim Yılı Çalışma Takvimi (13 Haziran 2026)
Where do the dates come from?
Every date is taken from the Ministry of National Education's 2026-2027 school calendar circular; nothing is estimated. The counter targets midnight Turkish time and moves to the next date in the table on its own. Past dates stay in the table.
Frequently asked questions
When do schools open in Turkey?
The 2026-2027 school year starts on Monday 14 September 2026. Orientation for preschool and first grade runs 7-11 September 2026.
When are the mid-term breaks?
First term break 16-20 November 2026, second term break 8-12 March 2027.
When is the semester break?
The first term ends on Friday 22 January 2027; the break runs 25 January to 5 February 2027 and the second term starts on Monday 8 February 2027.
When do schools close for summer?
The school year ends on Friday 25 June 2027; summer break starts the next day.