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School Calendar

THE WILLOWS SCHOOL

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Source domain: thewillows-school.co.za

Collected on 6 August 2026

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What this means

The Willows School has published its official 2026 academic calendar, outlining the start and end dates for four terms, public holidays, school holidays, staff development days, and aftercare arrangements. Key dates include Freedom Day on 27th April, Workers Day on 1st May, Youth Day on 15th June, and Women’s Day on 10th August. The last day of each term ends at 13:00, with no after-care provided, and the school opens at 7:30am for early arrivals.

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aftercare serviceOngoing

Aftercare services during school holidays

The Willows School offers a Holiday Club run by Willow’s teachers during school breaks. Parents can access details by checking the notice board at the school.

Who it is for
parents of students at The Willows School
How to act on it
Check the notice board at The Willows School to find details about the Holiday Club offered by Willow’s teachers
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Holiday club is offered by the Willow’s teachers – see notice board for details.
early access to schoolOngoing

Early arrival at school

Students may arrive at The Willows School as early as 7:30am, before regular school hours begin.

Who it is for
students at The Willows School
How to act on it
Arrive at the school gate before 8:00am and enter from 7:30am
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The school opens its doors at 7.30am for early arrivals.

Facts

Places

Gauteng

Key Takeaways

  • 2026
  • First Term: 14th January – 27th March
  • Second Term: 14th April – 26th June
  • Holiday: 27th April – 1st May
  • Freedom Day: 27th April
  • Workers Day: 1st May
  • Youth Day: 15th June
  • Women’s Day: 10th August
  • Third Term: 21st July – 23rd September
  • Fourth Term: 13th October – 2nd December
  • No after-care on last day of term
  • School closes at 13:00 on last day of term
  • Staff prep and development days: 12th & 13th Jan, 13th Apr, 20th Jul, 12th Oct, 3rd & 4th Dec
  • Early arrival from 7:30am
  • The Willows School
  • Bordeaux 2194
  • info@thewillows-school.co.za