Changes to the Reportable Conduct Scheme

In February 2026, the Social Services Regulator (SSR) took over the  Reportable Conduct Scheme from the Commission for Children and Young People. This move is part of reforms to strengthen child safety.

Organisations subject to the Reportable Conduct Scheme are legally required to notify the SSR of allegations of reportable conduct against a child or young person by a worker or volunteer in their organisation.

VRQA-registered education providers subject to the Reportable Conduct Scheme include all:

• government and non-government schools
• school boarding premises
• non-school senior or foundation secondary providers
• student exchange organisations
• registered training organisations (RTOs) delivering to children under 18s.

What types of conduct are reportable?

There are five types of ‘reportable conduct’ listed in the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005

• sexual offences (against, with or in the presence of, a child)
• sexual misconduct (against, with or in the presence of, a child)
• physical violence (against, with or in the presence of, a child)
• behaviour that causes significant emotional or psychological harm
• significant neglect.

How do schools and other education providers report allegations?

To report an allegation under the Reportable Conduct Scheme go directly to the SSR’s secure webform.