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Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026

A Bill to make provision about the safeguarding and welfare of children; about support for children in care or leaving care; about regulation of care workers; about regulation of establishments and agencies under Part 2 of the Care Standards Act 2000; about employment of children; about breakfast club provision and school uniform; about allergy safety in schools; about attendance of children at school; about regulation of independent educational institutions; about inspections of schools and colleges; about teacher misconduct; about Academies and teachers at Academies; repealing section 128 of the Education Act 2002; about school places and admissions; about establishing new schools; and for connected purposes.

The story so farThe Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 17 December 2024 by Bridget Phillipson (Labour). It completed its passage through Parliament and became law as the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026, receiving Royal Assent on 29 April 2026.

Sponsors

• Bridget Phillipson Labour Primary sponsor
• Baroness Smith of Malvern Labour

Progress through Parliament

Source: the official bill page. Last updated 26 Jun 2026.