Admission outside of the normal age group

Introduction

Decisions regarding in which year group to place a child are very important. As a general rule, it is recommended that children are placed in the chronological year group which reflects their age and supported to engage with the learning within that placement.

All decisions around deceleration should be made with great care and with the understanding of all concerned parties of the possible impact of deceleration, which may differ in the UK from what happens in other countries.

For more information about school admissions, including the Hampshire County Council guidance on admission of children outside their normal age group, see the Admissions guidance.

Considerations for learners of EAL

EMTAS has produced a Position Statement that explores in detail the impact of deceleration on learners of EAL. Access the Position Statement via our open access Guidance Library on Moodle.

Further resources

Information for parents about decelerated admission into Year R