Statistics
The ability to measure trends is key to understanding and improving the UK's capability in languages. We have prepared summary answers to frequently asked questions on language data across the different sectors of education and in the population:
- Primary statistics
- Secondary statistics
- Higher Education statistics (includes ITT)
- Languages spoken in the population statistics (FAQ)
CILT research surveys:
- CILT Language Trends research series: a quick link to numerous research surveys carried out by CILT to assess language learning in the UK across the different sectors of education.
- Mandarin Language Learning research study: This research was carried out in 2007 using primary survey data collection and secondary data analysis to capture trends in Mandarin provision and learning in England.
Further information: Please email your statistical enquiries to statistics@cilt.org.uk







