Oyo State School Resumption Date for 2026/2027 Is Confirmed

Good news for parents, students, and teachers in Oyo State — you don't have to wait for the official circular to start planning. The Oyo State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology already embedded the 2026/2027 session start date inside the approved 2025/2026 academic calendar.

The first term of the 2026/2027 academic session begins on Monday, 14th September 2026. This applies to all public and private primary and secondary schools across Oyo State.

This is consistent with the pattern from the current and previous sessions. Oyo State has maintained a very stable academic calendar structure, which makes forward planning straightforward.

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Oyo State 2025/2026 Academic Calendar — Current Session at a Glance

| Term | Start | End | Mid-term Break | |---|---|---|---| | First Term | Monday 15th September 2025 | Friday 12th December 2025 | — | | Second Term | Monday 5th January 2026 | Friday 3rd April 2026 | Thursday 19th & Friday 20th February 2026 | | Third Term | Monday 27th April 2026 | Friday 31st July 2026 | Thursday 11th & Friday 12th June 2026 |

The final vacation for the 2025/2026 session starts on Monday 3rd August 2026 and ends on Friday 11th September 2026 — a six-week long holiday.

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Oyo State School Resumption Date 2026/2027 — Full Calendar

First Term 2026/2027 | Milestone | Date | |---|---| | Resumption | Monday 14th September 2026 ✅ Confirmed | | Duration | 13 weeks | | Open Day | Last Wednesday of October 2026 (projected) | | Mid-term break | Last Thursday & Friday of October 2026 (projected) | | Closing | Friday 18th December 2026 (projected) | | Holiday | Monday 21st December 2026 – Friday 2nd January 2027 |

Second Term 2026/2027 | Milestone | Date | |---|---| | Resumption | Monday 5th January 2027 (projected) | | Duration | 13 weeks | | Mid-term break | Late February 2027 | | Closing | Friday 2nd April 2027 (projected) |

Third Term 2026/2027 | Milestone | Date | |---|---| | Resumption | Monday 26th April 2027 (projected) | | Duration | 14 weeks | | Mid-term break | Mid-June 2027 | | Closing | Friday 30th July 2027 (projected) |

> Note: The first term resumption date of 14th September 2026 is confirmed from the official 2025/2026 Oyo State calendar. Remaining 2026/2027 dates are projected and will be officially confirmed when the Ministry releases the full calendar. This page will be updated once the circular is out.

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Who Does This Calendar Apply To?

The Oyo State academic calendar applies to both public and private schools across the state:

• All public primary schools in Oyo State
• All public secondary schools in Oyo State
• Private primary and secondary schools operating in Oyo State
• Schools in Ibadan, Ogbomosho, Oyo, Iseyin, Saki, and all other local government areas

> All public and private schools must adhere strictly to the school calendar. Non-compliance or contravention will attract penalties. Academic activities are to begin on the first day of every term without delay.

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Important Rules for Schools and Parents

• Boarding students resume on the Sunday preceding the official Monday resumption date — that is Sunday 13th September 2026 for first term
• Full academic work commences from day one — send your child back prepared
• All public holidays declared by the federal or state government must be observed within the calendar
• Any school needing to adjust its dates must seek approval from the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology

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University Resumption in Oyo State 2026/2027

University resumption dates are separate from the primary and secondary school calendar.

University of Ibadan (UI) UI's Post-UTME for 2026/2027 is currently ongoing. First semester typically begins September/October 2026. Check the official UI admissions portal at admissions.ui.edu.ng for updates. Also read our full UI Post-UTME 2026 guide.

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) LAUTECH, based in Ogbomosho, sets its own semester calendar. Expect first semester resumption around September or October 2026. Monitor the official LAUTECH portal for announcements.

Oyo State Technical University (TECH-U), Ibadan TECH-U publishes its own academic calendar independently. Check the TECH-U official website for the 2026/2027 session dates.

Emmanuel Alayande University of Education (EAUED) Formerly Emmanuel Alayande College of Education — now a full university. Check their official portal for 2026/2027 dates.

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What to Do Before Resumption

• New students — Confirm your admission status and complete acceptance fee and school registration before resumption
• Returning students — Clear any outstanding fees before the new term begins
• Parents — Use the long August holiday (August 3rd – September 11th) to prepare school supplies, uniforms, and stationery without the last-minute rush
• Teachers — Review your scheme of work and prepare for the new session's curriculum requirements

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How to Get the Official Oyo State School Calendar

• Visit the Oyo State Government official education portal
• Follow the Oyo State Ministry of Education on social media for circular announcements
• Request a copy from your school's administration — all schools receive the circular at the start of each session
• Bookmark this page — we update it when the full 2026/2027 calendar is officially published

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Oyo State school resuming for 2026/2027? The first term of the 2026/2027 academic session in Oyo State begins on Monday, 14th September 2026. This applies to all public and private primary and secondary schools in Oyo State.

When does Oyo State third term 2025/2026 end? Third term 2025/2026 ends on Friday 31st July 2026.

When does the long holiday start in Oyo State 2026? The long vacation starts Monday 3rd August 2026 and runs until Friday 11th September 2026 — six weeks in total.

Does the Oyo State calendar apply to private schools? Yes. The calendar applies to both public and private schools across Oyo State. Private schools are expected to comply, though some may adjust slightly with Ministry approval.

When do boarding students resume in Oyo State for 2026/2027? Boarding students are expected to resume on Sunday 13th September 2026 — the day before the official Monday 14th September resumption date.

When will the full 2026/2027 Oyo State school calendar be released? The full calendar is typically released by the Oyo State Ministry of Education towards the end of the current session — expect it around July or August 2026. This page will be updated once it's out.

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