Jumeirah College

The National Curriculum for England
The National Curriculum for England, taught by UK qualified and experienced teachers, is based on a rich and varied curriculum that provides ample opportunities for students to release their potential. The broad and structured framework outlines expected levels of achievement for the duration of a student's education and provides a regular programme of student assessment and evaluation, ensuring that students work towards their potential and achieve age appropriate levels. Held in high regard around the world, The National Curriculum for England is divided into Key Stages.

Key Stages of The National Curriculum for England

	Age on entry	National Curriculum for England Year Group
Foundation Stage	3 years	Foundation Stage 1 (Nursery)
Foundation Stage	4 years	Foundation Stage 2 (Reception)
Key Stage 1	5 years	Year 1
Key Stage 1	6 years	Year 2
Key Stage 2	7 years	Year 3
	8 years	Year 4
	9 years	Year 5
	10 years	Year 6
Key Stage 3	11 years	Year 7
	12 years	Year 8
	13 years	Year 9
Key Stage 4	14 years	Year 10
Key Stage 4	15 years	Year 11
Sixth Form	16 years	Year 12
Sixth Form	17 years	Year 13

Students at Jumeirah College participate in The National Assessment Tests of England. These assessment tests are taken at the end of Key Stage 1 (Year 2) and at the end of Key Stage 2 (Year 6) and also at the end of Key Stage 3 (Year 9). Students then follow on to GCSE (General Secondary Certificate of Education) courses, which are taken in Year 11 and on to A levels, which are taken in Year 13.