School Term Date Consultation 2023-24

In accordance with our usual practice, we are consulting on arrangements for the period covering the academic year 2023/24. The  proposed dates can be viewed in the consultation documents section.

KCC will consult with various groups including all Kent schools through the Kelsi e-bulletin, other key stakeholders such as governors (including parent groups), the diocesan bodies, trade unions and our neighbouring authorities. The consultation process will last for six weeks and be open to the general public.

Feedback from this consultation will be reported to the Children, Young People and Education Cabinet Committee for their consideration and following their recommendations the Cabinet Member will take the decision to determine the dates for 2023/24.

KCC is responsible for setting term dates for community and voluntary controlled schools, while governing bodies of foundation and voluntary aided schools are responsible for setting their own term dates. Academies (and free schools) have the freedom to change the length of terms.