Spring break for schoolchildren in Kazakhstan: When will it start

Tengrinews.kz – The third school quarter in Kazakhstan is coming to an end, and students are looking forward to one of the longest breaks of the academic year.

When will spring break start?

In 2026, spring break will last 11 calendar days, from March 19 to March 29, inclusive.

The last school day before the break will be March 18, and students will return to school on March 30 to begin the fourth quarter. This break will give students a chance to fully recharge before the final stage of the school year.

School year calendar for Kazakhstan 2025/2026

The academic year in Kazakhstan is divided into four quarters. The third quarter this year lasted for 10 weeks, while the fourth quarter will be shorter, lasting about 8 weeks. The fourth quarter will end on May 25, 2026, after which summer vacation will begin.

Recommendations for the break

Teachers recommend that students use the break not only for entertainment but also for restoring their routines:

• Get enough sleep and spend more time outdoors.
• Reduce screen time with phones and tablets.
• Maintain a consistent daily routine.
• Focus on reading and relaxing activities.

These practices help students smoothly transition back into the academic rhythm for the fourth quarter, which includes end-of-year assessments, final exams, and preparations for graduation exams in senior grades.