This article aims to explore the policy provisions and practices of the local curriculum in primary level schools. Data are generated from teachers, head teachers, resource persons, and Assistant District Education Officer by using interview and focus group discussion. In addition, document analysis is done to locate the existing implementation status of local curriculum. The study revealed that the provision of local curriculum exists only on policy that lacks implementation in most primary schools. The popular trend of teaching English language is replacing the local curriculum. Teachers and head teachers are not well-informed and not acquainted with the developing guidelines of local curriculum. Similarly, they are perceived as lacking of technical knowledge in designing curricula. Therefore, there is a serious gap between the policy intention and its execution.This has created dilemma in practicing the local curriculum at primary level education in Nepal.