Guidance
Phonics screening data collection: technical specification
Specification for software suppliers and local authorities preparing for the phonics screening check data collection 2024.
Applies to England
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This specification is intended for:
- suppliers developing software for use in management information systems (MIS)
- local authorities collecting and submitting the phonics screening check data collection
It contains:
- the business rationale for the return
- changes to the 2024 return
- assessment module descriptions
- methods for importing data into local authorities’ information systems
- XML formats and messages
- validation check information
This guide must be read in conjunction with the current version of the common basic data set (CBDS).
Published 31 January 2023
Last updated 26 April 2024 + show all updates
Last updated 26 April 2024 + show all updates
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Technical specification updated for 2024.
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The technical specification has been updated. Full details of the changes can be found in the version history.
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First published.