Children's Wellbeing Bill 2024-09-09
2024-09-09
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The MP references visiting schools in his constituency and the challenges faced by teachers due to socioeconomic issues spilling into schools. He welcomes the Government's focus on children's wellbeing.
I know from visiting schools in my Walton constituency that some of the most difficult challenges that teachers face often come from the difficult socioeconomic challenges of the area spilling over into schools, so I welcome the Government's focus on children's wellbeing. Most important to my constituents will be the roll-out of free breakfast clubs. Could the Minister tell me a little bit about how and when they will be rolled out?
I thank my hon. Friend for his question. Breakfast clubs are about more than just food: they provide opportunities for children to play, to learn and to socialise at the start of the school day. The Government are giving parents more choice in childcare, and are supporting families with the cost of living crisis. Our plans for breakfast clubs will remove barriers to opportunity by ensuring that every child of primary school age, no matter their circumstances, is well prepared for school.
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The answer did not provide specific details on how and when free breakfast clubs will be rolled out.
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