Connecticut has 105 school districts across 94 cities with calendar data for the 2025-26 school year. Districts average 180 instructional days per year.
Academic Calendar Overview
Connecticut school districts follow a 2025-26 academic calendar that spans from July 30, 2025 through June 22, 2026. With 105 districts across 94 cities and communities, Connecticut families have a wide range of schedules to navigate depending on where they live. Understanding when school starts, when breaks fall, and how many instructional days your child will have helps parents plan vacations, childcare, and family activities around the academic year. With an average of 180 instructional days required per year, Connecticut school districts must carefully balance state mandates with local scheduling needs, including teacher planning days, professional development, and weather makeup days.
When Does School Start?
The earliest Connecticut districts begin classes on July 30, 2025, while others do not start until September 4, 2025 — a spread of 36 days that reflects the diverse local priorities and climate conditions across the state. Districts that start earlier in the summer tend to align breaks with local events or agricultural cycles, while later-starting districts may preserve more of the traditional summer for families. This variation means a family moving from one Connecticut district to another could encounter a schedule shift of several weeks, making it important to verify your specific district's calendar each year. Across Connecticut, districts average 180 instructional days — a figure set by state education mandates but often exceeded by individual districts that build in additional learning time.
Break Schedules
For the 2025-26 academic year, the most common spring break window in Connecticut runs from April 13, 2026 through April 17, 2026, a schedule shared by 61 districts. Families planning spring travel should be aware that while this is the dominant pattern, not all Connecticut districts follow the same dates — some districts schedule spring break a week earlier or later based on local traditions or the academic calendar layout. Winter break — the longest scheduled recess of the school year — most commonly begins December 24, 2025 and runs through January 2, 2026 for 47 Connecticut districts. This multi-week window is a critical planning period for families booking holiday travel, managing childcare during the break, and coordinating with extended family schedules.
Data Sources & Accuracy
Major Connecticut communities including New Britain, South Windham, Portland, and Naugatuck are represented in our dataset, alongside hundreds of smaller districts across the state. All calendar data on this site is sourced directly from official Connecticut school district websites, PDF calendars, and district-published iCal feeds. The data is refreshed regularly to reflect mid-year amendments, snow day adjustments, and any changes announced by districts after the start of the school year. While we work to keep information current, parents should always verify critical dates — such as the first day of school, standardized testing windows, and graduation ceremonies — against their district's official website or the district office directly. Use the district links below to navigate to your specific school calendar page, where you can view the full schedule and download an iCal file for Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, or Outlook.
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Compare School Calendars
Showing districts with available 2025-26 calendar data. Data updates daily.
| District | First Day | Last Day | Spring Break | Winter Break |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ansonia School District | Aug 21 | Jun 8 | Apr 3 | Dec 24 |
| Avon School District | Aug 26 | Jun 12 | Apr 13 | Dec 24 |
| Berlin School District | Aug 28 | Jun 15 | Apr 14 | Dec 22 |
| Bethel School District | Aug 27 | Jun 22 | Apr 13 | Dec 24 |
| Bloomfield School District | Aug 20 | May 15 | Apr 3 | Dec 22 |
| Branford School District | Aug 28 | Jun 10 | Apr 13 | Dec 24 |
| Bridgeport School District | Aug 28 | Jun 17 | Apr 6 | Dec 24 |
| Bristol School District | Aug 28 | Jun 16 | Apr 13 | Dec 24 |
| Brookfield School District | Aug 20 | Jun 3 | Mar 30 | Dec 22 |
| Canton School District | Aug 7 | May 12 | Mar 16 | Dec 22 |
| Cheshire School District | Aug 21 | Jun 4 | Apr 6 | Dec 24 |
| Clinton School District | Aug 26 | May 27 | Apr 13 | Dec 24 |
| Coventry School District | Aug 27 | Jun 11 | Apr 13 | Dec 24 |
| Cromwell School District | Aug 28 | Jun 11 | Apr 14 | Dec 23 |
| Danbury School District | Aug 26 | Jun 18 | Apr 6 | Dec 24 |
| Darien School District | Aug 27 | Jun 16 | Apr 13 | Dec 24 |
| Derby School District | Aug 13 | May 22 | Mar 16 | Dec 22 |
| East Granby School District | Aug 27 | Jun 12 | Apr 13 | Dec 24 |
| East Haddam School District | Aug 26 | Jun 12 | Apr 13 | Dec 22 |
| East Hampton School District | Aug 28 | Jun 12 | Apr 13 | Dec 24 |
A2 districts
B7 districts
C5 districts
D3 districts
E9 districts
Tariffville
East Haddam School DistrictMoodus
East Hampton School DistrictEast Hampton
East Hartford School DistrictEast Hartford
East Haven School DistrictEast Haven
East Lyme School DistrictNiantic
East Windsor School DistrictBroad Brook
Ellington School DistrictCrystal Lake
Enfield School DistrictHazardville
F2 districts
G6 districts
H2 districts
K1 district
L2 districts
M7 districts
N14 districts
Naugatuck
New Britain School DistrictNew Britain
New Canaan School DistrictNew Canaan
New Fairfield School DistrictCandlewood Knolls
New Haven School DistrictNew Haven
New London School DistrictNew London
New Milford School DistrictNew Milford
Newington School DistrictNewington
Newtown School DistrictSandy Hook
North Branford School DistrictNorthford
North Haven School DistrictNorth Haven
North Stonington School DistrictMashantucket
Norwalk School DistrictNorwalk
Norwich School DistrictNorwich
O2 districts
P5 districts
R9 districts
Northwest Harwinton
Regional School District 12Bridgewater
Regional School District 13Durham
Regional School District 14Woodbury Center
Regional School District 15Heritage Village
Regional School District 16Naugatuck
Regional School District 17Higganum
Regional School District 18Essex Village
Ridgefield School DistrictLakes East
S12 districts
Branford Center
Seymour School DistrictAnsonia
Shelton School DistrictShelton
Simsbury School DistrictSimsbury Center
Somers School DistrictSomers
South Windsor School DistrictManchester
Southington School DistrictPlantsville
Stafford School DistrictStafford Springs
Stamford School DistrictStamford
Stonington School DistrictStonington
Stratford School DistrictStratford Downtown
Suffield School DistrictSuffield Depot
T5 districts
V1 district
W12 districts
Wallingford Center
Waterbury School DistrictWaterbury
Waterford School DistrictWaterford
Watertown School DistrictWatertown
West Hartford School DistrictWest Hartford
West Haven School DistrictWest Haven
Westbrook School DistrictWestbrook Center
Westport School DistrictCompo
Wilton School DistrictCannondale
Winchester School DistrictWinsted
Windham School DistrictSouth Windham
Windsor Locks School DistrictWindsor Locks
Frequently Asked Questions
When does school start in Connecticut?
For the 2025-26 school year, the first day of school in Connecticut ranges from July 30, 2025 to September 4, 2025, depending on the district. Check individual district calendars below for exact dates.
When is the last day of school in Connecticut?
The last day of school in Connecticut for 2025-26 ranges from May 11, 2026 to June 22, 2026. Each district sets its own end date based on local scheduling.
When is spring break in Connecticut?
The most common spring break dates in Connecticut for 2025-26 are April 13, 2026 to April 17, 2026, shared by 61 districts. Other districts may have different dates — check your district's calendar for exact spring break timing.
How many school districts are in Connecticut?
We have calendar data for 105 school districts in Connecticut, spanning 94 cities. The average school year includes 180 instructional days.