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The New Beacon Term Dates
At The New Beacon School, we understand the importance of staying informed about key dates throughout the academic year.
Whether you’re planning for the start of a new term or coordinating holiday schedules, having clear and accessible term information is essential. This page provides an up-to-date overview of all term dates. Stay organised and ensure your child is prepared for every milestone in the school calendar.
Term Dates
Michaelmas Term 2025
| Michaelmas Term 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Term Starts | Thursday, 4th September |
| Half Term | Saturday, 18th October – Sunday, 2nd November |
| Term Ends | Wednesday, 10th December |
| 12:00pm – Early Years and Pre Prep 12:15pm – Year 3 12:30pm – Year 4 1:00pm – Middle and Senior School | |
Lent Term 2026
| Lent Term 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Term Starts | Wednesday, 7th January |
| Half Term | Saturday, 14th February – Sunday, 22nd February |
| Term Ends | Thursday, 26th March |
| 12:00pm – Early Years and Pre Prep 12:15pm – Year 3 12:30pm – Year 4 1:00pm – Middle and Senior School | |
Summer Term 2026
| Summer Term 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Term Starts | Tuesday, 21st April |
| Half Term | Saturday, 23rd May – Sunday, 31st May |
| Prize Giving | Friday 3rd, July (Year 4 – Year 8) |
| Term Ends for Year 8 | Friday, 3rd July After Chapel (Year 8 only) |
| Term Ends | Wednesday, 8th July (Early Years – Year 7) |
| 12:00pm – Early Years and Pre Prep 12:15pm – Year 3 12:30pm – Year 4 1:00pm – Middle and Senior School | |
Michaelmas Term 2026
| Michaelmas Term 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Term Starts | Thursday, 3rd September |
| Half Term | Saturday, 17th October – Sunday, 1st November |
| Term Ends | Thursday, 10th December |
| 16:00pm – Finish Time | |
Lent Term 2027
| Lent Term 2027 | |
|---|---|
| Term Starts | Tuesday, 5th January |
| Half Term | Saturday, 13th February – Sunday, 21st February |
| Term Ends | Wednesday, 24th March |
| 16:00pm – Finish Time | |
Summer Term 2027
| Summer Term 2027 | |
|---|---|
| Term Starts | Thursday, 15th April |
| Half Term | Saturday, 29th May – Sunday, 6th June |
| Prize Giving | Friday, 2nd July (Year 4 – Year 8) |
| Term Ends for Year 8 | Friday, 2nd July After Chapel (Year 8 only) |
| Term Ends | Wednesday, 7th July (Early Years – Year 7) |
| 12:00pm – Early Years and Pre Prep 12:15pm – Year 3 12:30pm – Year 4 1:00pm – Middle and Senior School | |
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Independent Reviews
The Good Schools Guide, 2025
Review Summary
“The school works hard to develop confidence and self-belief and is good at spotting potential – ‘my son would not get on the stage when he joined but now has the main part in the school play’, .”
Talk Education
School Review
There’s a lovely family feel at this all-boys prep in Sevenoaks which has strong community ties, including with the local girls’ schools. Solidly academic with a great sporting reputation and excellent pastoral care, it mixes tradition and innovation with aplomb, producing happy, purposeful and well-rounded pupils…
Talk Education
Nursery Review
Children can join the Nursery in the term they turn three and are encouraged to do three sessions a week to ensure they settle in. The current site is a short walk from the main school building and includes a bright, spacious room leading to a covered outdoor space where little ones can socialise, play and learn…