NT School Holidays 2030 & Term Dates
Find the 2030 Northern Territory school holidays, student term dates and key planning dates for families across Darwin, Palmerston, Alice Springs, Katherine, Tennant Creek and regional NT communities.
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When are the NT school holidays in 2030?
The main NT school holiday breaks in 2030 are from Saturday 6 April to Monday 15 April, Saturday 22 June to Monday 15 July, Saturday 21 September to Monday 7 October, and the summer holidays from Friday 13 December 2030 to Tuesday 28 January 2031.
These holiday periods are calculated from the official NT Government student term finish and return dates. Always check directly with your school if your child attends a non-government school or a school with special arrangements.
NT school term dates 2030
The table below summarises the 2030 Northern Territory school term dates and school holiday breaks. These dates are useful for planning family holidays, childcare, flights, work leave, activities and long weekends.
| Period | Start | Finish | Planning note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Students: Wednesday 30 January 2030 | Friday 5 April 2030 | First school term of the 2030 school year. |
| Autumn school holidays | Saturday 6 April 2030 | Monday 15 April 2030 | Students return for Term 2 on Tuesday 16 April 2030. |
| Term 2 | Students: Tuesday 16 April 2030 | Friday 21 June 2030 | Final term before the longer mid-year break. |
| Winter school holidays | Saturday 22 June 2030 | Monday 15 July 2030 | A major family travel and childcare planning period. |
| Term 3 | Students: Tuesday 16 July 2030 | Friday 20 September 2030 | Term before the spring school holiday break. |
| Spring school holidays | Saturday 21 September 2030 | Monday 7 October 2030 | Students return for Term 4 on Tuesday 8 October 2030. |
| Term 4 | Students: Tuesday 8 October 2030 | Students: Thursday 12 December 2030 | Final student day before the summer holidays. |
| Summer school holidays | Friday 13 December 2030 | Tuesday 28 January 2031 | Students return for Term 1, 2031 on Wednesday 29 January 2031. |
Source: NT Government school term and holiday dates. Last checked: 3 June 2026.
Planning around the 2030 NT school holidays
School holiday planning in the Northern Territory can vary depending on where you live, how far you need to travel, and whether you are planning around the wet season, dry season, regional events or family commitments.
Plan early for the June and July break
The mid-year school holidays are one of the most important planning periods for NT families, especially for travel, holiday programs and visiting family.
Allow for distance and weather
Families outside Darwin and Palmerston may need to plan around longer travel times, seasonal weather and local community events.
Check school-specific dates
Most NT government schools follow the same dates, but school events, pupil-free days and non-government school calendars may differ.
Useful NT school holiday pages
These pages help families find dates, calculate the next break and plan activities across the Northern Territory.
NT school holidays 2030 FAQs
When does Term 1 start in the NT in 2030?
NT students start Term 1 on Wednesday 30 January 2030. Teachers return on Tuesday 29 January 2030.
When are the NT winter school holidays in 2030?
The NT winter school holidays run from Saturday 22 June to Monday 15 July 2030. Students return for Term 3 on Tuesday 16 July 2030.
When do NT students finish school in 2030?
NT students finish Term 4 on Thursday 12 December 2030. Teachers finish on Friday 13 December 2030.
When do NT students return to school in 2031 after the 2030 summer holidays?
Students return for Term 1, 2031 on Wednesday 29 January 2031.
Do all Northern Territory schools use these 2030 dates?
Most NT government schools follow the same term dates. Non-government schools may vary, and Gunbalanya School operates on a flexible school year with separate arrangements.
Need another NT school holiday year?
Go back to the NT home page or use the calculator to find the next upcoming school holiday break.