Lahore: The Punjab School Education Department has finalized the summer vacation schedule for school students in 2025.
According to reports from private TV channels, summer holidays will be held in schools from June 1 to August 9, 2025. However, if the heat intensity increases abnormally, the vacations can be given a week earlier.
The reports state that, according to the Secretary of Schools Education, this decision has been taken keeping in mind the health of students, teachers, and parents, as extreme heat can have a negative impact on the educational activities of children.
Punjab Schools Summer Vacations Schedule Update 2025:
| Event | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Start Date | June 1, 2025 (Sunday) | Official dates pending confirmation. |
| Possible Early Start | May 25, 2025 (Sunday) | If extreme heatwave arrives earlier. |
| Expected End Date | August 9, 2025 (Saturday) | Total duration: 10 weeks. |
| Official Notification | Awaiting release | Punjab School Education Dept. to issue formal notice. |
Formal notification not yet issued:
It should be noted that the Punjab government has not issued a formal notification yet, but the department has initially confirmed the dates.
On the other hand, the education departments of Punjab, as well as other provinces, are also considering summer vacations, and their announcement is expected soon.
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Last year, the Punjab School Education Department announced the annual summer vacation schedule for the province. According to the announcement, summer vacations for schools across Punjab started on June 1 and ended on August 14.
According to the estimates of meteorologists, this year’s heat wave may be more intense than usual, in view of which the education department has adopted a flexible policy and has the option to change the holidays according to the situation.
Parents and students have been requested to wait for the official notification issued by the education department to avoid any kind of disruption.
General system of summer holidays in Pakistan:
Summer holidays in schools in Pakistan are a long break that usually lasts from early June to early or mid-August.
The main purpose of these holidays is to escape the intensity of the hot weather and provide an opportunity for students and teachers to rest. These holidays are considered an important break from academic activities.
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The schedule of summer holidays may vary slightly in different provinces, but they usually last for two to two and a half months.
During this time, students spend time with their families, participate in recreational activities, and often learn different skills or focus on their hobbies.
Impacts of Climate Change:
It should be remembered that the impact of climate change is being felt everywhere on a global scale, and Pakistan is not immune to these threats. Global warming has not only disrupted weather patterns but has also seen an increase in natural disasters.
According to research, Pakistan is among the countries where the effects of climate change could potentially prove to be the most devastating.
