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Table of Education Years and Stages in England

Early Years Foundation Stage EYFS

Varied pre-school provision e.g. nurseries, preschools, daycare, childminders
School Reception Year Age 4 to 5 years of age

If a child turns 4 on or by 31st August, they start Reception in that September. The compulsory school age is 5 and when a child reaches that age, they would normally start school at the start of the term following the birthday.

Key Stage One — KS1

Year One Age 5 to 6 years of age
Year Two Age 6 to 7 years of age

Key Stage Two — KS2

Year Three Age 7 to 8 years of age
Year Four Age 8 to 9 years of age
Year Five Age 9 to 10 years of age
Year Six Age 10 to 11 years of age