New Hampshire has 63 school districts across 51 cities with calendar data for the 2025-26 school year. Districts average 179 instructional days per year.
Academic Calendar Overview
New Hampshire school districts follow a 2025-26 academic calendar that spans from August 5, 2025 through June 30, 2026. With 63 districts across 51 cities and communities, New Hampshire 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 179 instructional days required per year, New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire districts begin classes on August 5, 2025, while others do not start until September 4, 2025 — a spread of 30 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 New Hampshire district to another could encounter a schedule shift of several weeks, making it important to verify your specific district's calendar each year. Across New Hampshire, districts average 179 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 New Hampshire runs from April 27, 2026 through May 1, 2026, a schedule shared by 34 districts. Families planning spring travel should be aware that while this is the dominant pattern, not all New Hampshire 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 February 23, 2026 and runs through February 27, 2026 for 29 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire communities including Conway, Colebrook, Berlin, and Union are represented in our dataset, alongside hundreds of smaller districts across the state. All calendar data on this site is sourced directly from official New Hampshire 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany School District | Sep 4 | Jun 26 | Apr 3 | Dec 24 |
| Bedford School District | Aug 29 | Jun 13 | Apr 22 | Dec 25 |
| Benton School District | Aug 13 | May 21 | Mar 23 | Dec 22 |
| Berlin School District | Aug 28 | Jun 15 | Apr 11 | Dec 22 |
| Chatham School District | Aug 31 | Jun 18 | Apr 12 | Dec 24 |
| Claremont School District | Aug 28 | Jun 12 | Apr 7 | Dec 23 |
| Clarksville School District | Aug 5 | May 21 | Mar 23 | Dec 22 |
| Colebrook School District | Sep 2 | Jun 16 | Apr 27 | Dec 24 |
| Columbia School District | Aug 27 | May 27 | Apr 6 | Dec 22 |
| Contoocook Valley School District | Aug 28 | Jun 18 | Apr 27 | Dec 24 |
| Conway School District | Sep 2 | Jun 17 | Apr 27 | Dec 24 |
| Coos County School District | Aug 27 | Jun 15 | Apr 27 | Dec 24 |
| Dummer School District | Aug 25 | Jun 11 | Apr 27 | Dec 23 |
| Eaton School District | Aug 13 | May 19 | Mar 23 | Dec 22 |
| Ellsworth School District | Aug 28 | Jun 16 | Apr 14 | Dec 23 |
| Epping School District | Aug 26 | Jun 16 | Apr 27 | Dec 22 |
| Farmington School District | Sep 2 | Jun 18 | Apr 27 | Dec 24 |
| Goffstown School District | Sep 2 | Jun 18 | Apr 27 | Dec 24 |
| Haverhill Cooperative School District | Aug 26 | Jun 10 | Apr 20 | Dec 24 |
| Hillsboro-Deering Cooperative School District | Aug 25 | Jun 12 | Apr 27 | Dec 22 |
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Manchester
Mascenic Regional School DistrictGreenville
Mascoma Valley Regional School DistrictCanaan
Merrimack School DistrictEast Merrimack
Merrimack Valley School DistrictTilton Northfield
Middleton School DistrictUnion
Milford School DistrictMilford
Milton School DistrictUnion
Monadnock Regional School DistrictMarlborough
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does school start in New Hampshire?
For the 2025-26 school year, the first day of school in New Hampshire ranges from August 5, 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 New Hampshire?
The last day of school in New Hampshire for 2025-26 ranges from May 15, 2026 to June 30, 2026. Each district sets its own end date based on local scheduling.
When is spring break in New Hampshire?
The most common spring break dates in New Hampshire for 2025-26 are April 27, 2026 to May 1, 2026, shared by 34 districts. Other districts may have different dates — check your district's calendar for exact spring break timing.
How many school districts are in New Hampshire?
We have calendar data for 63 school districts in New Hampshire, spanning 51 cities. The average school year includes 179 instructional days.