South African KZN School Terms 2024: The South African Department of Education has issued the official school calendar 2024. The calendar shows the term dates, public and school holidays, and amount of school days for the entire year. The academic year will start on January 15, 2024, and end on December 6, 2024. The 2024 school calendar has been published for interior and coastal provinces and is accessible for download and print. The calendar contains specific information about each term, such as the start and conclusion dates, number of school days, and public holidays. Parents and kids must keep track of the school calendar so that they are informed of term dates and holidays.
Education is a primary priority in South Africa, and the government is dedicated to delivering high-quality education to all children. School periods play an essential role in the education system, and children must attend school regularly to ensure that they acquire the education they require for success. The announcement of the 2024 school calendar allows parents and students to manage their calendars and make the most of their academic year.
2024 School Term Dates:
The South African government has announced the official school semester dates for 2024. The academic year is organized into four terms, each lasting around ten weeks. The dates for each term are listed below:
First Term
- Start date: January 17, 2024; end date: March 20, 2024.
- The first term of 2024 will last nine weeks and four days. During this term, students can commemorate New Year’s Day on January 1st and Human Rights Day on March 21st.
Second Term
- Start date: April 3rd, 2024. End date: June 14, 2024
- The second term of 2024 will last ten weeks and four days. Learners can enjoy the Easter vacations, which run from March 29th to April 1st, and Freedom Day on April 27th.
Third Term:
- Start date: July 9, 2024; end date: September 20, 2024.
- The third term of 2024 will last ten weeks and four days. Learners can commemorate National Women’s Day on August 9th and Heritage Day on September 24th.
Fourth term
- Start date: October 1, 2024. End date: December 11, 2024
- The fourth term of 2024 will last ten weeks and three days. During this semester, students can commemorate the Day of Reconciliation on December 16th, the Day of Goodwill on December 26th, and New Year’s Day on January 1st, 2025.
It is vital to note that the school holidays coincide with the school term dates. The school holidays in 2024 are as follows:
- Holidays from March 21st to April 2nd, 2024. Two holidays from June 17th to July 8th, 2024. Three holidays: September 23-30, 2024. 4 Holidays: December 12, 2024 – January 14, 2025
- Parents and students should note these dates so they can schedule their vacations and activities accordingly.
KwaZulu-Natal:
KwaZulu-Natal’s school calendar is identical to the rest of South Africa. The academic year is divided into four terms, each lasting around ten weeks. The first term begins on 17 January and ends on March 20. The second semester begins on April 3 and finishes on June 14. The third term starts on July 9 and finishes on September 20. The fourth and final term begins on October 1 and ends on December 11.