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Scottish kids go to school full time at what age?

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AtheneNoctua · 07/02/2009 23:17

I am wondering how old a child birn in May would be when s/he goes to school full time in Scotland (I think this is P1)?

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Ceolas · 07/02/2009 23:20

They would start in the August following their 5th birthday. Usually start off mornings but progress to full time after about 6-8 weeks. It varies with the authority though.

TheCrackFox · 07/02/2009 23:20

She would start school in the August after her 5th birthday.

It usually starts at half days for a couple of weeks but really depends what local authority you live in.

Mummyfor3 · 07/02/2009 23:24

The cut off in Scotland is the 28.2./1.3., IYKWIM.
If there are any concerns, children can be assessed and can be allowed a further year until they start school.

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AtheneNoctua · 08/02/2009 08:26

Thank you.

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