Safer Sleep Guidance.
Your peace of mind and safety is at the heart of everything we do at TTS. We understand you may have questions regarding sleeping equipment in light of the Department for Educations (DfE) new safer sleep guidance. While these regulations formally join the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework in September 2026, we appreciate that early years settings are already adopting these changes to protect the children in their care.
Please be assured that our product and compliance teams are working hard to verify that all of our baby and toddler sleeping solutions meet these heightened safety expectations. We are here to support your setting, ensuring that every product you buy from us is entirely safe, compliant, and ready for use.
To support your setting’s safety standards, we have compiled an initial list of fully approved sleep products below. If a product you use or looking to buy is not yet listed, please be assured that our product and compliance team are currently evaluating our remaining range, and we will share further updates as soon as we have them*
039746 – Millhouse Wooden Dropside Cot
This has been tested against compliance references; EN 716-1 BS & EN 16890. For your peace of mind, please use this as confirmation that this sleeping solution is fully compliant and ready for use.
EL49373 – Millhouse Wooden Dropside Cot & Under Cot Storage Bundle
This has been tested against compliance references; EN 716-1 BS, BS 7177 & EN 16890. For your peace of mind, please use this as confirmation that this sleeping solution is fully compliant and ready for use.
*Update 8th of September 2026
From 1 September 2026, updated EYFS Safer Sleep Guidance requires that all babies aged 12 months and under must sleep exclusively in approved cots, carrycots, Moses baskets, or travel cots.
Key Changes and Requirements
Under 12 Months: Alternative sleep spaces like floor beds, coracles, and sleep pods do not meet safety standards for infants. Due to safety risks associated with lowered sides, these alternatives are strictly prohibited for babies aged one and under.
Over 12 Months: Floor beds, coracles, and sleep mattresses are only advised and permitted for children older than 12 months.
Ensuring your entire team is fully trained and aligned with the latest safer sleep practices is essential for maintaining a compliant, high-quality setting.
To support you in this , we have compiled a selection of resources and official toolkits below. These links contain all the vital information, practical checklists, and statutory updates you need to confidently brief your staff, update your internal policies, and share with parents.
Department for Education guide: https://help-for-early-years-providers.education.gov.uk/health-and-wellbeing/safer-sleep
The Lullaby Trust – https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/baby-safety/safer-sleep-information/safer-sleep-overview/
Early Years Alliance – https://www.eyalliance.org.uk/news-events/news/safer-sleep-requirements-will-be-added-to-the-eyfs-framework-minister-announces/
These pages host helpful information, expert guidance, and safety updates to keep you informed and prepared for new guidelines.
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