Acorn School
Other independent special school · Special · Ages 8–16 · 42 pupils · Winkleigh, Winkleigh
The council’s dates, for reference
Acorn School sets its own term dates. These are Devon’s, shown for reference only — check with the school before you book.
Term dates 2026 / 27
Checked 31 August 2026Term
Autumn term
Thursday, 3 September 2026 to Friday, 18 December 2026
107 days
Half term
October half term
Monday, 26 October 2026 to Friday, 30 October 2026
5 days
Holiday
Christmas holiday
Saturday, 19 December 2026 to Sunday, 3 January 2027
16 days
Term
Spring term
Monday, 4 January 2027 to Thursday, 25 March 2027
81 days
Half term
February half term
Monday, 15 February 2027 to Friday, 19 February 2027
5 days
Holiday
Easter holiday
Friday, 26 March 2027 to Sunday, 11 April 2027
17 days
Term
Summer term
Monday, 12 April 2027 to Tuesday, 27 July 2027
107 days
Half term
May half term
Monday, 31 May 2027 to Friday, 4 June 2027
5 days
Holiday
Summer holiday
Wednesday, 28 July 2027 to Tuesday, 31 August 2027
35 days
Next up: October half term, 26 October 2026.
Published through to 2027/28.
Read from devon.gov.uk/support-schools-settings/administration-and-finan. This school may differ — check with them before booking.
About Acorn School
Acorn School is a Special school for ages 8 to 16 in Winkleigh, Devon, with 42 pupils.
TypeOther independent special school
PhaseSpecial
CouncilDevon
Pupils42 of 42 places
AdmitsMixed
Opened6 January 2009
URN135773
From Get Information about Schools, as at 31 August 2026.
Nearby schools
Children at more than one school? These are the closest.
Winkleigh Primary School
0.8 mi · Primary
Dolton Church of England Primary School
4 mi · Primary
Chulmleigh Community College
5.1 mi · Secondary
Chulmleigh Primary School
5.2 mi · Primary
Where it is
Seckington CrossWinkleigh
Winkleigh
Devon
EX19 8EY
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