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5-6 years: child development
Suitable for 5-6 years
Key points
- Even as children start school, family relationships are still the most important influence on child development.
- At 5-6 years, you can expect tricky emotions, independence, friendships and social play, plenty of talk, improved physical coordination and more.
- It’s good for children’s development to play with you, do simple chores, practise classroom behaviour, have playdates and talk about feelings.
- Speak with your GP if you’re concerned about your child’s development or if you need support.
- Organisation:
- Raising Children Network
- Topic:
- Children's health, Parenting
- Target audience:
- Parents or carers
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- February 2024
- Last reviewed:
- August 2024
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5-6 years: child development
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