International Education Systems

Age & Year Group Equivalency

This table outlines the minimum accepted age for entry into each year group. The student must reach the specified age on or before 31st August of the academic year of entry.
Minimum Age (as of 31 Aug)
Year Group (UK System)
Educational Stage
3
Pre-school
Early Years Foundation
4
Reception
Early Years Foundation
5
Year 1
Key Stage 1
6
Year 2
Key Stage 1
7
Year 3
Key Stage 2
8
Year 4
Key Stage 2
9
Year 5
Key Stage 2
10
Year 6
Key Stage 2
11
Year 7
Key Stage 3
12
Year 8
Key Stage 3
13
Year 9
Key Stage 3
14
Year 10
Key Stage 4 (GCSE)
15
Year 11
Key Stage 4 (GCSE)
16
Year 12
Key Stage 5 (A-Level)
17
Year 13
Key Stage 5 (A-Level)