Here's the age criteria aligned with the new 5+3+3+4 structure:

Foundational Stage (5Years)

• Pre-primary and Class I & II.
• Age Group : 4 to 8 years.
• Breakdown :
• 4 Years : Nursery (Pre-Grade or Pre-Kindergarten).
• 5 Years : LKG (Lower Kindergarten).
• 6 Years : LKG (Upper Kindergarten).
• 7 Years : Class I.
• 8 Years : Class II.

Focus Areas : Play-based learning basic literacy and numeracy skills and emotional development.

Preparatory Stage (3Years)

• Classes III to V
• Age Group : 9 to 11 years
• Breakdown :
• 9 Years Class III.
• 10 Year Class IV.
• 11 Year Class V.

Focus Areas : Introduction to normal subjects (language, mathematics, science), activity-based learning and developing cognitive and social skills.

Middle Stage (3 Years)

• Classes VI to VIII
• Age Group : 12 to 14 years Focus Areas : Subject-specific learning, critical

thinking and Problem-solving. Hands-on learning and introduction to vocational skills.

Secondary stage (4 Years)

• Classes IX to XII
• Age Group : 15 to 18 years

Focus Areas : Multi disciplinary approach, flexibility in subject selection, and preparation for higher education or vocational pathways.