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Moldova and Romania announce 2026 autumn school holidays
Students in Moldova and Romania will begin their autumn break on Saturday, October 24, 2026, according to official school year calendars approved by their respective Ministries of Education.
In Moldova, the break lasts nine days, including two weekends, and concludes on November 1. Students are scheduled to return to classes on Monday, November 2. The 2026-2027 academic year in Moldova is structured into two semesters, with the second semester beginning on January 11, 2027.
In Romania, the autumn holiday also spans from October 24 to November 1, with classes resuming on November 2. The Romanian academic calendar for 2026-2027 is organized into five modules separated by various breaks, including winter, spring, and Easter holidays. While some spring break dates may vary by county, the autumn break dates are consistent nationwide.
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Ministry of Education and Research · Ministry of Education and Research of the Republic of Moldova · Ministry of Education of Romania · Moldova · Romania