5 year developmental milestones
- 1-5 Years
- 5-11 Years
- Child development and growing up
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There are some key physical and communication milestones you will expect your 5 year old to reach. These milestones should be treated as a rough guide, as each child is unique and will develop at their own pace. It is often unhelpful to compare a child to other children or their siblings.
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Last reviewed: 1 November, 2023