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education system in the uk

Education system in the uk
In this text you will find general information on the education system in the UK. As there are separate education systems in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the actual ages etc. might vary a little.
Compulsory schooling begins at the age of five. Pupils first attend primary school, which lasts for six years. Often primary school in the UK is divided into infant school (the first two years) and junior school (the following 4 years).

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References:

http://www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk/choosing-a-school/the-british-system
http://www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk/international/transitions/from-american-schools-to-british