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IN BRIEF
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As Christmas approaches, excitement builds along with the anticipation of the end-of-year school holidays. After a first break during the All Saints’ Day period, students start counting the days until they can finally enjoy their time off to celebrate Christmas with family. This article presents the dates of the last school holidays of the year to help you better manage your preparations.
Summary of the school year 2024-2025 holidays #
School holidays are a crucial moment in the school year timeline. In 2024-2025, it is important to note the rest periods that will mark the students’ lives. It all starts with the return to school which took place on September 2, 2024, followed by a first break for the All Saints’ holidays which took place from October 19 to November 4, 2024.
The upcoming school holidays: the Christmas holidays
The Christmas holidays will be a much-awaited time for students, especially after a long period of classes. These holidays will start on Saturday, December 21, 2024 and will end on Monday, January 6, 2025. This is a common break for all school zones: A, B, and C. Thus, no matter where you are in France, families can enjoy this time together.
The school holiday calendar 2024-2025 #
To give you a comprehensive overview, here are the main dates to remember for the school year 2024-2025:
- Back to school: Monday, September 2, 2024
- All Saints’ holidays: From Saturday, October 19 to Monday, November 4, 2024
- Christmas holidays: From Saturday, December 21 to Monday, January 6, 2025
- Winter holidays: Zone A: from Saturday, February 22 to Monday, March 3, 2025; Zone B: from Saturday, February 8 to Monday, February 24, 2025; Zone C: from Saturday, February 15 to Monday, March 3, 2025.
When will classes resume after the Christmas holidays?
The resumption of classes will therefore be scheduled for Monday, January 6, 2025. Students will have had memorable moments with their loved ones and, for many, will have had the time to recharge their energy before returning to school.
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More holidays to come #
After the Christmas holidays, the next moment of relaxation will be the winter holidays. Each zone will have its own dates, thus allowing for the distribution of traveler traffic during this period. This is also ideal for ski resorts and other winter activities.
The festive season at the end of the year
The Christmas holidays not only provide a school break but also offer an opportunity to enjoy the year-end festivities. Christmas markets, decorations, and moments spent with family around good meals make this period even more special.
Time flies before Christmas #
Every passing day brings us closer to the much-anticipated magic of Christmas. While waiting to be reunited with family, children can occupy themselves by preparing their gifts, making lists for Santa Claus, and soaking up the festive atmosphere that reigns across the country. The municipalities, adorned with a thousand lights, remind us that the season of celebrations is fast approaching.
