2024 – 2025 school year schedule in Moldova, including holidays, and exam dates

school year schedule

The Ministry of Education of the Republic of Moldova has released the approved School Year Schedule for primary, secondary, and high school education for the 2024/2025 academic year. According to the official schedule, classes will start on September 1, 2024 (Sunday), and will end on May 31, 2025 (Saturday). Students will have four vacation periods, with two of these breaks extended.

The 2024/2025 academic year will run from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025, structured as follows:

  • First Semester: September 1 – December 24, 2024
  • Second Semester: January 9 – May 31, 2025

For 9th and 12th-grade students, the academic year will conclude on May 23, 2025.

Throughout the school year, students will enjoy four vacations, with two longer breaks:

  • Autumn Break: October 28 – November 3, 2024
  • Winter Break: December 25, 2024 – January 8, 2025
  • Spring Break: March 3 – March 9, 2025
  • Easter Break: April 19 – April 28, 2025

Semester exams for high school students will be held:

  • Winter Session: December 9-20, 2024
  • Summer Session: May 12-23, 2025

The examination periods are set as follows:

  • Primary School Graduation (4th grade): May 13-22, 2025
  • Secondary School Graduation (9th grade): June 2-12, 2025
  • High School Graduation (12th grade): June 3-20, 2025

Additionally, teachers are encouraged to organize interdisciplinary activities (for primary classes) during the following periods:

  • First Semester: December 23-24, 2024 (one day at the teacher’s discretion)
  • Second Semester: April 16-18, 2025 (one day at the teacher’s discretion)
  • May 26-30, 2025 (five days at the teacher’s discretion)

Interdisciplinary activities include out-of-school activities such as excursions, educational performances, and experiential learning.

img-6
TopTalent Team
Author: TopTalent Team

Tags:
How to Choose the Right Entertainers for a Children’s Party

How to Choose the Right Entertainers for a Children’s Party

When it comes to organizing a children's party, choosing the right entertainers can turn the event into an unforgettable experience for the little ones. Children's entertainers are professionals who bring magic and fun with them, and in Chișinău, the options are quite...

What to Buy for a Future First Grader

What to Buy for a Future First Grader

Preparing for school is a crucial step for every family. It's important to ensure that a future first grader has everything they need well in advance so that their studies can start off successfully. Below is a complete list of items that a child will need in the...

School Fairs in Chișinău: Preparing for the New School Year

School Fairs in Chișinău: Preparing for the New School Year

The Chișinău City Hall announces that from August 10 to September 10, 2024, residents of the capital will be able to prepare for the new school year by visiting school fairs. These fairs will feature school supplies, clothing, backpacks, and other essential items for...