To think these term date changes suck!

[Justanotherissue]

NC for this.
Just found out our school has changed the October and Christmas half terms for the next school year.
They’ve added an extra week in October - so now 2 weeks- and only 1 week for Xmas (break up 22nd).
I’m quite pissed off but don’t know if I’m being unreasonable or dramatic- my thoughts:
1- childcare for two weeks in October will be a hassle, holiday clubs won’t be open for 2 weeks
2- the run up to Christmas with primary aged kids is great, breaking up 2 days before Xmas eve is extremely limiting
3- It limits the chances to travel to family over Xmas
4- I think kids need a two week break in the colder darker months after more school, can’t see the need in October.

Anyone else’s school do this?

Going back to school on 3 January is a bit miserable. Those dark, cold days. I’d be happy for another week off in winter, a shorter summer holiday.

So is being in school until 22 Dec - kids will love it, stressful for parents and teachers probably.

@daisylou466 I’ve found ONE council who finishes on the 17th, the vast majority are 21/22/23…