With hope in the air the weather might be taking a turn for the better soon, thoughts are turning to the Easter break.

The first holiday of the year where there's at least a chance of some sunshine, it's a good opportuity to venture out with the family.

Here are all the dates for when Hampshire youngsters will be off school, and as Easter is not just for the children, there's a couple of bank holidays for the grown ups to enjoy this month too.

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Hampshire Easter holidays 2022

Basingstoke Gazette: When the holidays roll around, many people are still opting for staycations. Picture: PAWhen the holidays roll around, many people are still opting for staycations. Picture: PA

Easter holidays

  • Monday, April 11 to Friday, April 22

Spring term bank holidays

  • Good Friday: Friday, April 15
  • Easter Monday: Monday, April 18

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Who decides school terms and holidays?

The local education authority sets the holiday dates for the schools under its control.

If your child attends an academy or private school, dates may differ as they can set their own dates but largely match those of the other schools in the area.

The other dates which may differ from school to school are the five days used for staff development, commonly referred to as inset days, when schools are closed to pupils. This is due to schools being permitted to schedule these days to suit them.