Hungary school calendar: 10-day autumn break poses childcare challenges

The 2026/2027 academic year in Hungary includes an autumn break lasting ten consecutive days, from October 23 to November 1, 2026. This period includes weekends and a public holiday. Other scheduled breaks for the academic year include a 16-day winter break from December 19, 2026, to January 3, 2027, and an 11-day spring break from March 25 to April 4, 2027.

While students receive these breaks, working parents face challenges regarding childcare. Options such as autumn camps or paid childcare services can be expensive, with five-day camps potentially costing between tens of thousands and up to 100,000 HUF per child.

To manage these costs and logistics, families are encouraged to coordinate with one another, seek information on combined school supervision, or look for discounted programs offered by local municipalities and cultural centers. Other solutions include relying on grandparents or utilizing remote work arrangements if permitted by employers.