QCA keeps the national curriculum for England under review and leads on its development. We set the standards for children’s learning from the age of 3 to 14.
From 3 to 5, children experience the foundation stage.
From 5 to 14 they move through primary school and into the first
years of secondary education. The national curriculum ensures that
learning is progressive and measurable. QCA’s role in maintaining
standards and developing the curriculum and assessment ensures that
these important years develop childrens’ abilities and talents and give
them the skills for life-long learning.