{"id":1360,"date":"2023-03-15T14:48:47","date_gmt":"2023-03-15T09:18:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/?p=1360"},"modified":"2023-04-20T13:08:46","modified_gmt":"2023-04-20T07:38:46","slug":"when-does-school-start-in-australia-a-comprehensi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/when-does-school-start-in-australia-a-comprehensi\/","title":{"rendered":"When Does School Start in Australia? A Comprehensive Guide to School Start Dates Across the Country"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When Does School Start in Australia? The start of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newschool.edu\/registrar\/academic-calendars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">new school year<\/a> can be an exciting and nerve-wracking time for students and their families. In Australia, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wYqjmx3iUAE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">school year<\/a> begins at different times depending on the state or territory. If you&#8217;re wondering, &#8220;when does school start in Australia?&#8221;, this article will provide you with an overview of the different start dates across the country.<\/p>\n<p>New South Wales (NSW) and <a href=\"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/why-is-australia-called-oz-unraveling-the-origins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Australian<\/a> Capital Territory (ACT): The school year in NSW and ACT typically starts in late January or early February. However, exact dates may vary between different schools, so it&#8217;s always best to check with your child&#8217;s school for the exact start date. The term dates for 2023 in NSW are as follows:<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1404\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1404\" style=\"width: 612px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1404\" src=\"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/istockphoto-904531520-612x612-1.jpeg\" alt=\"When Does School Start in Australia\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/istockphoto-904531520-612x612-1.jpeg 612w, https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/istockphoto-904531520-612x612-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/istockphoto-904531520-612x612-1-270x180.jpeg 270w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1404\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Two girls and three boys wearing school uniforms smiling at camera<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Term 1: Wednesday 1 February &#8211; Friday 7 April<\/li>\n<li>Term 2: Tuesday 25 April &#8211; Friday 30 June<\/li>\n<li>Term 3: Monday 17 July &#8211; Friday 22 September<\/li>\n<li>Term 4: Monday 9 October &#8211; Friday 15 December<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Victoria (VIC): The school year in Victoria usually begins in late January or early February. Similar to NSW and ACT, individual schools may have slightly different start dates, so it&#8217;s important to check with your child&#8217;s school. The term dates for 2023 in Victoria are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Term 1: Tuesday 31 January &#8211; Friday 31 March<\/li>\n<li>Term 2: Tuesday 18 April &#8211; Friday 30 June<\/li>\n<li>Term 3: Monday 17 July &#8211; Friday 22 September<\/li>\n<li>Term 4: Monday 9 October &#8211; Thursday 21 December<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Queensland (QLD): The school year in Queensland starts on the last Monday of January, which is usually around the 23rd or 24th. The term dates for 2023 in Queensland are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Term 1: Monday 23 January &#8211; Friday 31 March<\/li>\n<li>Term 2: Monday 17 April &#8211; Friday 23 June<\/li>\n<li>Term 3: Monday 10 July &#8211; Friday 15 September<\/li>\n<li>Term 4: Tuesday 3 October &#8211; Friday 8 December<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Western Australia (WA): The school year in Western Australia usually starts in early February. However, schools may have different start dates, so it&#8217;s important to check with your child&#8217;s school. The term dates for 2023 in Western Australia are as follows:<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1403\" src=\"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/education.webp\" alt=\"When Does School Start in Australia\" width=\"730\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/education.webp 730w, https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/education-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/education-270x180.webp 270w, https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/education-370x245.webp 370w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Term 1: Monday 6 February &#8211; Friday 7 April<\/li>\n<li>Term 2: Monday 1 May &#8211; Friday 30 June<\/li>\n<li>Term 3: Monday 17 July &#8211; Friday 22 September<\/li>\n<li>Term 4: Monday 9 October &#8211; Thursday 14 December<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>South Australia (SA): The school year in South Australia usually starts in late January or early February, although this can vary slightly between schools. The term dates for 2023 in South Australia are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Term 1: Monday 30 January &#8211; Thursday 13 April<\/li>\n<li>Term 2: Monday 1 May &#8211; Friday 7 July<\/li>\n<li>Term 3: Monday 24 July &#8211; Friday 29 September<\/li>\n<li>Term 4: Monday 16 October &#8211; Friday 15 December<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Tasmania (TAS): The school year in Tasmania usually starts in early February, although some schools may have different start dates. The term dates for 2023 in Tasmania are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Term 1: Monday 6 February &#8211; Thursday 13 April<\/li>\n<li>Term 2: Monday 1 May &#8211; Friday 7 July<\/li>\n<li>Term 3: Monday 24 July &#8211; Friday 29 September<\/li>\n<li>Term 4: Monday 16 October &#8211; Friday 22 December<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Northern Territory (NT): The school year in the Northern Territory usually starts in late January or early February, <span style=\"font-size: 19px;\">with some variations between schools. The term dates for 2023 in the Northern Territory are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1405\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1405\" style=\"width: 612px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1405\" src=\"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/istockphoto-904531686-612x612-1.jpeg\" alt=\"When Does School Start in Australia\" width=\"612\" height=\"437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/istockphoto-904531686-612x612-1.jpeg 612w, https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/istockphoto-904531686-612x612-1-300x214.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1405\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Multi-ethnic children outside the school with arms out and arms around each other posing for a photo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-wnsvo-79elbk h-full dark:bg-gray-800\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-wnsvo-1n7m0yu\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col items-center text-sm dark:bg-gray-800\">\n<div class=\"w-full border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-100 group bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\">\n<div class=\"text-base gap-4 md:gap-6 m-auto md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-2xl xl:max-w-3xl p-4 md:py-6 flex lg:px-0\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-4 whitespace-pre-wrap\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<ul>\n<li>Term 1: Monday 30 January &#8211; Thursday 13 April<\/li>\n<li>Term 2: Monday 1 May &#8211; Friday 7 July<\/li>\n<li>Term 3: Monday 24 July &#8211; Friday 29 September<\/li>\n<li>Term 4: Monday 16 October &#8211; Friday 15 December<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that schools may also have additional pupil-free days or holidays throughout the year, so it&#8217;s best to check with your child&#8217;s school for a comprehensive calendar. Additionally, it&#8217;s always a good idea to start preparing your child for the upcoming school year a few weeks in advance, by adjusting their sleep schedule and getting any necessary school supplies.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, &#8220;when does school start in Australia?&#8221; depends on the state or territory. However, in general, the school year begins in late January or early February and consists of four terms with breaks in between. By knowing when the school year starts and planning ahead, you can help your child have a successful and enjoyable academic year.<\/p>\n<p>Read More:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/what-are-the-four-seasons-in-australia-and-when-do-they-start\/\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;What are the four seasons in Australia and when do they start?&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:10813,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;6&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;7&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0},&quot;16&quot;:10}\">What are the four seasons in Australia and when do they start?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/does-it-snow-in-australia-a-look-at-the-snowy-regi\/\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Does it Snow in Australia? A Look at the Snowy Regions and Their Importance to Culture, History, and Economy&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:10813,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;6&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;7&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0},&quot;16&quot;:10}\">Does it Snow in Australia? A Look at the Snowy Regions and Their Importance to Culture, History, and Economy<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"text-gray-400 flex self-end lg:self-center justify-center mt-2 gap-3 md:gap-4 lg:gap-1 lg:absolute lg:top-0 lg:translate-x-full lg:right-0 lg:mt-0 lg:pl-2 visible\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bottom-0 left-0 w-full border-t dark:border-white\/20 md:bg-vert-light-gradient bg-white dark:bg-gray-800 dark:md:bg-vert-dark-gradient\">\n<form class=\"stretch mx-2 flex flex-row gap-3 last:mb-2 md:last:mb-6 lg:mx-auto lg:max-w-3xl\">\n<div class=\"relative flex h-full flex-1 md:flex-col\">\n<div class=\"flex ml-1 mt-1.5 md:w-full md:m-auto md:mb-2 gap-0 md:gap-2 justify-center\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When Does School Start in Australia? The start of a new school year can be an exciting and nerve-wracking time for students and their families. In Australia, the school year begins at different times depending on the state or territory. If you&#8217;re wondering, &#8220;when does school start in Australia?&#8221;, this article will provide you with<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1402,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[357],"tags":[92,183,1244,1235,1240,1236,1246,1001,1233,1241,1238,1211,1247,1248,1243,1210,1234,1232,1242,1237,1239,1245],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1360"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1360"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1360\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1804,"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1360\/revisions\/1804"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1402"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1360"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1360"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ausizealand.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1360"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}