Understand the basics of the National Curriculum in England and the choices your child will face at GCSE.
- The National Curriculum and Key Stages in England
State schools in England must teach a range of subjects according to targets set by the National Curriculum. This was established in 1989 to ensure the... - What is the Early Years Foundation Stage?
The Early Years Foundation Stage is a framework for children up to the age of five, setting out six key areas of learning around which activities should... - Subjects taught in schools in England
At primary school your child will learn about a wide range of subjects as well as Literacy and Maths, which are currently compulsory. - How Literacy and Maths are taught
Learning to read, write and spell, together with general speaking and listening skills, are called Literacy at primary school. Learning about numbers is... - Supporting your child's sex education
Sex and Relationships Education (SRE) is taught as part of Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) under the National Curriculum. - Your child's progress and formal assessments
It’s natural to wonder how your child is doing at school, and you’re entitled to information about their progress. - Ability grouping at secondary school
Ability grouping means children are taught in groups according to their ability - as opposed to mixed-ability grouping, where children of widely-ranging... - Choosing subjects for GCSE
During Year 9 (ages 13-14) your child will choose which subjects to study at Key Stage 4 (Years 10 to 11, ages 14-16). These will be the subjects they... - Diplomas
Diplomas are a new qualification for 14-19 year olds in England, although many students take them up at 16. They’ve been introduced to provide more options... - AS and A levels
AS and A levels are the traditional qualifications offered by schools and colleges for 16-19 year olds. They’re highly valued by universities and employers... - GCSE results day
In past years, most GCSE results have come out on the last Thursday in August. But this year the date has changed - and they will be available on Tuesday... - A/AS-level results day
A and AS-level results day is Thursday August 19 2010. Exam results are sent to schools and colleges, and your son or daughter will collect an envelope...
