Care Inspectorate Wales SASS is coming soon

Important information for all childcare and play providers

If you run a childcare and play service, the SASS will open on 13 February 2026 and close on 27 March 2026.

If you do not complete your SASS by this date, it will impact your future ratings.

You will need to have a CIW Online account to complete your SASS. If you do not have a CIW Online account, you need to take urgent action.

  • visit CIW Online (External link)
  • or call us on 0300 7900 126 and select option 4

There is also some SASS handy tips for a step-by-step guide to completing your SASS.