By: Isuru Parakrama
November 21, Colombo (LNW): The Ministry of Education has confirmed that the first phase of the third term for the 2024 academic year will conclude tomorrow (22), marking the start of the school holidays for all Sinhala and Tamil medium government and government-approved schools across the country.
As students eagerly anticipate their break, the holidays will officially begin on November 23.
This announcement has come as a relief to many families, allowing them some time for rest and to prepare for the upcoming festive season.
In a slight variation, Muslim schools will finish the first phase of their third term a few weeks later, on December 13.
Their term holidays will commence immediately after, providing a longer stretch of academic activity before the break.
Looking ahead, the second phase of the third term is slated to begin on January 02, 2025, a Thursday.
This marks the start of the new year for students who will return to school after the holiday period.
Educational authorities are ensuring that the academic calendar remains in line with national requirements while accommodating the diverse school communities.
