Portugal back-to-school season: calendars, deals, and transitions

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As the new academic year approaches, various updates regarding the back-to-school season in Portugal have emerged, covering logistics, shopping, and psychological transitions.

The official school calendar for the 2026/2027 academic year indicates that pre-school and basic education students will return between September 11 and 15, 2026. However, scientific-humanistic secondary school students are scheduled to start later, on September 21, 2026.

Retailers and shopping centers are launching various promotions. GlobalData is offering several tech gadgets, such as mechanical keyboards and headsets, for under 25 euros. Additionally, shopping centers NorteShopping and Colombo, in partnership with Legami, are running a contest where a purchase of at least 25 euros at note! can win a stationery kit valued at 200 euros.

Beyond logistics and commerce, the transition back to routine is also being viewed through a psychological lens, noting the common sense of unease many feel when returning to work or study after summer holidays.