Events & Calendar 2026

All the important dates, celebrations, and activities planned for the 2026 academic year at Victory Primary School.

2026 School Terms

Plan ahead with the official Victory Primary 2026 academic calendar.

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Please Note

Term dates are aligned with the Eastern Cape Department of Education calendar and may be subject to change. Parents will be notified of any updates via the school communication system.

Term 1 Events

14 January – 27 March 2026

14Jan
School

School Opens — Term 1 Begins

Doors open for the 2026 academic year. All learners report to their classrooms by 07:30.

21Jan
Parent

PTA Meeting

Parent-Teacher Association meeting. All parents are encouraged to attend and be part of the school community.

22Jan
Parent

Parents Meeting

A formal meeting for parents to receive school updates, plans, and important information for the term ahead.

23Jan
Fundraising

Casual Dress & Market Day

Learners may come in casual clothes with a contribution. Join us for a fun-filled fundraising market day.

02Feb
Academic

Formal Assessments Start

Formal class assessments begin for all grades. Please ensure learners complete all classwork on time.

02Feb
Special

Prefects Campaign Begins

Grade 7 learners begin campaigning for the position of school prefect — a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate leadership.

06Feb
Special

Election of Prefects

Learners vote to elect their school prefects for 2026. The school's leadership team for the year is announced.

13Feb
Fundraising

Beauty Contest Fundraising

A fun school beauty contest fundraising event. Come support our learners and the school!

26Feb
Sport

Athletics Day — Grades 2–7

Our annual athletics day for Grades 2 to 7. All parents and supporters are warmly welcome to cheer on our athletes.

📍 School Sports Grounds · 07:30
27Feb
Sport

Athletics Day — Pre R & Grade 1

Our youngest learners take part in their own special athletics fun day — a memorable event for the little ones!

📍 School Sports Grounds · 07:30
06Mar
Faith

Easter Celebration

A special whole-school Easter celebration. We remember and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ together as a school family.

09Mar
Academic

Examinations Start

End-of-term examinations begin for all grades. Please ensure learners are well-rested and prepared.

20Mar
Academic

Examinations End

End-of-term examinations conclude for all grades.

20Mar
Fundraising

Human Rights Day Fundraising

A commemorative fundraising event marking Human Rights Day. Learners are invited to participate and wear the theme colours.

27Mar
School

Reports Issued & School Closes

Term 1 report cards are issued and school closes for the holidays. School closes at 12:00. Enjoy a well-earned rest!

Term 2 Events

8 April – 26 June 2026

08Apr
School

School Opens — Term 2 Begins

Welcome back for Term 2! All learners report to their classrooms by 07:30.

13Apr
Academic

Academic Assembly

A school-wide assembly recognising top-performing learners from Term 1. Come celebrate our achievers!

📍 School Hall
15Apr
Parent

PTA Meeting

Parent-Teacher Association meeting for Term 2. All parents are encouraged to attend.

16Apr
Parent

Parents Meeting

Formal meeting for parents. Updates on Term 2 activities and school progress will be shared.

22Apr
Academic

Formal Assessments Start

Formal class assessments begin for all grades for Term 2.

24Apr
Fundraising

Freedom Day — Fundraising Market Day

Celebrating Freedom Day with a fundraising market day. Casual dress with a contribution. Come celebrate!

08May
Fundraising

Career Day

Learners dress up as their dream career in a fun fundraising event. Come celebrate their aspirations and help raise funds for the school!

11May
Special

School Photoshoot

Annual school photos for all learners and staff. Please ensure learners are in clean, neat school uniform on this day.

15May
Sport

Sports Competition

Inter-school sports competition. Come out and support our Victory Primary teams!

08Jun
Academic

Mid-Year Examinations Start

Mid-year examinations begin for all grades. Please ensure learners are well-rested and thoroughly prepared.

19Jun
Academic

Mid-Year Examinations End

Mid-year examinations conclude for all grades. Well done to all our learners!

26Jun
School

Reports Issued & School Closes

Term 2 report cards are issued and school closes for the mid-year holidays. School closes at 12:00.

Term 3 Events

21 July – 23 September 2026

21Jul
School

School Opens — Term 3 Begins

Welcome back for Term 3! All learners report to their classrooms by 07:30.

24Jul
Fundraising

Fundraising Market Day

Start Term 3 with our fundraising market day. Casual dress with a contribution welcome.

27Jul
Academic

Academic Assembly

Term 3 opening academic assembly celebrating top learners from Term 2 and setting the tone for the term.

📍 School Hall
29Jul
Parent

PTA Meeting

Parent-Teacher Association meeting for Term 3. All parents are encouraged to attend.

30Jul
Parent

Parents Meeting

Formal parents meeting. Come hear about Term 3 plans and receive important updates from the school.

07Aug
Fundraising

Women's Day Fundraising

Celebrating National Women's Day with a fundraising event honouring the remarkable women in our school community.

17Aug
Academic

Formal Assessments Start

Formal class assessments begin for all grades for Term 3.

28Aug
Celebration

Music, Dance & Drama Competition

Our spectacular annual entertainment showcase! Learners perform in music, dance, and drama. All parents are warmly welcome to attend.

📍 School Hall
01Sep
Fundraising

Spring Day Fundraising

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a fun fundraising event. Casual dress with a contribution.

07Sep
Academic

Examinations Start

End-of-term examinations begin for all grades.

11Sep
Academic

Examinations End

End-of-term examinations conclude for all grades.

13Sep
Special

Intermediate Phase Tour

Educational excursion for Grades 4–7 learners. Further details will be communicated to parents in advance.

16Sep
Special

Foundation Phase Tour

Educational excursion for Grade R–3 learners. Further details will be communicated to parents in advance.

23Sep
School

Reports Issued & School Closes

Term 3 report cards are issued and school closes for the holidays. School closes at 12:00.

Term 4 Events

6 October – 11 December 2026

06Oct
School

School Opens — Term 4 Begins

Welcome to Term 4 — the final stretch of 2026! All learners report to their classrooms by 07:30.

14Oct
Parent

PTA Meeting

Parent-Teacher Association meeting for Term 4. All parents are encouraged to attend.

15Oct
Parent

Parents Meeting

Formal parents meeting. Important updates and plans for the final term of 2026 will be shared.

22Oct
Celebration

Prize Giving Day

Our annual Prize Giving ceremony celebrating academic achievement, sporting excellence, and outstanding character. All parents are warmly invited.

📍 School Hall
30Oct
Special

School March

Victory Primary learners participate in the annual school march — a proud display of school spirit and unity.

05Nov
Celebration

Grade 7 Farewell Party

A special celebration to honour our Grade 7 learners as they complete their primary school journey at Victory Primary.

12Nov
Celebration

Grade R Graduation

A beautiful ceremony celebrating our Grade R learners completing their very first year at Victory Primary. Parents, don't miss this special milestone!

📍 School Hall
16Nov
Academic

Year-End Examinations Start

Year-end examinations begin for all grades. Please ensure learners are well-prepared for this important assessment period.

27Nov
Academic

Year-End Examinations End

Year-end examinations conclude. Well done to all our learners on completing a full year of hard work!

11Dec
School

Reports Issued & School Closes

Year-end report cards are issued and school closes for the December holidays. Thank you for a wonderful 2026 — see you in 2027!