Petition · Department for Education
Introduce a maximum safe temperature for Early Years settings
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26 signatures
What the petition asks
Introduce a legal maximum indoor temperature for nurseries and early years settings. Require providers to take action when temperatures become unsafe, to protect babies, young children and staff during periods of extreme heat.
Many nurseries and early years settings have small windows, poor ventilation and no air conditioning. During heatwaves, indoor temperatures can become uncomfortably high, and fans alone are often not enough. Babies and children under five are particularly vulnerable to overheating and dehydration, and some are unable to communicate when they feel unwell. The Government should introduce a maximum safe indoor temperature and require action when this is exceeded.
Timeline
| 16 Jul 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
26
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Education
Opened
16 Jul 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.