Complete the school census

Census dates

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

Changes from previous school census

Any changes to the information we ask for or how it should be provided since the 2020 to 2021 academic year.

Which schools and pupils to include

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

Data items 2021 to 2022

Guidance about every piece of information you need to send us in autumn 2021, spring and summer 2022.

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.