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In Western Australia, the school holiday calendar may differ from other states. Typically, public holidays that fall on a weekend will be observed on the following Monday. This applies to New Year's Day, Anzac Day, Christmas Day, Australia Day (January 26), and Boxing Day. Regional areas in Western Australia may also hold the King's Birthday public holiday on an alternative date. It is worth noting that term lengths in Western Australia consistently range from 9 to 11 weeks, and private and independent schools may have different holiday dates.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Monday a public holiday in Western Australia | When New Year's Day, Anzac Day, Christmas Day, Australia Day, or Boxing Day falls on a Saturday or Sunday |
| When Easter Sunday is established as a public holiday | |
| School holidays in Western Australia | Occur at similar times each year |
| Term length always sits between 9-11 weeks | |
| Private and independent school dates vary | |
| Year 12 has different finishing dates to other grades in term 4 |
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Public holidays in Western Australia
Western Australia observes a set of public holidays that are recognised throughout the state. When New Year's Day, Anzac Day, Christmas Day, Australia Day (26 January), Boxing Day, or Easter Sunday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the following Monday is also a public holiday. When Boxing Day falls on a Monday, the next Tuesday is a public holiday. Some regional areas in Western Australia hold the King's Birthday public holiday on an alternative date, coinciding with a significant local event. This holiday was previously known as the Queen's Birthday.
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School holidays in Western Australia
In Western Australia, the next Monday will be a public holiday if New Year's Day, Anzac Day, Christmas Day, Australia Day, or Boxing Day falls on a Saturday or Sunday.
School holiday dates in Western Australia vary from those in other Australian states and territories. The school holiday dates for public primary and secondary schools in Western Australia from 2025 to 2028 can be found online. Private and independent school dates will vary, so it is recommended to check with your school regarding additional pupil-free days.
Some regional areas in Western Australia hold the King's Birthday public holiday on an alternative date, usually coinciding with a significant local event or date. For example, in some areas, an alternative King's Birthday public holiday is observed instead of the standard King's Birthday public holiday observed in the rest of Western Australia.
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School term dates in Western Australia
School term dates can vary in Western Australia, with differences between private, independent, and state schools. It is always best to check with individual schools for their specific term dates and any additional pupil-free days.
In Western Australia, the school holidays are determined by the Department of Education and Training. The school holiday dates differ from those of other Australian states and territories.
Public holidays in Western Australia, which can impact school term dates, are as follows: when New Year's Day, Anzac Day, or Christmas Day falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the following Monday is also a public holiday. When Boxing Day falls on a Saturday, the following Monday is a holiday, and when it falls on a Sunday or Monday, the next Tuesday is a public holiday. Regional variations also exist for the King's Birthday public holiday, with some areas celebrating on an alternative date.
Specific term dates for 2026 can be found online, and it is likely that term dates for other years are also available.
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Differences from other states' holiday calendars
In Australia, public holidays are determined by a combination of statutes and gazetting of public holidays. While there are seven national public holidays recognised in each of Australia's eight states and territories, each state also has its own public holidays. These holidays may be the same as other states but celebrated on different days.
For example, the King's Birthday holiday varies across the country. In Western Australia, it is held on the first Monday in March. In the Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, and South Australia, it is the first Monday in October. In Victoria and Tasmania, it is the second Monday in March, and in Queensland and the Northern Territory, it is the first Monday in May.
Regional areas within Western Australia may also hold the King's Birthday public holiday on an alternative date, usually coinciding with a significant local event. Similarly, in Queensland, Christmas Eve is a part-day public holiday from 6 pm to midnight, while in South Australia and the Northern Territory, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve are part-day public holidays from 7 pm to midnight.
Other examples of state-specific public holidays include Melbourne Cup Day in Victoria, Adelaide Cup Day in South Australia, and Canberra Day in the Australian Capital Territory.
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Pupil-free days and private schools
In Western Australia, public holidays include New Year's Day, Anzac Day, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Australia Day, and the King's Birthday. When these holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday, the following Monday is also observed as a public holiday. However, this doesn't directly answer whether schools are off on Mondays.
In Western Australia, pupil-free days, also known as student-free or school development days, are separate from public holidays and school holidays. These are days when students do not attend school, allowing teachers and staff to focus on professional development and skill enhancement. Western Australia schedules three pupil-free days over the Christmas/New Year break and an additional three days throughout the school year.
The specific dates for pupil-free days vary across different schools in Western Australia. Each school determines these dates in consultation with its council/board and community. Therefore, to know the exact pupil-free days for a particular private school in Western Australia, it is advisable to check with the school directly or refer to their academic calendar.
While the term "pupil-free days" is commonly used in some states, such as Queensland and New South Wales, it's important to note that Western Australia refers to these days as "School Development Days." This terminology difference is essential to consider when searching for information regarding student attendance and academic calendars in Western Australia.
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Frequently asked questions
It depends on the calendar date and the occasion. If a public holiday like New Year's Day, Anzac Day, Christmas Day, or Boxing Day falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the following Monday is a public school holiday. Additionally, when Boxing Day falls on a Monday, the next Tuesday is a holiday.
Yes, if 26 January, Australia Day, falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the following Monday is observed as a public holiday.
Yes, some regional areas in Western Australia hold the King's Birthday public holiday on an alternative date, usually coinciding with a significant local event or date.
For 2025, the Western Australian school holidays are from 14 April to 28 April, 7 July to 21 July, and 29 September to 14 October. In 2026, the schools will be closed from 22 December 2025 to 2 February 2026.
Yes, private and independent schools may have different holiday dates. It's advisable to check with your specific school for any additional pupil-free days.
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