Ages & Year Groups
Quick reference guide to year groups, ages, and curriculum phases
Primary Entry Points
Reception (Age 4-5)
Early Years entry
Year 3 (Age 7-8)
Upper Primary entry
Year 7 (Age 11-12)
Secondary entry - boarding available
Year 12 (Age 16-17)
Sixth Form entry
Complete Year Group Reference
| Year Group | Age | Key Stage |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery | 3-4 | EYFS |
| Reception | 4-5 | EYFS |
| Year 1 | 5-6 | KS1 |
| Year 2 | 6-7 | KS1 |
| Year 3 | 7-8 | KS2 |
| Year 4 | 8-9 | KS2 |
| Year 5 | 9-10 | KS2 |
| Year 6 | 10-11 | KS2 |
| Year 7 | 11-12 | KS3 |
| Year 8 | 12-13 | KS3 |
| Year 9 | 13-14 | KS3 |
| Year 10 | 14-15 | KS4 |
| Year 11 | 15-16 | KS4 |
| Year 12 | 16-17 | Post-16 |
| Year 13 | 17-18 | Post-16 |
Curriculum Phases
Early Years (Ages 3-5)
Play-based learning with introduction to literacy and numeracy. Focus on personal, social, and emotional development.
Primary (Ages 5-11)
Breadth of study across all subjects. Building strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking.
Secondary (Ages 11-16)
Subject specialization begins in Year 7. GCSE focus in Years 10-11 across 8-10 subjects with strong STEM offering.
Sixth Form (Ages 16-18)
Advanced A-Level study in 3-4 subjects of choice. University preparation with strong track record of top university admissions.
Academic Structure
Academic Calendar
- September to June academic year
- Three main terms
- Half-term breaks (exeats)
- August 31st birthday cutoff
Key Qualifications
- GCSEs in Years 10-11
- A-Levels in Years 12-13
- Recognized globally
- University pathway support
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