Schistosomiasis is one of the 17 ‘neglected tropical diseases’ as classified by the World Health Organization. In order to better understand attitudes and practices surrounding schistosomiasis, Malaria Consortium carried out a survey in Nampula province, Mozambique, where the organisation is implementing a community engagement intervention with a focus on this disease. Findings suggest a need for greater efforts to improve knowledge of schistosomiasis in affected communities in order to increase uptake of mass drug administration and ensure that communities take appropriate measures to prevent infection.