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Key Stage 3

In England, Years 7 to 9 (ages 11 to 14). In Northern Ireland, Years 8 to 10.

Also called
KS3
Used in
England, Northern Ireland
Topic
Curriculum

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Key Stage 2 (KS2) England Northern Ireland
In England, Years 3 to 6 (ages 7 to 11), ending with the KS2 national curriculum tests. In Northern Ireland, Primary 5 to 7.
Key Stage 4 (KS4) England Northern Ireland
In England, Years 10 and 11 (ages 14 to 16), when most pupils study for GCSEs. In Northern Ireland, Years 11 and 12.

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