Russia's school holidays cut by one day in 2026/27 academic year

The Russian Ministry of Education has recommended school holidays for the 2026/27 academic year, according to a document reported by RIA Novosti. The total length of holidays for pupils in grades 2 to 11 will be 126 days, one day fewer than the 127 days in the current academic year.

Recommended dates include an autumn break from 26 October to 3 November, a winter break from 31 December to 10 January, a spring break from 27 March to 4 April, and a summer break from 27 May to 31 August. First-grade pupils will receive additional holidays from 15 to 21 February 2027.

Schools may draw up their own holiday calendars, taking into account the federal plan or regional and ethno-cultural traditions.