COLLECT

The COLLECT portal is used by schools, local authorities and the Department for Education (DfE) for processing data collection returns. COLLECT is responsible for the initial submission of data, data validation and the final approval by the DfE.

The following processes are carried out via the COLLECT portal:

Upload Return – import a file into your data return.
Add Return – add a new return using a web form.
Open Return – open your data return.
Submit Return – submit your completed data return.
Export to File – export your data return to a file.
Launch Reports – enables you to report on your data return.
Delete Return – delete your data return.

Further information:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/data-protection-how-we-collect-and-share-research-data
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/collect-guides-for-schools-and-local-authorities