Is Your School Compliant with the 2026 Restrictive Interventions Guidance?

The 1st April 2026 deadline is approaching. For Headteachers, SENCOs, and Safeguarding Leads, the new restrictive interventions standards require a proactive shift in policy and practice.

To support your school community, we have developed a comprehensive, free checklist designed to take the stress out of your preparations. Instead of spending hours cross-referencing statutory documents, you can get a clear, one-page overview of your requirements today.

We know that school leaders are under immense time pressure. This resource is a practical tool to help you delegate tasks and track progress across your Senior Leadership Team.

Who Created this Resource?

With over 20 years of experience in primary education, Claire Steele is a respected and committed school leader who has worked across a diverse range of schools and multi-academy trusts. Her previous roles include Assistant Principal, Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and Senior Mental Health and Wellbeing Lead. She has also worked extensively with partners to support the delivery of a wide range of National Professional Qualifications (NPQs).

Claire is deeply passionate about creating safe, inclusive, and nurturing school environments, where the wellbeing of pupils is at the heart of practice. She brings her extensive knowledge, dedication, and enthusiasm to Services For Education, supporting schools in embedding effective and compassionate safeguarding practices at every level.

Working as part of our team of advisers, Claire delivers high-quality, comprehensive safeguarding training and conducts thorough safeguarding audits in schools. She also champions SEND and equality, ensuring these values are central to all aspects of her work.