2026 Second Term Ends on Friday, Third Term Begins on Monday
The Ministry of Education has announced the schedule for the end of the second school term and the commencement of the third term for government and government-approved private schools in 2026.
📌 Quick Summary
📝 Introduction
The Ministry of Education has confirmed the dates for the end of the second school term and the start of the third school term for the year 2026. This announcement is relevant to students, parents, teachers, and school administrators across government and government-approved private schools, as the closing and reopening dates differ slightly between Sinhala/Tamil schools and Muslim schools.
📅 Key Term Dates
| School Category | Second Term Ends | Third Term (First Stage) Begins |
|---|---|---|
| Sinhala and Tamil Schools | Friday, 24 July 2026 | Monday, 27 July 2026 |
| Muslim Schools | Friday, 31 July 2026 | Monday, 3 August 2026 |
Muslim schools: Second term ends Friday, 31 July 2026. Third term (first stage) begins Monday, 3 August 2026.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When does the second school term end in 2026?
For Sinhala and Tamil schools, the second term ends on Friday, 24 July 2026. For Muslim schools, the second term ends on Friday, 31 July 2026.
When does the third school term begin in 2026?
The first stage of the third term begins on Monday, 27 July 2026 for Sinhala and Tamil schools, and on Monday, 3 August 2026 for Muslim schools.
Does this schedule apply to all schools?
This schedule applies to government and government-approved private schools in Sri Lanka, as announced by the Ministry of Education.
Why are the dates different for Muslim schools?
The Ministry of Education has set separate term-end and term-start dates for Muslim schools, as reflected in this announcement.
📢 Sinhala/Tamil schools: Term 2 ends 24 July 2026, Term 3 begins 27 July 2026. Muslim schools: Term 2 ends 31 July 2026, Term 3 begins 3 August 2026.
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