While families nationwide have been enjoying their summer break, either traveling abroad or unwinding at home, our Labour government has been diligently working to ensure every child receives a strong foundation for their future.
Witnessing firsthand the positive impact of investing in our youth, such as providing free school meals in Essex and engaging in music lessons with children in Milton Keynes to introduce new skills and hobbies, reinforces our commitment to nurturing every child for success.
Recognizing the challenges parents face, including financial constraints and balancing work, family, and childcare responsibilities, drives one of our government’s key objectives of supporting young families. Our upcoming Best Start In Life initiative this Autumn aims to enhance children’s learning, alleviate financial strains for families, and empower children for academic and personal achievements.
Today marks the launch of our new initiative offering 30 hours of free childcare per week for parents, benefiting children from nine months to school age and potentially saving working parents up to £7,500 annually. This provision not only aids parents in returning to work but also assists grandparents who provide childcare support.
Expanding beyond childcare, we are introducing free breakfast clubs for primary school children to ensure a healthy start to their day and alleviate morning pressures for parents. Additionally, we are extending free school meals to families on universal credit, uplifting 100,000 children from poverty and reducing the financial burden by limiting the need for branded school items.
Moreover, our commitment to enriching children’s experiences includes a £88 million investment in extracurricular activities like art, music, and outdoor pursuits. Ensuring children remain active and engaged during holidays further supports parents throughout the summer months.
Our comprehensive Best Start In Life plan guarantees every young individual a top-notch education, opportunities to explore new interests, access to nutritious meals, and provides parents with increased financial stability and time. We strive to assure every parent of a promising future for their children, delivering tangible changes that positively impact families’ lives, unlike the opposition’s rhetoric of pessimism.
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