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Between the excitement of new learning opportunities and the well-deserved breaks, there's a lot to look forward to in the 2025 academic year. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the key dates and important information to help you stay ahead of the game.
The proposed calendar for public schools has been released, detailing a structured academic year. Here’s a snapshot:
The Department of Education has introduced three additional holidays this year, thanks to the Public Holidays Act of 1994, which mandates that if a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will also be a holiday. This change aims to give both learners and teachers extra time to relax and rejuvenate.
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2025 school calendar: IEB schools
IEB schools in South Africa may follow different calendars. While many align with the public school schedule, others adhere to specific association calendars or their own tailored schedules. The ISASA Central Region Calendar provides a guideline for schools in Gauteng, Free State, North West, and Northern Cape, but its adoption is not mandatory.
Plan ahead for the academic year
With the release of the 2025 school calendar, it’s time to start planning to make the most of the academic year. Here’s a quick summary of the proposed dates for the public school calendar::
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