EYFS Summary of Changes - September 2026

About this resource

Designed specifically for childminders, this handy guide helps you quickly identify what has changed without having to work through the entire EYFS document. As the latest updates focus primarily on safeguarding, much of the framework remains unchanged. This summary clearly signposts you to the sections that have been updated and explains what each change relates to, making it quicker and easier to review the new requirements.

Topics covered

• Step by step guide to the changes that come into force in September 2026

This is very helpful - thank you. I haven't checked the main document yet as I rely on Childminding UK to let us know what we need to do. Hayley - Childminding UK member