Punjab Announces Winter Break for All Schools From 22 December 2025 to 10 January 2026

Punjab Announces Winter Vacation for All Schools (2025–26)

The Punjab School Education Department has officially declared winter vacations for all public and private schools across the province. The holidays will begin on 22 December 2025 and will continue until 10 January 2026. Schools will reopen immediately after the end of the break, as notified by local administrations.

Official Holiday Dates

• Start of Winter Break: 22 December 2025
• End of Winter Break: 10 January 2026
• Applies To: All Government & Private Schools in Punjab

Districts may issue separate reopening instructions depending on weather and smog conditions, so parents are advised to check the final notice from their school.

Why This Winter Break Matters

This year’s academic calendar in Punjab has already seen adjustments due to weather disruptions, smog alerts, and scheduling changes earlier in the term. The winter vacation window ensures:

• Safe learning conditions during peak cold and smog days
• A consistent break for students before assessments resume
• Time for schools to conduct maintenance and planning

Important Instructions for Parents

1. Verify Reopening Date: Although the provincial notification sets clear dates, some districts may adjust the teacher-reporting or student-reporting day.
2. Plan Light Study Time: Encourage children to revise for 30–40 minutes daily to avoid learning gaps.
3. Health & Safety: Keep children warm and limit outdoor activities on severe smog days.
4. Check Extracurricular Schedules: Tuition centers or school clubs may issue separate schedules for the break.

What Schools Should Do During the Break

• Share a clear circular with parents mentioning dates and reopening instructions.
• Conduct campus maintenance, safety checks, and classroom preparation.
• Provide revision guidelines or short study plans so students return prepared.
• Prepare schedules for assessments planned in January and February.

Study Plan for Students During Winter Break

A short, manageable plan helps students stay fresh without disturbing the holiday mood:

• Daily Revision: 30 minutes of Math or Science
• Reading Time: 10–15 minutes of English or Urdu reading
• Past Paper Practice: Light MCQs twice a week
• Weekend Review: A quick recap of topics studied during the week

Tips for Teachers

• Prepare updated lesson plans for January.
• Share a simple revision list with students.
• Use the break for curriculum alignment and assessment planning.

Final Note

The 2025–26 winter vacation provides a necessary pause in the academic year, giving students time to rest and schools time to prepare for the upcoming term. For the most accurate reopening schedule, parents and teachers should follow the final notification issued by their respective schools or district education authorities.