Key dates

There's a range of important dates students, schools, parents and teachers need to know about. Find the dates for the HSC exams and when results will be released, NAPLAN tests and other important dates in the school calendar.

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NSW public school holidays

NSW Department of Education sets the term and school holiday dates for all NSW public schools. Non-government school holidays can be found on your school's website.

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NAPLAN key dates

The NAPLAN tests take place every year for all students in Years 3, 5 and 9. Find out when the tests take place and when schools will be preparing for NAPLAN.

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Key dates for the HSC

Find the general key dates for the 2024 HSC, and find the specific dates for written, oral and practical exams.

HSC key dates

There's important dates schools and students need to know for the 2024 HSC. Find the dates for exam periods, submissions for Schools Online and when results are released to students.

HSC written exam timetable

The written exam timetable outlines when students will complete the written exams for the HSC. This timetable will be available on Friday 3 May 2024.

HSC languages oral exam timetable

The languages oral exam timetable lists when students will complete oral exams for the HSC. This timetable will be available on Monday 29 April 2024.

HSC practical exams

This exam timetable is for students completing practical or performance exams in the HSC. Learn when these exams are taking place in 2024.