All the important dates, celebrations, and activities planned for the 2026 academic year at Victory Primary School.
Plan ahead with the official Victory Primary 2026 academic calendar.
14 January – 27 March 2026
11 weeks
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8 April – 26 June 2026
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21 July – 23 September 2026
9 weeks
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6 October – 11 December 2026
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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.
14 January – 27 March 2026
Doors open for the 2026 academic year. All learners report to their classrooms by 07:30.
Parent-Teacher Association meeting. All parents are encouraged to attend and be part of the school community.
A formal meeting for parents to receive school updates, plans, and important information for the term ahead.
Learners may come in casual clothes with a contribution. Join us for a fun-filled fundraising market day.
Formal class assessments begin for all grades. Please ensure learners complete all classwork on time.
Grade 7 learners begin campaigning for the position of school prefect — a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate leadership.
Learners vote to elect their school prefects for 2026. The school's leadership team for the year is announced.
A fun school beauty contest fundraising event. Come support our learners and the school!
Our annual athletics day for Grades 2 to 7. All parents and supporters are warmly welcome to cheer on our athletes.
Our youngest learners take part in their own special athletics fun day — a memorable event for the little ones!
A special whole-school Easter celebration. We remember and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ together as a school family.
End-of-term examinations begin for all grades. Please ensure learners are well-rested and prepared.
End-of-term examinations conclude for all grades.
A commemorative fundraising event marking Human Rights Day. Learners are invited to participate and wear the theme colours.
Term 1 report cards are issued and school closes for the holidays. School closes at 12:00. Enjoy a well-earned rest!
8 April – 26 June 2026
Welcome back for Term 2! All learners report to their classrooms by 07:30.
A school-wide assembly recognising top-performing learners from Term 1. Come celebrate our achievers!
Parent-Teacher Association meeting for Term 2. All parents are encouraged to attend.
Formal meeting for parents. Updates on Term 2 activities and school progress will be shared.
Formal class assessments begin for all grades for Term 2.
Celebrating Freedom Day with a fundraising market day. Casual dress with a contribution. Come celebrate!
Learners dress up as their dream career in a fun fundraising event. Come celebrate their aspirations and help raise funds for the school!
Annual school photos for all learners and staff. Please ensure learners are in clean, neat school uniform on this day.
Inter-school sports competition. Come out and support our Victory Primary teams!
Mid-year examinations begin for all grades. Please ensure learners are well-rested and thoroughly prepared.
Mid-year examinations conclude for all grades. Well done to all our learners!
Term 2 report cards are issued and school closes for the mid-year holidays. School closes at 12:00.
21 July – 23 September 2026
Welcome back for Term 3! All learners report to their classrooms by 07:30.
Start Term 3 with our fundraising market day. Casual dress with a contribution welcome.
Term 3 opening academic assembly celebrating top learners from Term 2 and setting the tone for the term.
Parent-Teacher Association meeting for Term 3. All parents are encouraged to attend.
Formal parents meeting. Come hear about Term 3 plans and receive important updates from the school.
Celebrating National Women's Day with a fundraising event honouring the remarkable women in our school community.
Formal class assessments begin for all grades for Term 3.
Our spectacular annual entertainment showcase! Learners perform in music, dance, and drama. All parents are warmly welcome to attend.
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a fun fundraising event. Casual dress with a contribution.
End-of-term examinations begin for all grades.
End-of-term examinations conclude for all grades.
Educational excursion for Grades 4–7 learners. Further details will be communicated to parents in advance.
Educational excursion for Grade R–3 learners. Further details will be communicated to parents in advance.
Term 3 report cards are issued and school closes for the holidays. School closes at 12:00.
6 October – 11 December 2026
Welcome to Term 4 — the final stretch of 2026! All learners report to their classrooms by 07:30.
Parent-Teacher Association meeting for Term 4. All parents are encouraged to attend.
Formal parents meeting. Important updates and plans for the final term of 2026 will be shared.
Our annual Prize Giving ceremony celebrating academic achievement, sporting excellence, and outstanding character. All parents are warmly invited.
Victory Primary learners participate in the annual school march — a proud display of school spirit and unity.
A special celebration to honour our Grade 7 learners as they complete their primary school journey at Victory Primary.
A beautiful ceremony celebrating our Grade R learners completing their very first year at Victory Primary. Parents, don't miss this special milestone!
Year-end examinations begin for all grades. Please ensure learners are well-prepared for this important assessment period.
Year-end examinations conclude. Well done to all our learners on completing a full year of hard work!
Year-end report cards are issued and school closes for the December holidays. Thank you for a wonderful 2026 — see you in 2027!