Summary
Guidance for schools and local authorities on what data we need for the school census and how to submit it.
Software suppliers should read the:
For queries about submitting your data, contact us using our data collections service request form.
Contents
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Find out when the school census will open for each term and what to do in unusual circumstances.
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Any changes to the information we ask for, or how it should be provided, since the 2023 to 2024 academic year.
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Find out which schools and pupils are in scope for the school census.
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Guidance about every piece of information you need to send us in autumn 2024, and spring and summer 2025.
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Information on accessing and using our data collection systems to send us your school census data.
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Information on validating your data, resolving errors and checking any funding reports that use your school census return.
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A list of codes to use when completing your school census.
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The legislation, guidance and best practice to follow.