Get Information About Schools

The Get Information about Schools (GIAS) website is the official Department for Education (DfE) register for educational establishments in England.

It serves as a public database to find information on over 65,000 schools, academies, and trusts, including contact details, governance records, and pupil capacity.

Key Usage:

Search for Schools: Finding school contact details, URNs (Unique Reference Numbers), and types.

National Database of Governors: Recording and updating governance roles (chair of trustees, headteachers) for state-maintained schools and trusts.

Downloads: Accessing publicly available, daily-updated data files.

Key Information Categories on GIAS:

Establishment Details: Opening dates, school type, and capacity.

Governance: Mandatory records of governors and trustees.

Contact Information: Address and contact details.

Click here to go directly to the GIAS website