Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) is statutory guidance from the Department for Education (DfE) which all schools and colleges must follow.

Schools have a duty to and promote the welfare of children under the age of 18 and this guidance sets out the legal duties.

The Department of Education (DfE) has updated their Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, which came into force on Monday 1st September 2025. This document includes an overview of the changes and guidance that will support you to fulfil your safeguarding responsibilities as supply staff.

Key Documents

Keeping Children Safe in Education - September 2025 (Part 1)

Keeping Children Safe in Education - September 2025 (full document)