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Staffing ratios
- Extended services: staffing ratios The rules for staffing classes also apply for extended provision. Find out the staff you need depending on the age groups of your holiday, after-school and breakfast clubs.
- EYFS staffing ratio and qualification requirements Find out the staffing ratio and qualification requirements in early years group settings, and download our summary of the rules.
- Infant class size limits: reception and KS1 Get to grips with the rules on infant class sizes.
- Staffing ratios for supervising breaks and lunchtimes It’s up to you to decide how many members of staff you have supervising breaks and lunchtimes, unless you're an early years provider where there are set requirements. Get advice on deciding the right staffing ratio.
- Staffing ratios for trips and visits Understand how to decide staffing ratios for school trips based on an assessment of risk. Find out what you need to consider, including extra needs you must meet for pupils in the EYFS.
- Staffing ratios: secondary schools There's no set teacher to pupil ratio or class sizes in secondary schools. However, read our guidance for help with determining what ratios would be appropriate.
- Staffing ratios: special schools Find out the requirements around staffing ratios in special schools. Look at class sizes in area guidelines to give you an idea of how many staff you need per pupil in your school.
- Transporting pupils: guidance and risk assessments If your school is transporting pupils, whether for an educational visit or a sports fixture against another school, you'll need to think about your staffing for this and complete a risk assessment. Have a look at guidance on what to consider, and find examples of risk assessment forms.