Primary school in Częstochowa, Poland

Primary school is the first stage of formal education, typically starting between the ages of five and seven. Primary schools are usually subdivided into infant schools and junior schools, with pupils spending four or five years in each. The curriculum at primary level is designed to develop basic literacy and numeracy skills, as well as to introduce children to a broad range of Subjects. In recent years, there has been a move towards more creative teaching methods, such as project-based learning and the use of technology. Primary education is compulsory in many countries, and it is typically followed by secondary education.