In South Africa, Term 1 of the school year typically runs from early January to late March or early April, depending on the province and school calendar. Term 1 closing marks the end of the first academic term, giving learners and teachers a short holiday before Term 2 begins. For most public schools, Term 1 usually closes around late March, immediately before the Easter weekend if it falls in that period. This closing day is often used for final assessments, report writing, and school administrative wrap-up.
For exact dates, the Gauteng Department of Education publishes an annual school calendar specifying the official Term 1 closing date.