the first stage of education in Canada is optional except in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, where it is mandatory.

The curriculum usually covers subjects such as reading, math, the English language (French in Quebec), history, science, music, social studies, physical education, and art.

There are 6 grades in this:

• Grade 1 (ages 6–7)
• Grade 2 (ages 7–8)
• Grade 3 (ages 8–9)
• Grade 4 (ages 9–10)
• Grade 5 (ages 10–11)
• Grade 6 (ages 11–12)

• junior high school (grades 7-8 | ages 12-14)
• high school (grades 9-17 | ages 14-18)
  the curriculum is aimed to prepare students for higher education, some provinces even offer job training at the high school level.

includes college and university programs and vocational/technical schooling