Saudi students, teachers to enjoy first extra break of academic year on Sunday

Students and teachers across Saudi Arabia will enjoy their first additional holiday of the 1448 academic year on Sunday, in line with the approved school calendar for this year.

This upcoming break is one of several scheduled throughout the school year. Students and teachers are also preparing for the autumn holiday, which is set to begin on Thursday, November 19, 2026, and will last for 10 days.

Autumn holiday dates in Saudi Arabia

The autumn holiday is scheduled to start on Thursday, November 19, 2026, in about 26 days, and will continue for 10 days. This provides students and teachers with time to rest and prepare to resume classes after the break.

School holidays are considered important milestones during the academic year, offering students and teachers opportunities to rest and recharge before returning to classrooms and continuing the educational process.