NT School Holidays 2031 & Term Dates
Find the 2031 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 2031?
The main NT school holiday breaks in 2031 are from Saturday 5 April to Tuesday 15 April, Saturday 21 June to Monday 14 July, Saturday 20 September to Monday 6 October, and the summer holidays from Friday 12 December 2031 to Tuesday 27 January 2032.
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 2031
The table below summarises the 2031 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 29 January 2031 | Friday 4 April 2031 | First school term of the 2031 school year. |
| Autumn school holidays | Saturday 5 April 2031 | Tuesday 15 April 2031 | Students return for Term 2 on Wednesday 16 April 2031. |
| Term 2 | Students: Wednesday 16 April 2031 | Friday 20 June 2031 | Final term before the longer mid-year break. |
| Winter school holidays | Saturday 21 June 2031 | Monday 14 July 2031 | A major family travel and childcare planning period. |
| Term 3 | Students: Tuesday 15 July 2031 | Friday 19 September 2031 | Term before the spring school holiday break. |
| Spring school holidays | Saturday 20 September 2031 | Monday 6 October 2031 | Students return for Term 4 on Tuesday 7 October 2031. |
| Term 4 | Students: Tuesday 7 October 2031 | Students: Thursday 11 December 2031 | Final student day before the summer holidays. |
| Summer school holidays | Friday 12 December 2031 | Tuesday 27 January 2032 | Students return for Term 1, 2032 on Wednesday 28 January 2032. |
Source: NT Government school term and holiday dates. Last checked: 3 June 2026.
Planning around the 2031 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 mid-year break
The June and July school holidays are a key travel and activity period for many NT families, especially for dry season trips and visiting family interstate.
Allow for regional travel
Families outside Darwin and Palmerston may need extra time for travel, accommodation and weather-related planning during school holiday periods.
Check your own school calendar
Most NT government schools follow the same dates, but pupil-free days, school events 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 2031 FAQs
When does Term 1 start in the NT in 2031?
NT students start Term 1 on Wednesday 29 January 2031. Teachers return on Tuesday 28 January 2031.
When are the NT winter school holidays in 2031?
The NT winter school holidays run from Saturday 21 June to Monday 14 July 2031. Students return for Term 3 on Tuesday 15 July 2031.
When do NT students finish school in 2031?
NT students finish Term 4 on Thursday 11 December 2031. Teachers finish on Friday 12 December 2031.
When do NT students return to school in 2032 after the 2031 summer holidays?
Students return for Term 1, 2032 on Wednesday 28 January 2032.
Do all Northern Territory schools use these 2031 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 the next NT school holiday year?
View 2032 school holiday dates, go back to the NT home page, or use the calculator to find the next upcoming school holiday break.