AGE PLACEMENT
SCHOOL ADMISSION AGES
Grade Level Placement
The Academy places students in age-appropriate grade levels in accordance with the Ministry of Education/KHDA regulations.
Families are encouraged to use the country comparison chart below to ensure that they are applying to the correct grade level, taking into account the differences that exist in the naming of “grades” around the world.
If there are questions about the correct grade-level placement, please contact the Registration Team.
Our Admissions is open for Academic Year 2025-26
| UK Curriculum | American/IB | Age | Cut Off Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery | Nursery | 2 Years | 31st August |
| FS1 | Pre-K | 3 Years | 31st August |
| FS2 | KG1 | 4 Years | 31st August |
| Year 1 | KG2 | 5 Years | 31st August |
| Year 2 | Grade 1 | 6 Years | 31st August |
| Year 3 | Grade 2 | 7 Years | 31st August |
| Year 4 | Grade 3 | 8 Years | 31st August |
| Year 5 | Grade 4 | 9 Years | 31st August |
| Year 6 | Grade 5 | 10 Years | 31st August |
| Year 7 | Grade 6 | 11 Years | 31st August |
| Year 8 | Grade 7 | 12 Years | 31st August |
| Year 9 | Grade 8 | 13 Years | 31st August |
| Year 10 | Grade 9 | 14 Years | 31st August |
| Year 11 | Grade 10 | 15 Years | 31st August |
| Year 12 | Grade 11 | 16 Years | 31st August |
| Year 13 | Grade 12 | 17 Years | 31st August |
Please click here to view the latest KHDA updates on school ages.