Complete the school census

Guidance for schools and local authorities on what data we need and how to submit it.

• Census dates

  Find out when the school census will open for each term and what to do in unusual circumstances.

• Changes for 2023 to 2024

  Any changes to the information we ask for or how it should be provided since the 2022 to 2023 academic year.

• Which schools and pupils to include

  Find out which schools and pupils are in scope for the school census.

• Data items 2023 to 2024

  Guidance about every piece of information you need to send us in autumn 2023, spring and summer 2024.

• Generate and submit your return

  Information on accessing and using our data collection systems to send us your school census data.

• Check your data

  Information on validating your data, resolving errors and checking any funding reports that use your school census return.

• Find a school census code

  List of codes to use when completing your school census.

• Statutory requirement, data sharing and regulations

  The legislation, guidance and best practice to follow.