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An infant school forms part of the local pattern of provision for Primary Education . In England infant schools cater for pupils aged 4 to 5 in a reception class (equivalent to an American Kindergarten ). Pupils then transfer to Year 1 in the September following their fifth birthday, and to Year 2 the following year. These two years form Key Stage 1 in the English Education System . At the end of this time, most pupils will move to a linked Junior School , although some may move to a through Primary School .

The introduction of the and Wales are limited to no more than 30 children per school teacher.

In some areas of England, provision of education at this age is made in First School s catering for pupils aged up to 8 or 9.


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