Namibia School Calendar 2026 – Opening and Closing Dates And Holidays
The 2026 Namibia school calendar for government schools features a three-term structure, with the academic year starting on January 5, 2026. Key breaks include April, August, and December, featuring 12 annual public holidays. Teachers have staggered closing days for administration, while learners follow a structured
Namibia School Term Dates 2026
Term 1: Opens 5 January 2026, closes early April.
Term 2: Mid-year, typically starting after the April holidays.
Term 3: Ends in early December
Public Holidays During School Terms 2026
1 January: New Year’s Day
21 March: Independence Day
3 April: Good Friday
6 April: Easter Monday
1 May: Workers Day
4 May: Cassinga Day
14 May: Ascension Day
25 May: Africa Day
26 August: Heroes’ Day
30 September: Day of the Namibian Child
10 December: Human Rights Day
25 December: Christmas Day
26 December: Family Day
Common Calendar Structure Highlights 2026
First Term: Opens on 5 January 2026 for both staff and learners.
Easter Weekend: A scheduled holiday period from 3-6 April.
Mid-Term Break: Often observed in late February or March (e.g., 25 Feb – 1 March).
School Closures: Term 3 usually concludes around 27 November or early December, based on and.
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