Academic Calendar
In Malaysia, the school-year calendar is set nationally. Exact dates for SMK Banting may vary by region.
Most Malaysia schools operate on a March – December (since 2023) calendar.
Exact calendar: confirm with the school directly.
Typical Malaysia Academic Year
Approximate windows — dates vary by school. Confirm with SMK Banting directly.
Start of academic year
Mar
Penggal 1 (Term 1)
Mar – May
Penggal 2 (Term 2)
Jun – Aug
Penggal 3 (Term 3)
Sep – Dec
Malaysia shifted to a March–December calendar in 2023. Some states follow Islamic calendar holidays.
Typical Holidays & Breaks
Most Malaysia schools observe these breaks.
Cuti Pertengahan Penggal 1Mid Apr (~1 week)
Cuti Penggal 1Late May – early Jun (~2 weeks)
Cuti Pertengahan Penggal 2Mid Jul (~1 week)
Cuti Penggal 2Late Aug – early Sep (~2 weeks)
Cuti Pertengahan Penggal 3Mid Oct (~1 week)
Cuti Akhir TahunMid Dec – late Feb (~10 weeks)
Why We Don't Show Exact Dates
Calendars vary between schools and may differ even within the same region. For the authoritative calendar of SMK Banting, check the school's website.