The Government has published updated guidance on the legal duties that schools and colleges must follow to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18.
The NSPCC has created Keeping children safe in education (KCSIE) 2026: summary of changes
The changes for KCSIE 2026 include new and updated guidance around:
- regulations and safeguarding requirements on school premises
- children requiring mental health support
- young carers
- children who are questioning their gender
- safer recruitment and regulated activity.
all have implications for the youth sector.