Ages 7–9: Years 3–4 (US grades 2–3)
UK Years 3–4 · US grades 2–3
At this age, children move from learning to read to reading to learn, and times tables and written work step up.
Struggling with times tables, spelling or writing?
- Dyslexia Signs of dyslexia in 5 to 10 year olds: an age-by-age checklist
- Dyscalculia Dyscalculia symptoms: signs to look out for by age
- Dyslexia How to help a dyslexic child learn times tables
Could it be SEN, or just a slower start?
- Dyslexia Dyslexia in a child’s writing: 6 signs to look for
- Dyscalculia Dyscalculia or just behind in maths? When to worry
- Dyscalculia Maths anxiety or dyscalculia? How to tell
- ADHD ADD ADHD online test: a parent and teacher checklist
- Autism ADHD and autism in children: differences and overlaps
Worried, frustrated or in trouble at school?
- Anxiety Anxiety symptoms in kids: signs parents and teachers notice
- Anxiety The 3-3-3 rule: a simple grounding trick for kids
- Dyscalculia Calm maths anxiety: free 10-minute course
- Dyslexia Dyslexia and anxiety in kids: help in 10 minutes
- Dyslexia My child is being bullied at school: what should I do?
How do I ask for an assessment?
- Dyslexia Dyslexia assessments for kids: the full guide
- Dyslexia 8 reasonable adjustments for dyslexic kids in class
- ADHD Accommodations for ADHD: classroom strategies
- Dyscalculia How to help a child with dyscalculia: what works
Not a diagnosis. Every child is different. A checklist is a guide, not a diagnosis. If you’re worried, talk to your child’s teacher, SENCo (UK) or school (US), or your doctor.
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