Ensuring strong literacy and numeracy foundations remains one of the most important commitments in any modern education system. For teachers, school heads, and coordinators, clear and timely guidelines help make assessment cycles smoother and more efficient. This comprehensive FAQ-style guide brings together essential information on the Middle-of-the-School-Year (MOSY) assessments and ARAL Check-In Assessments, based on consolidated field queries and updated DepEd instructions.
Written with clarity and global educational best practices in mind, this guide helps schools ensure accurate reporting, better planning, and consistent delivery of learner intervention programs.
📅 MOSY Testing Window: Key Dates for SY 2025–2026
Understanding the testing window is crucial for seamless schedule planning and compliance.
Grade 1 MOSY Assessment Schedule
October 20 to December 15, 2025
Grade 1 learners take the Comprehensive Rapid Literacy Assessment (CRLA) to determine their ARAL Program placement.
Grades 2–10 MOSY Assessment Schedule
November 17 to December 15, 2025
Only ARAL learners from Grades 2 to 10 will be assessed during MOSY.
🧍♀️🧍♂️ Who Will Be Assessed?
To maintain accurate data collection, the following guidelines apply:
All Grade 1 learners must undergo the CRLA MOSY assessment.
Grades 2–10 Assessments apply to ARAL-enrolled learners only.
This ensures data reflects the progress of learners receiving actual intervention.
🛠 Assessment Tools Used for MOSY 2025–2026
Different stages require specific materials to ensure accurate evaluation.
Key Stage 1 (Grades 1–3) – CRLA Materials
Access CRLA tools here:
🔗 https://bit.ly/CRLA_AdministrationMaterials
These tools establish foundational reading levels and may also be used for learners performing two or more levels below expectations.
Key Stages 2–3 (Grades 4–10) – Phil-IRI Tools
Access Phil-IRI pre-test tools here:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/PhilIRIToolsG4to10
Both the following components must be administered:
Group Screening Test (GST)
Individual Reading Assessment (IRA)
👉 Only English Phil-IRI results are required for submission.
📤 Submitting MOSY Assessment Results
Schools will submit all MOSY results through the official DepEd portal:
🔗 https://bld.deped.gov.ph/submission
How to Submit
Encode scores in the School Summary File (Version 3).
For Grade 1, encode scores first in the Grade 1 scoresheet.
Copy and paste values only into the School Summary file.
Upload the file to the portal.
Once Grades 2 and 3 assessments are done, update and re-upload the complete file.
Submission Deadline
⏳ December 16, 2025
Meeting this deadline ensures inclusion in national education dashboards.
⚠️ Upload Troubleshooting: Common Fixes
Error: “Please check your school summary version.”
Use CRLAscoresheetsv3 only.
Download the updated template from the Literacy & Numeracy Assessment Portal.
Two versions are available:
Tagalog Regions (NCR, III, IV-A, IV-B)
Other Regions (CAR, NIR, I–XII, CARAGA, BARMM)
Mismatch Between Summary File and Automated Results
Use Paste Values, not keyboard shortcuts.
Ensure accurate transfer of data from the class scoresheet to the summary.
📑 How to Submit Phil-IRI Results When Only English Is Required
Schools must submit English results only for ARAL learners.
Steps:
Encode total ARAL enrollment per grade level.
For the Filipino component:
If not administered, enter 0 in all fields.
For English:
Encode all data according to Phil-IRI categories (Independent, Instructional, Frustration, Level Down).
This ensures consistent and standardized reporting across schools.
📊 Viewing Your Results Through the National Dashboard
Assessment results can be accessed at:
🔗 https://bld.deped.gov.ph/nationaldashboard
The dashboard features:
CRLA results
Phil-IRI results
RMA KS1, KS2, KS3 data
➡ If a school or division is missing from the dashboard, ensure all files were completed and uploaded correctly.
📝 ARAL Check-In Assessments: What You Need to Know
Check-in assessments are designed to monitor learner growth throughout intervention sessions.
Check-In Assessment Schedule
KS1 (Grades 1–3): Every 8 sessions
KS2–3 (Reading Basic & Reading Plus): Every 16 sessions
Check-In Assessment Tools
For KS1, tools are found in Annex 1 of the Teacher’s Guide:
Filipino: pages 37–49
English: pages 46–54
For KS2–3, tools are available here:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/ARALCheck-inAssessments2
Do Schools Submit Check-In Results?
No.
Check-in results are not submitted but must be entered in the Individualized Reading Intervention Plan (IRIP).
Access the IRIP templates here:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/ARAL-ReadingResources
See DM No. 64, s. 2025, items 29–40 for details.
🎯 Final Thoughts
Understanding MOSY procedures and check-in assessments is essential for delivering meaningful literacy and numeracy interventions. With the right tools, clear timelines, and accurate data submission, educators can help ensure every learner receives the support they deserve. This guide equips schools with the clarity they need to navigate assessment cycles smoothly, helping improve learning outcomes nationwide.
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