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24/25 Academic Year Key Dates | Parent Centre

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Here are all the key dates for your diary for the 24/25 academic year. Please note that some dates vary per year and per school so if you are in doubt, it is best to check with your school directly.

  • End of August/Beginning of September - Schools reopen. 

  • 23rd August - Leaving Certificate results. 

  • 25th - 27th September - Higher Options in the RDS (make sure to visit the Studyclix stand!)

  • 9th October - Junior Cycle results.

  • 28th October - 1st November inclusive - October mid-term break.

  • 20th December - Final day of term & start of Christmas holidays.

  • 23rd December - 3rd January inclusive - Christmas school holidays.

  • 6th January - Schools reopen.

  • 8th - 11th January - BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition in the RDS (make sure to visit the Studyclix stand!)

  • 1st February - CAO closing date.

  • 17th - 21st February inclusive - February mid-term break.

  • 11th April - Last day of school before the Easter break.

  • 14th - 25th April inclusive - Easter break.

  • 28th April - Schools reopen.

  • After the Easter break - Practical and Oral exams usually take place.

  • End of May/Beginning of June - schools close for Summer holidays.

  • 4th June - State examinations start.

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