Medbury Preparatory School
School term & holiday dates — Christchurch, Canterbury
2026
| Term | Start | End | Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Mon 2 Feb 2026 | Thu 2 Apr 2026 | 9 weeks |
| Holidays | 3 Apr 2026 | 27 Apr 2026 | 4 weeks |
| Term 2 | Tue 28 Apr 2026 | Fri 3 Jul 2026 | 10 weeks |
| Holidays | 4 Jul 2026 | 19 Jul 2026 | 2 weeks |
| Term 3 | Mon 20 Jul 2026 | Fri 18 Sep 2026 | 9 weeks |
| Holidays | 19 Sep 2026 | 11 Oct 2026 | 3 weeks |
| Term 4 | Mon 12 Oct 2026 | Thu 3 Dec 2026 | 8 weeks |
Public holidays during the school year:
- Waitangi Day — 6 Feb 2026
- Good Friday — 3 Apr 2026
- Easter Monday — 5 Apr 2026
- Anzac Day — 25 Apr 2026
- King's Birthday — 1 Jun 2026
- Matariki Holiday — 10 Jul 2026
- Labour Day — 26 Oct 2026
- Canterbury Anniversary — 13 Nov 2026
Notes: Term breaks are not included as holidays; only public holidays and observed holidays are listed. Staff PD days are not included.
Source: https://www.medbury.school.nz/student-life/term-dates · checked 5 Jun 2026
⚠ Dates can change — always confirm with the school before making plans.