From September 2026, the supervision exemption has been removed, redefining regulated activity and tightening checks in schools and early years. Volunteers who teach, train, instruct or supervise will often need Enhanced DBS with barred list checks. EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) onboarding becomes stricter, with no starts before clearances are received. This guide explains the changes, links to authoritative sources, and sets out a practical, ethical plan for compliance that protects children and supports volunteers and staff.