About TIMSS

TIMSS 2027 Northern Ireland
Trends in Maths and Science Study
National Research Centre for Northern Ireland

TIMSS 2027 Northern Ireland

What is TIMSS?

The Trends in Mathematics and Science Study, known as “TIMSS”, is an international comparative study that assesses and compares the performance in maths and science of pupils at age 10, or Primary 6 in Northern Ireland, every four years across about 60 countries. It provides internationally comparative data on pupils’ achievement in maths and science, and how their performance is related to their attitudes, gender and background. In addition, TIMSS includes questionnaires for teachers, principals and parents/carers, which provide a valuable perspective on teaching maths and science, and the school and home environment.

Pupils working together in a lesson

What does TIMSS consist of?

TIMSS consists of four components in Northern Ireland:

  • An onscreen maths and science assessment for pupils
  • A background questionnaire for pupils
  • A questionnaire for teachers
  • A school questionnaire for principals

For more information and links to example items, please see our FAQ page.

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How is TIMSS delivered?

TIMSS is delivered by a National Study Centre in each participating country. Pearson have been appointed as the TIMSS 2027 National Study Centre for Northern Ireland by the Department of Education. Pearson will work with schools to deliver the study, managing the administration, processing and scoring of the TIMSS 2027 assessment.

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TIMSS support

We are here to support schools and pupils with their participation in TIMSS.

If you have any questions contact us from Monday to Friday between 8am and 4pm on 020 7010 2179 or any time via email at TIMSSNI@pearson.com

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