2019 School Holiday And Term Dates In Queensland And Epic Getaway Ideas

By: Rosie Stevens, ellaslist

Got yourself into the habit of running around like a headless chicken to arrange vacation care during school holidays, then lamenting the lack of family time you get to enjoy with your kids? Well, no more! 

Here’s your definitive guide to Queensland’s school holiday and term dates for 2019—so you can get them in the diary and get your holiday planning cap firmly ON.

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Bear in mind that these dates are for Queensland’s public schools, and although Catholic and independent schools do base their terms and holidays around these dates, they may differ slightly.

Term 1

Tuesday 29 January to Friday 5 April 2019

Autumn School Holiday

Monday 8 April to Monday 22 April 2019

Term 2

Tuesday 23 April to Friday 28 June 2019

Winter School Holiday

Monday 1 July to Friday 12 July 2019

Term 3

Monday 15 July to Friday 20 September 2019

Spring School Holiday

Monday 23 September to Friday 4 October 2019

Term 4

Tuesday 8 October to Friday 13 December 2019

Summer School Holiday

Monday 16 December 2019 to Tuesday 28 January 2020

Family Holiday Ideas

The best part about living in the sunshine state is that a tonne of the country's most enviable holiday destinations are right on your doorstep (or at least, in your state). Here are our top picks for vacay ideas in Queensland: 

• 6 Of Queensland’s Most Child-Friendly Hotels

• 5 Awesome Australian Islands That Are Great For Kids

• 4 Of The Best Kid-Friendly Eco Resorts In Queensland

• Best Places to Go On The Sunshine Coast With Kids

• Which Gold Coast Theme Park Is Right For Your Family?

• Top Hotels And Resorts For Families in Australia

Hero image: blog.queensland.com

 

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