North Cyprus schools set staggered start for 2026-27 year

Primary schools in North Cyprus are due to begin the 2026-27 academic year on Monday, 14 September, while general secondary and vocational schools will open on Tuesday, 15 September, according to the Education Ministry calendar reported by Yeniduzen.

The ministry estimates that about 59,000 students will attend 196 schools across the country during the new school year. Around 6,500 teachers are expected to work in public and private schools.

Primary education accounts for an estimated 28,000 pupils in 132 schools. General secondary schools are expected to enrol about 25,600 students in 50 schools, while vocational and technical schools will have roughly 4,200 students across 14 schools. A further 900 students are expected at the Taner Akcan Apprenticeship and Adult Education Centre.

For primary schools, the first term is scheduled to end on 29 January 2027, with the second term beginning on 16 February. The academic year is set to finish on 14 June.

Secondary and vocational schools are also scheduled to end their first term on 29 January and resume on 16 February, but their school year is due to conclude on 11 June.

The College Entrance Examination stages, KGS-1 and KGS-2, are scheduled for 30 January and 5 June 2027. The Anatolian and Science High School Placement Examination is planned for 19 June 2027.