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Term Dates

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Term dates for Queensland state schools support a balanced and structured year of learning, wellbeing and holiday breaks.

Families can access the full schedule for current and future years via the Department of Education’s School Holidays and Term Dates page, including term dates, holidays and planning information to help families stay organised.

2027 staggered start

Balmoral State High School will have a staggered start to the 2027 school year. Please note the following arrangements:

  • Monday 25 January: School closed.

  • Tuesday 26 January: Australia Day public holiday.

  • Wednesday 27 January: First day for students commencing Year 7, and students in Years 10 and 12. Formal uniform required.

  • Thursday 28 January: All students attend. Formal uniform required.

  • Friday 29 January: All students attend. Formal uniform required.

We look forward to welcoming our students and families for the 2027 school year.


2027 Queensland School Term Dates

Term​​Dates
​Length
Term 1​Wednesday 27 January to Thursday 25 March​9​ Weeks​
Term 2​Monday 12 April to Friday 25 June​​​11 Weeks​
Term 3​
Monday 12 July to Friday 17 September10 Weeks​
Term 4​
Tuesday 5 October to Friday 10 December​
10 Weeks

Future School Dates

School term, holiday and professional development dates for 2027, 2028 and 2029 are listed on the future school dates page.

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Last reviewed 10 November 2026
Last updated 10 November 2026