The Ekiti State Ministry of Education has officially released the updated academic calendar for the 2024/2025 academic session.
The comprehensive schedule outlines term dates, mid-term breaks, and holiday periods for all public schools across the state which include both primary, secondary, and technical institutions.
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This release is in accordance with the directive from the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Bayode Ogunmola, and it is expected to guide all stakeholders with the state education sector for adequate academic planning and implementation.
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Newly revised Ekiti State official term dates and breaks
The complete breakdown of the calendar for the 2024/2025 academic year are as follows:
| First Term | Starts: Monday, 16th September 2024 Ends: Friday, 13th December 2024 Duration: 13 Weeks Mid-Term Break: Thursday, 31st October – Friday, 1st November 2024 (2 Days) Holiday: Saturday, 14th December 2024 – Sunday, 5th January 2025 (3 Weeks) |
| Second Term | Starts: Monday, 6th January 2025 Ends: Friday, 4th April 2025 Duration: 13 Weeks Mid-Term Break: Thursday, 20th February – Friday, 21st February 2025 (2 Days) Holiday: Saturday, 5th April – Sunday, 27th April 2025 (3 Weeks) |
| Third Term | Starts: Monday, 28th April 2025 Ends: Friday, 25th July 2025 Duration: 13 Weeks Mid-Term Break: Thursday, 12th June – Friday, 13th June 2025 (2 Days) Holiday: Saturday, 26th July – Sunday, 14th September 2025 (7 Weeks) |
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Important notes from the ministry all concerned stakeholders
1. Commencement of Academic Activities
Full academic activities must begin in all schools on the first day of each term. Lateness or delays in resumption are strongly discouraged.
2. Public Holidays
All national public holidays as declared by the Federal Government are to be observed accordingly.
3. Open Day Requirement
Every school must designate and observe an ‘Open Day’ to facilitate parent-teacher interaction. School heads are accepted to notify the relevant education authorities of their chosen dates.
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Who does this apply to?
The Ekiti State Updated 2024/2025 Academic Calendar is binding for:
- Public primary schools
- Government secondary schools
- Government science and technical colleges
- Government special schools
- All private schools (for synchronization)
- Education Officers, Tutors-General, Principals, and Head Teachers
The Ekiti State Ministry of Education has once again revealed its commitment to improving educational planning, transparency, and accountability through the release of this detailed academic calendar.
Schools, parents, and students are encouraged to adhere strictly to the dates and guidelines provided to ensure a productive academic year. For further updates, visit: www.ekitistate.gov.ng
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