My family is considering relocating to the UK. We're actually going to be making a decision very shortly, but one of my main reservations is my lack of knowledge about the school system for young children. My older son is 4 now and will turn 5 in August. I think that puts him in line for going straight into Year 1 according to the UK system, but I'm concerned he's not prepared for that. He's only been attending preschool here in the US 3 days a week for 3 hours a day.

Does anyone know if a just turned five year old would be elgible for Reception instead of Year 1? Has anyone had a child start in the UK system at age 5 without much school prep prior to that?

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!