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What age should you send your child to school?

Are children better off starting school at four or five or how much of a difference does it even ...

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15.36 18 Sep 2019


What age should you send your child to school?


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15.36 18 Sep 2019


Are children better off starting school at four or five or how much of a difference does it even make?

In response to an email from a listener, Lunchtime Live discussed whether there is a perfect age to start school at.

Susan Keogh was in for Ciara and spoke to psychotherapist Stella O'Malley on what is best for child development. We also heard from a number of parents and teachers on their view from experience.


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