International curriculum comparison
Australian Curriculum vs Common Core and UK Curriculum: K-10 guide
Families moving between countries often ask whether a child is behind, ahead or simply learning topics in a different order. The honest answer is that curriculum systems overlap, but the sequence, wording and depth can vary.
Published 2026-09-04 • SkillrHub
Are the curricula the same?
No. The Australian Curriculum, Common Core and UK National Curriculum are separate frameworks. They share many broad goals in literacy and numeracy, but they do not always teach the same topic in the same year or assess it in the same way.
Why SkillrHub can help international families
SkillrHub gives Australian Curriculum-aligned topic pathways from Foundation/Kindergarten to Year 10. This helps families see the Australian year-level expectation and practise specific topics while living overseas.
How to compare learning safely
Compare the skill, not only the grade label. A Year 5 or Grade 5 label can hide important differences in topic order. Look at the actual content: the number skill, reading skill, science idea or writing expectation.
Best next step for parents
Start with the child's Australian year level, open the relevant subject hub and use the topic guide to identify gaps. Then use practice and tests to check whether the student can apply the skill independently.
Start with a SkillrHub resource path
Frequently asked questions
Is Australian Curriculum the same as Common Core?
No. They overlap in some learning goals, but they are different curriculum frameworks with different sequencing and wording.
Can overseas families use SkillrHub?
Yes. SkillrHub is useful for Australian families overseas and anyone wanting Australian Curriculum-linked K-10 resources.
Should parents compare by age or year level?
Use both, but always check the actual skill being taught because curriculum sequencing varies between countries.