In the UK, education is compulsory for all children between the ages of 5 (4 in Northern Ireland) and 16.
In addition, the National Curriculum in England and Wales is constructed in five Key Stages:
1. Early years (under 5 year olds)
- Key Stage 1 - Foundation year and Years 1 to 2 - for pupils aged between 5 and 7 years old
- Key Stage 2 - Years 3 to 6 - for pupils aged between 8 and 11 years old
- Key Stage 3 - Years 7 to 9 - for pupils aged between 12 and 14 years old
- Key Stage 4 - Years 10 to 11 - for pupils aged between 15 and 16 years old
- Key Stage 5 - Years 12 to 13 - for pupils aged between 17 and 18 years old
For more information and guidance on topics related to schools, education and learning, please explore the sections below:
Choice of education
Applying for a school place:
School Admissions
School performance
School terms and holiday dates
Breakfast and after school clubs
Holiday clubs and playschemes
Tax-Free Childcare
Kensington and Chelsea libraries
Resources to support
children's learning at home
School SEND Policies
and information reports
Delaying admission of
summer born children to reception
A location map of the local estate schools can be found below:
