Commentary on Sections and Schedules The National Curriculum for England Section 87: Establishment of the National Curriculum for England by order
232.This re-enacts section 356 of the EA 96 to include the foundation stage. The Secretary of State has order-making powers to specify in relation to each of the foundation stage areas of learning, early learning goals, educational programmes and assessment arrangements as appropriate; and in relation to the key stages the attainment targets, programmes of study and assessment arrangements which she considers appropriate for each subject. The previous prohibition on the subject of science including sexually transmitted diseases and human sexual behaviour has not been re-enacted.
233.It extends order making powers in relation to the foundation stage to include all providers who are currently receiving Government early years education funding.