Every country has its own established system of education. Education in Ukraine receives special attention from government and other state or private educational institutions. It is free and compulsory for children aged 6 to 15. Most children start attending a primary school at the age of 6. However, there are a number of pre-school opportunities. Some busy parents take their children to the nursery, starting from 2 years old. There is also a chance to attend private kindergartens before going to school. They usually require a certain fee. Next step is primary education, which lasts for 4 years. At the age of 10 they can proceed to the secondary school, which lasts for 5 years. It’s a compulsory level. At the end of this stage children have to pass a number of state exams. This usually includes Ukrainian language and literature, Maths, foreign languages and natural sciences.