Multiplication tables check administration guidance
Check administration guidance for the multiplication tables check.
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FromThe themultiplication 2021/22tables academiccheck year,(MTC) it is a statutory requirement for all year 4 pupils registered at state-funded maintained schools, special schools toor administeracademies the(including multiplicationfree tablesschools) checkin (MTC).England.
The administration guidance provides details on:on how to:
howtouse the MTC service (including the pupil try it outarea)check)howpreparetoforenablecheck administration (including enabling accessarrangementsarrangements)howtoadminister the official check
This video demonstrates the MTC access arrangements, to help schools understand the accessibility options and support those administering them.
This video demonstrates how to log-in and navigate the MTC service and is designed to support school staff in administering the check.
Last updated
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Updated guidance for 2023.
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Updated guidance for the statutory multiplication tables check
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Updated guidance and privacy notice for 2021 optional MTC.
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MTC privacy notice added.
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Administration guidance and access arrangements videos added.
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First published.
Update history
2026-04-27 09:30
Updated for the academic year 2025 to 2026.
2025-04-28 09:30
Updated for the academic year 2024 to 2025.
2024-04-04 09:30
Updated guidance for administering the multiplication tables check in the academic year 2023 to 2024.
2023-04-13 09:40
Updated guidance for 2023.
2022-03-21 14:45
Updated guidance for the statutory multiplication tables check