Statutory guidance
How to complete the SCAP survey: guide for local authorities
How local authorities should collect and submit data for the annual school capacity survey.
Applies to England
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This guide helps local authorities complete the school capacity (SCAP) survey and submit data using COLLECT.
The guide includes information on the data required to complete the survey, including:
- mainstream and specialist provision capacity
- mainstream forecasts
- mainstream planned places
- supplementary information
The guide also includes information on the submission process and data checks.
Updates to this page
Published 30 April 2026