KCSIE
Keeping children safe in education (KCSIE) is the Department for Education’s statutory safeguarding guidance for schools and colleges in England. KCSIE 2026 came into force on 1 September 2026, replacing the 2025 edition, and every member of staff must read part one in full. This topic covers the duties it places on headteachers, governing bodies and designated safeguarding leads, including safer recruitment. Some articles here describe earlier editions: check any duty against KCSIE 2026 on GOV.UK before acting.
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KCSIE 2024: Essential Safeguarding Updates for Schools and CollegesKCSIE 2024 introduces a revised safeguarding definition, expanded early help criteria, and updated terminology regarding pupil absence.
A Summary of the Changes for Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023
KCSIE 2023 updates include requirements for filtering and monitoring, a six-month limit on DBS copies, and guidance on online searches for recruitment.
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