Wales CIW: Deadline for SASS 2026 Submission
Summary
The Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) has issued a notice reminding registered childminders and childcare providers that the deadline to complete their Self-Assessment of Service Statement (SASS) 2026 is March 27, 2026. Failure to submit the SASS, a legal requirement, may impact future service ratings.
What changed
The Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) has issued a notice reminding all registered childminders and childcare and play providers in Wales, registered before December 31, 2025, that the deadline to complete their Self-Assessment of Service Statement (SASS) 2026 is March 27, 2026. This is a legal requirement under The Child Minding and Day Care (Wales) Regulations 2010, and failure to submit the SASS by the deadline could affect future service ratings.
Providers who have not yet completed their SASS must log into their CIW Online account immediately. The CIW provides guidance and support, including video guides and contact information for assistance. Compliance officers should ensure all relevant providers are aware of this deadline and have submitted their SASS to avoid potential negative impacts on their service ratings.
What to do next
- Complete and submit SASS 2026 by March 27, 2026.
- Log into CIW Online account to complete the SASS.
- Consult SASS guidance page for assistance if needed.
Penalties
Failure to submit your SASS by the deadline could affect your future ratings.
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20 March 2026
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One week left to complete SASS 2026
The deadline for SASS 2026 is 27 March – that's just one week away.
All registered childminders and childcare and play providers in Wales who registered before 31 December 2025 must complete their Self-Assessment of Service Statement. This is a legal requirement.
Important: Failure to submit your SASS by the deadline could affect your future ratings.
If you haven't completed your SASS yet, log into your CIW Online account now.
Need help?
Visit our SASS guidance page for step-by-step video guides and pictorial instructions.
Can't access your account? Call 0300 7900 126 (option 4) or email ciw@gov.wales
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Completion of SASS is a legal requirement of The Child Minding and Day Care (Wales) Regulations 2010.
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