Stages of learning

Early years foundation stage

The early years foundation stage (EYFS) sets the standards that all providers must meet to make sure children to learn and develop well and stay healthy and safe.

P Levels

P levels (1-3) are the same in all subjects, because they are measuring a basic response to a stimulus. P levels 4-8 are more specific, measuring how the pupil acquires skills and knowledge in each subject area. These pages contain lists of the basic requirements for P levels 4-8, and look at how they are affected by the main areas of disability. Follow the links to see how each impairment affects the achievement of P levels and for some ideas to help your pupils.

• P Level 4
• P Level 5
• P Level 6
• P Level 7
• P Level 8

Key stages

The National Curriculum operates in all maintained, mainstream schools up to and including key stage 4. An appropriate version of the curriculum is used in maintained special schools.

• Key stage 1 (KS1) covers years 1-2, children aged 5-7 years
• Key stage 2 (KS2) covers years 3-6, children aged 8-11 years
• Key stage 3 (KS3) covers years 7-9, children aged 12-14 years