Key Stage 3 research: pupil survey, August 2026

Survey of 2,090 pupils aged 11 to 18 in English secondary schools, on their experiences of Key Stage 3. It covers time spent on learning and activities, teaching quality, settling into secondary school, confidence, enjoyment and how relevant their learning feels. Crossbreaks: gender, age, phase (KS3, KS4, KS5/post-16), type of school (state, private, grammar) and social grade. Results are weighted.