Guidance
Phonics screening data collection 2021: technical specification
This document defines the scope of, and business rationale for, the phonics screening check data collection 2021.
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 2021 return
- assessment module descriptions
- methods for importing data into local authorities鈥� 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).
Updates to this page
Published 24 December 2020
Last updated 16 June 2021
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Added the 'Autumn term 2021 phonics screening check: technical specification'.
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Added information about the cancellation of the 2021 phonics screening check.
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First published.