The PISA study is carried out in 2 stages, a field trial and a main study, with different schools selected for each stage. The field trial (March 2024) includes a smaller sample of schools and pupils than the main study (October 2025). The field trial helps ensure that PISA 2025 assessments, questionnaires and processes work as well as possible prior to the main study - it is therefore a very important and influential part of the study, and your contribution is highly valued.
The PISA assessment includes:
Participating in PISA offers a range of benefits for schools, for pupils and for education in the UK. You will be:
- Contributing to a study that helps us better understand our education system
- Providing pupils with the experience of representing their country in an international study and the opportunity to practise external assessment skills in an interesting and innovative ‘low stakes’ online assessment.
To thank you for your time, you will receive a payment of £200 direct to your school.
If you have any queries on any aspect of the study, please do not hesitate to contact the PISA25 support team.