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Early Learning and Childcare Terms and Holidays 2025/2026

The Early Learning and Childcare session is divided into three terms beginning in August, January and April.

This applies to all 50 week West Lothian council-run establishments. Those attending 38 week establishments should follow the School Terms and Holidays 2025/2026. Please note that nursery pupils may also attend on staff in-service days.

Term 1

All resumeMonday, 11 August 2025
Last Day of Term
All breakFriday, 19 December 2025

Term 2

All resume Monday, 5 January 2026
Last Day of Term
All breakThursday, 2 April 2026

Term 3

All ResumeTuesday, 7 April 2026
May Holiday
All breakFriday, 1 May 2026
All resumeTuesday, 5 May 2026

ELC establishments remain open over summer holiday, new session start date TBC.

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