Elementary education is the oldest educational program for children, usually beginning at age five or six years and six to eight years. In most countries, primary education is compulsory from all children. In other countries a year of kindergarten often precedes the first year of 6 to 8 years of elementary education. In larger communities, special classes or schools are generally provided for children who are physically or mentally disabled.

The goal of the elementary school is to introduce children to skills, information and attitudes necessary for a good fit for their community and society. Basically, the subjects taught are reading, writing, spelling, mathematics, social studies, science, art, music, physical education and crafts. They are often complemented by other subjects such as foreign languages. It will surely help children improve their knowledge. On the subject of new years has advanced the elementary school curriculum more than before.