Primary National Curriculum
What is the Primary National Curriculum?
The primary national curriculum in the UK is a framework that outlines the subjects and content to be taught to children aged 5 to 11 in state schools. It aims to provide a balanced and broadly based education, promoting the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental, and physical development of pupils. Additionally, it prepares children for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of later life.
The curriculum is divided into Key Stages:
- Key Stage 1 (KS1): Covers ages 5-7 (Years 1 and 2).
- Key Stage 2 (KS2): Covers ages 7-11 (Years 3 to 6).
Each Key Stage has specific educational goals and subject requirements.
Below are examples of support for parents and carers to understand the National Curriculum.
