DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION · Awarded contract
Awarded

Appointment of Pearson Education Limited as National Study Centre for TIMSS 2023 in England

Awarded 01 Feb 2021

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Awarded01 Feb 2021
Value£1,253,528.00
SupplierPearson Education Limited
AgencyDEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 1y 4mo ago4y 5mo term
Awarded 1 Feb 2021Expired 29 June 2025

About

The Department for Education awarded a contract to Pearson Education Limited to serve as the National Study Centre for England for the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) 2023.

The contract, valued at AUD 1,253,528, involved working with the IEA and its contractors to shape the study internationally to reflect England's policy priorities, designing and delivering the national research project to meet TIMSS requirements in England, and disseminating findings in accordance with study requirements.

The study supports England's participation in international comparisons to benchmark education policy and performance, review system strengths and weaknesses, and monitor trends over time.

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