For schools
Why is PIRLS important?
PIRLS enables countries around the world to apply evidence-based decisions to improve their education systems. PIRLS provides an opportunity to compare achievement internationally, to learn from the policies and practices of other countries, and monitor trends over time according to independent measures. The study also collects valuable information about pupil attitudes and motivations, to help understand how these contribute to pupil performance.
What are the benefits of your school taking part?
- Supporting a study that helps us better understand our education system, directly influencing national policy and developments.
- Contributing to an international evidence-base that informs policies and strategies to help address the challenges associated with raising standards and reducing achievement gaps.
- Giving your pupils the experience of representing England in an important global study.
- Providing your pupils with the opportunity to practise their reading skills through an interesting and innovative online assessment.
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