School Term Dates in Burton-on-Trent

Term dates for schools in Burton-on-Trent are set by Staffordshire County Council for community schools, and published each academic year — typically three terms with a half-term break in each, plus five inset (teacher training) days that vary school by school.

Check the official term calendar

The official term calendar for Burton-on-Trent schools is published by Staffordshire County Council.

View official term dates — Staffordshire County Council →

Academies and faith schools may differ

Academies and other schools not run by the council can choose their own term dates. Council-run schools also choose five inset days each year. Always confirm term dates and inset days on your school's website before arranging childcare or travel.

Term-time holidays and fines

Only a head teacher can grant leave during term time and only in exceptional circumstances. A first penalty notice is £80 per parent, per child when paid within 21 days, rising to £160 when paid within 28 days. A second notice for the same parent and child within three years is £160, with no lower early-payment rate. Requests for leave go to the school.

School news in Burton-on-Trent — closures, Ofsted results, admissions changes — is covered in our local news. More practical local information in the Burton-on-Trent local guide.