Your complete guide to the Universal School academic year — all key dates, term structures, holidays, OSSD intakes, special events, and traditions for 2025–2026 in one place.
Grade 12 · Cap and gown · Families and community welcome
Graduation
TBC
Date
Last Day of School · Final Reports
Academic year concludes · Final report cards distributed
Year End
Holiday Closures
School Holidays & Breaks
Universal School observes Lebanese national holidays, religious holidays, and scheduled school breaks. All closures are reflected in the monthly calendar above.
National & Religious Holidays
Lebanese national calendar · School closed
Lebanese Independence Day
November 22, 2025
Christmas Day
December 25, 2025
New Year's Day
January 1, 2026
Easter Holiday
April 2026 · Dates TBC
Other Lebanese National Holidays
As per Lebanese calendar
Religious Holidays (Eid & Other)
Per Lebanese school calendar
School Breaks & PD Days
Scheduled breaks · Professional development
Fall Break
October 2025 · Dates TBC
Winter Break
December 2025 – January 2026
Spring Break
April 2026 · Dates TBC
Summer Break
June 2026 – September 2026
Professional Development Day
October 2025 · Dates TBC
Professional Development Day
February 2026 · Dates TBC
Canadian Gateway Pathway
OSSD Programme Calendar
The Ontario Secondary School Diploma programme at Universal School runs on three annual intakes — giving students flexibility to begin their Canadian pathway at the start of any term.
Three Annual Intakes with Rosedale International Education
In partnership with Rosedale International Education, Universal School delivers OSSD courses in three 60-hour, three-month cycles per year — allowing students to earn their Canadian credential alongside their Lebanese studies at a pace that works for their academic pathway.
01
First Intake
September Intake
September 2025 · Dates to be confirmed
02
Second Intake
January Intake
January 2026 · Dates to be confirmed
03
Third Intake
April Intake
April 2026 · Dates to be confirmed
OSSD course assessments are ongoing within each cycle. Exact intake dates and course schedules are confirmed at enrolment and communicated via the K12NET parent portal.
Course Duration3 months per course (60 hours)
Annual Intakes3 intake windows per year
Assessment ModelOngoing within course cycle
Partner InstitutionRosedale International Education
Result SubmissionSubmitted to Rosedale upon completion
Annual Traditions
Special Events & School Traditions
These recurring events and annual traditions are the cultural heartbeat of Universal School — moments every student and family looks forward to, year after year.
Back to School Night
September
Parent information evening — meet teachers, learn about the year ahead, and connect with the school community
Halloween Celebration
October
School-wide celebration with costumes, activities, and community spirit — a beloved annual highlight
Winter Concert
December
Music performances and festive celebrations to close Term 1 — one of the most joyful evenings of the school year
Science Fair
March
Annual student science exhibition — inventions, experiments, and discoveries presented to families and judges
Entrepreneurship Showcase
May
Student business pitches and demo day — the culmination of the entrepreneurship curriculum, open to families and mentors
Spring Arts Festival
May
The year's biggest creative celebration — artwork, music, drama, dance, and digital portfolios from every grade
Sports Day
June
Annual school sports competition — field events, team sports, and house competitions bringing the whole school together
Graduation Ceremony
June
The school year's most meaningful moment — Grade 12 students receive their diplomas surrounded by family, faculty, and the whole school community
Policies & Procedures
Attendance, Updates
& PD Days
Important policies every family should know — attendance requirements, how we communicate calendar changes, and what happens when school closes unexpectedly.
Professional Development Days
No school for students
PD Day 1 — October 2025 (date TBC)
PD Day 2 — February 2026 (date TBC)
Additional PD days announced via K12NET
Teachers participate in professional development to enhance teaching practice and curriculum alignment.
Attendance Requirements
Minimum attendance for academic credit
Minimum attendance required for academic credit and promotion
Notify the school in advance for planned extended absences
Request homework and assignments before extended travel
Attendance records visible on K12NET parent portal
Families planning extended absences should contact the main office to understand academic impact before confirming travel plans.
Calendar Updates
Emergency closures & changes
Emergency closures announced via K12NET, WhatsApp, and SMS
Calendar updates posted on website and parent portal
Make-up days built into calendar flexibility
Set reminder notifications via K12NET portal
Snow days and emergency closures include built-in calendar flexibility. Make-up day policy is communicated to families if needed.
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A well-planned school year is the foundation of everything we do. When families know what is coming — every celebration, every assessment, every tradition — they can walk alongside their children with confidence and joy throughout the entire year.
— Universal School Leadership · Aramoun Campus · Academic Year 2025–2026
Academic Calendar 2025–2026 · Universal School · Since 1958
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