Child Development Through School Years
Supporting your child at every educational stage
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Early Childhood
Ages 4-6
- Recognises most letters
- Counts to 20+ and identifies basic patterns
- Follows 2-3 step directions
- Begins sharing and taking turns with minimal prompting
- Uses scissors and begins writing own name
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Early Primary School
Ages 7-9
- Reads fluently with comprehension
- Masters addition/subtraction and begins multiplication
- Writes structured paragraphs
- Develops closer friendships
- Takes responsibility for simple chores and homework
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Upper Primary School
Ages 10-12
- Reads chapter books independently
- Masters multiplication/division and begins fractions
- Writes multi-paragraph essays
- Shows more independence from parents
- Develops stronger sense of right and wrong
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Lower Secondary School
Ages 12-14
- Understands complex texts and different viewpoints
- Applies abstract math concepts (algebra)
- Develops scientific inquiry and experimental skills
- Forms stronger peer relationships and identity
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Middle Secondary School
Ages 14-16
- Develops deep thinking and tackles complex problems
- Develops research skills and citation methods
- Begins exploring potential careers and university options
- Takes on leadership roles in activities and teams
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Senior Secondary School
Ages 16-18
- Connects ideas and concepts across different subjects
- Manages complex projects with minimal supervision
- Makes decisions about college and university options
- Develops greater financial and personal responsibility
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Executive Function Skills
- Ages 4-6: Follows 2-3 step directions, begins self-control, basic task completion
- Ages 7-9: Organises materials, plans simple projects, longer attention span (15-20 minutes)
- Ages 10-14: Manages time for homework, prioritises tasks, uses calendars/planners
- Ages 15-18: Self-monitors learning, plans long-term projects, develops effective study strategies
