About TIMSS

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

TIMSS 2027 Scotland

What is TIMSS?

The Trends in Maths and Science Study, known as “TIMSS”, is an international comparative study that assesses and compares the performance in maths and science of pupils at ages 10 and 14, or P5 and S2 in Scotland, every four years across about 60 countries. This is the first time Scotland have taken part in TIMSS since 2007. 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, headteachers and parents/carers, which provide a valuable perspective on teaching maths and science, and the school and home environment.

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What does TIMSS consist of?

TIMSS consists of five components in Scotland:

  • An onscreen maths and science assessment for pupils
  • A background questionnaire for pupils
  • A questionnaire for teachers
  • A school questionnaire for headteachers
  • A home questionnaire for parents/carers

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 Scotland by the Scottish Government. 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 0207 010 2015 or any time via email at TIMSSscotland@pearson.com

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