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2026-06-03 · Department for Education · 6880 · Official question

James Naish

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking with local authorities to extend one-to-one support funding to include breakfast and after-school clubs, including to support parents and improve access for children with SEN

Answer

The government is committed to improving access to childcare for all children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This financial year, the department has provided £12.9 million to strengthen local authorities’ capacity...