First day of school, holidays, spring break 2027, last day, and district-check notes for Georgia families.
Quick answer for families
For planning, this Georgia school calendar lists Aug 3, 2026 as the first-day reference and May 27, 2027 as the last-day reference for the 2026-2027 school year.
First day
Aug 3, 2026
Use for back-to-school planning.
Last day
May 27, 2027
May shift with make-up days.
Spring break
Apr 5, 2027 – Apr 9, 2027
Confirm with your local district.
District calendars can vary within Georgia. Check your local district before booking travel, childcare, or end-of-year plans.
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Official source: https://www.atlantapublicschools.us
Before relying on this printed copy, confirm teacher workdays, early release days, and make-up day rules with your local district.
At-a-glance timeline
Quick answers for first day, spring break 2027, last day, and required instruction time.
⚠️ Atlanta Public Schools and Gwinnett County Public Schools both confirmed August 3, 2026, as the first day of school. Georgia schools typically start early in August. Individual district calendars may differ.
Official source tracker
Statewide school calendar pages are planning references. Local districts may publish different first day, break, holiday, teacher workday, and make-up day schedules, so final dates should be verified with the district that serves your address.
Calendar data updated: 2026-10-03
Primary source checked: No documented date verification; confirm locally
Use these local sources when your city or county calendar matters.
Gwinnett County
Largest Georgia district and an important calendar source for metro Atlanta.
Cobb County
Large metro Atlanta district; verify local breaks and teacher workdays.
DeKalb County
Major Atlanta-area district with locally approved calendar dates.
Atlanta
Urban district calendar may differ from nearby county systems.
State-specific planning insight
Georgia calendars vary across metro Atlanta, suburban counties, and rural districts. Many districts start in early August, but fall breaks, winter breaks, digital learning days, and teacher workdays can differ significantly by district.
Georgia's public school system serves approximately 1.8 million students across 180 school districts, one for each of the state's counties plus a number of independent city systems. The state requires a minimum of 180 school days annually. Georgia is notable for its early school start dates — most districts begin in late July or early August, making it one of the earliest-starting states in the country. This early start allows schools to complete the first semester before winter break and align exam schedules with the semester calendar. A distinctive feature of Georgia's academic calendar is the inclusion of a fall break in early October, typically spanning a full week, which provides a mid-semester rest period not found in many other states. Spring break in Georgia generally falls in early April. Atlanta Public Schools and other large metro-area districts may have slightly different calendar configurations. Georgia's education system is overseen by the Georgia Department of Education, and the state has invested significantly in pre-K programs through the nationally recognized Georgia's Pre-K Program. Families should note that charter schools and special-purpose schools may follow independent calendars. Always verify dates with your local school district.
Related planning guides
School Holidays 2026-2027
Winter break: Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Spring Break 2027
Spring break: Apr 5, 2027 – Apr 9, 2027
First Day of School 2026
First day: Aug 3, 2026
Official Sources
Source tracker and verification notes
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Printable Planning
Use the state page with your district calendar
These 2026-2027 dates apply only to the named school systems, not their entire states. Winter here means the December–January recess, not a separate February break. Listed recess dates exclude adjacent weekends and staff-only days unless the source includes them.Confirm your school’s calendar before booking.
Winter: Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Spring: Apr 5, 2027 – Apr 9, 2027
Winter here is the December-January semester break; the separate February 16-19 winter break is not included.
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Check this district’s official calendarThe Georgia school calendar lists Aug 3, 2026 as the planning reference for the first day of school in 2026. Local districts may approve different start dates, so confirm with your district calendar.
Spring Break in Georgia is listed as Apr 5, 2027 – Apr 9, 2027. Some districts may choose a different spring break week, especially in large metro areas.
The last day of school for Georgia in the 2026-2027 school year is listed as May 27, 2027. The final date can move if a district adds weather or emergency make-up days.
Winter Break in Georgia is listed as Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027. District calendars can still vary around teacher workdays, early release days, and local holidays.
Thanksgiving Break in Georgia is listed as Nov 23, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026. Many districts close for Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday, but local calendars should be verified.
Georgia requires 180 instructional days for the 2026-2027 school year.
No. Georgia school calendar dates can vary by district because local boards approve their own calendars within state requirements. Use this page as a planning guide, then verify exact dates with your district.