Punjab School Public Holidays Extended October 2025. In the province of Punjab (Pakistan), the Government announced a major change to the usual school holiday schedule in October 2025. Rather than having a standard “autumn/fall break”, all public and private schools will remain open during the previously-planned holiday period.
Officials explained that this change is because the summer vacation had been extended earlier (due to floods and related disruptions) and thus the autumn break is being cancelled to keep the academic calendar on track.
What the Official Notification Says
According to the official directive:
- The annual fall/autumn break for schools in Punjab (which might have started around 17 October) has been cancelled for 2025.
- All public and private schools in the province will remain open during that time.
- Schools are also instructed to adopt new winter-season timings, effective from 20 October 2025.
This means students and teachers will not get the “autumn holiday” they might have expected; instead they will attend school normally.
New School Timings & Working Days
Here are the key adjustments to schedule:
| Change | Details |
|---|---|
| Autumn break cancelled | No fall break for the period originally planned around mid-to-late October. |
| Schools remain open | Public & private schools to be open and conduct normal classes. |
| Winter-term schedule starts | From 20 October 2025, new timings for winter season applied. |
| Example timing | For double-shift boys’ schools: 1st shift 8:45 am-12:45 pm (Mon-Thu); 1st shift Fri ending 12:30 pm. |
What This Means for Students, Parents & Schools
For Students
- Expect no autumn break during October as you might normally.
- Schooling continues without interruption — stay prepared for regular homework and classes.
- Use the consistent schedule to catch up or strengthen learning without the break gap.
For Parents/Guardians
- Adjust transport plans, supervision, or day-care expectations around the fact that school will be open.
- Check with your child’s school for any additional instructions (e.g., new timing, shifts).
- Use the time that would have been holiday to support learning or enrichment.
For Schools & Teachers
- Must ensure readiness to continue proper instruction during what might have been holiday period.
- Update all stakeholders (students, parents, staff) about the new schedule and timings.
- Monitor any impact on morale (students expecting break) or adjustments to calendar/plans.
For Administrators & Policymakers
- The decision helps keep the academic calendar aligned after disruptions (e.g., floods).
- It may raise questions about the absence of a break — schools may need to ensure student welfare is addressed.
- Communication and transparency are key to avoid confusion or dissatisfaction.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Why was the autumn break cancelled?
A: Because summer vacation had been extended earlier due to floods and disruptions, the authorities opted to cancel the fall break to keep the academic calendar on schedule.
Q2. Are all schools affected (public and private)?
Yes — the directive covers both public and private schools across Punjab.
Q3. When do the new timings start?
From 20 October 2025, new winter-term school timings will be implemented.
Q4. Was there any holiday still given instead?
No, the directive states the autumn break is cancelled, not replaced by a holiday. Schools remain open.
Q5. What about winter break or other holidays later?
The notification doesn’t eliminate all future breaks; winter break may still occur according to annual schedule, as per official holiday list.
Key Things to Watch & Prepare
- Check your school’s specific shift-timing, especially if your child attends double-shift or special schedule classes.
- Stay updated via your school’s website, notices or Parent-Teacher alerts — sometimes changes could vary locally.
- Encourage your teen or child to use the continuity of classes to build steady habits instead of breaking momentum.
- For any leave planned during what would have been holiday, clarify with the school about attendance policy.
- Keep an eye on official announcements in case of emergency closures (weather, smog, security) despite the cancellation of autumn break.
Conclusion
In October 2025 the Punjab Government made a notable change: the usual autumn/fall school holiday is cancelled and schools will remain open during that period. New winter-timings take effect from 20 October 2025. Students, parents, and educators should prepare accordingly and adjust plans.
