School Times & Term Dates

School Times

8.45am – 3.30pm (Monday to Friday)

The school issues parking permits to all parents for the nearest car park situated within a short walking distance, providing free parking during drop-off and pick-up times.


Autumn Term 2023

Term commences: Wednesday 6 September

Half Term: 3.30pm Friday 13 October – Sunday 29 October

Term ends: Friday 8 December (12 noon)

INSET DAYS: 4 & 5 September


Spring Term 2024

Term commences: Thursday 4th January

Half Term: 3.30pm Friday 9 February – Sunday 18 February

Term ends: Friday 22 March (12 noon)

INSET DAY: 2 & 3 January


Summer Term 2024

Term commences: Wednesday 17 April

May Bank Holiday: Monday 6 May

Half Term: 3.30pm on Friday 24 May – Sunday 2 June

Term ends: Friday 12 July (12 noon)

INSET DAYS: 15 & 16 April

History of Chard School