England
A breakdown of school stages, from early years to sixth form.
Explore Reception, primary and secondary school, national curriculum stages and different types of school.
Explore schools in EnglandFour nations.
A world of school experiences.
Schools across the UK share a purpose: helping children learn, belong and find their way. The names, stages and arrangements differ. Start with the nation that matters to your family.
Scotland
Information on the Curriculum for Excellence and school stages.
Understand P1–P7, the move to secondary school and a curriculum built around broad learning and skills.
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Guidance on the Curriculum for Wales and school stages.
Find out about learning across six areas, progression, Welsh-medium education and support for pupils.
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An overview of the curriculum and school stages in Northern Ireland.
Get to know primary and post-primary stages, curriculum opportunities and the choices families may encounter.
Explore schools in Northern IrelandNot sure which stage comes next?
Our stage finder explains the usual phase for an age and nation, with notes where the boundaries overlap.
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