A Consistent Structure for Confident Learning

Apricot Learning follows a clear academic calendar that gives students, families, and partner schools structure and stability throughout the year. Our online provision runs in line with most local authority term dates, with live lessons continuing through each term and regular communication to support every learner's progress.

If you're a parent, carer, school, or local authority looking to align timetables or plan a referral, you can contact our team for advice on start dates or flexible enrolment options.

Academic Year 2025–2026

Autumn Term

Tuesday 2nd September 2025 –
Friday 18th December 2025

  • Half Term Break
  • Monday 27th October –
    Friday 31st October

  • Christmas Break
  • Monday 22nd December –
    Monday 5th January

    Spring Term

    Tuesday 6th January 2026 –
    Friday 27th March 2026

  • Half Term Break
  • Monday 16th February –
    Friday 20th February

  • Easter Break
  • Monday 30th March –
    Monday 13th April

    Summer Term

    Tuesday 14th April 2026 –
    Friday 17th July 2026

  • Bank Holidays
  • Monday May 4th

  • Half Term Break
  • Monday 25th May –
    Friday 29th May

    Flexible Start Dates

    As many students join Apricot Learning following referrals or placement changes, we offer flexible start dates throughout the academic year. Our admissions and operations teams work closely with schools and local authorities to ensure every young person can begin learning as soon as possible.

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    Thank you so much for your kindness and patience. Watching him grow in his confidence is something that I have loved to watch. You have helped to shape his journey. This has honestly been one of the hardest battles I have ever had to go through. You have made it so much easier for us. I wish you all the best and we send lots of love!

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    I really appreciate you helping bring that enjoyment and enthusiasm back for learning and making the lessons work for my health! Now I can say I have overcome all of the challenges and completed my English exams.

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    Thank you so much for all the help you've given me and for helping me revise for these exams! You have been an amazing teacher and I'm so grateful for how you made the lessons suit my learning style.

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    I was happy once of the stories fit something for the exam! Hopefully it will get me good marks.

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    Thank you so much for the tip about the four highlighters, as this really helped me with both papers.

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    Thanks again for your support – I hope that you're able to help other struggling students, just as much as you've helped me.

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    I couldn't have gotten the results I did without you. I've managed to move on to the next stage of my education, and I have you to thank for it.

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    After the hellish 4 years we've been through, the fact that she managed to sit any exams is a miracle. The teaching she had from you at Apricot got her over the finishing line.

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    We are delighted as Sam got mostly all 5s and 6s for his GCSEs. Thank you for all your help and support!

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    Gina is thrilled she passed English Language with a 5 and Combined Science with a 44. She enjoyed her lessons and how supportive everyone was.

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    That lesson was absolutely lovely – Mara said if all learning was with someone like you, she'd be able to do more.

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    I can't thank you enough for all the help and genuine care you have given Hannah this year. You gave her the best possible positive return to school lessons and restored her trust in teachers.

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    After the lesson today with you, Hannah is so much happier. Thank you so much!

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    Leia is absolutely smashing college with 100% attendance and has tentatively made a friend too! We are still so grateful to Apricot for holding her through the storm and getting her the GCSEs she needed.

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    Sarah refused to speak at first due to high anxiety, but now she logs in independently and has the confidence to do the whole lesson without my input. You have made such a difference.

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    This is a massive thank you from me. Paul has not spoken to anyone outside of the home in the last three years, but you made him feel so comfortable that he was ready to get going.

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    Julie got a 4 for her English resit and used all the "wow words" you taught her. She's happy and doing well at college - thanks for all you did for us!

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    I haven't seen Riley that engaged for well over 5 years! He seems to be particularly enjoying Psychology – thank you for making it a comfortable space for him.

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    He is really enjoying your lessons and it's so lovely to see him able to take part and feel proud of himself.

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    Your lessons are helping Ian so much and giving him the chance to know that he can do it. He has shown an interest in attending school again – this is a huge step.

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    He is gaining so much confidence and always feels great about himself after your lessons. You have such a lovely way about you and the way you teach.

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    Danny has been through quite an ordeal but is becoming so confident in his learning after missing so much school. Each and every one of you are helping him and making his life that little bit easier.

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    Thank you for being exactly the teacher Michael needs.

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    You're amazing! Always making me chuckle in the mornings and it brightens the day.

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    Lucas wouldn't engage with LEA tutors at all, but Apricot teachers included things he was interested in and the lessons were so successful at engaging him. He's now enjoying learning and likes his teachers – it's a win-win!

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    Jon has become a different child since working with Apricot after three previous AP's didn't work. I'm also extremely impressed with the learning platform – a massive thank you!

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