In Northern Ireland children start Primary 1 in September if they have their 4th birthday before 1st July. This means that most children are 4 years old when they start school. But some children who have their birthdays in July and August can be 5 years old. The Government in Northern Ireland is thinking about changing the rules so that parents can wait until their child is 5 years of age before letting them start school.
What age do you think children should start primary school in Northern Ireland?

	%
Age 4	44
Age 5	38
Age 6	7
I can't decide	11

 

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Results for boys and girls

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	Boy	Girl
Age 4	42	46
Age 5	38	39
Age 6	8	6
I can't decide	11	10

 

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