Children at Barton Primary School will soon benefit from free, daily breakfast clubs as the Labour Government confirms the first 750 schools to offer the scheme, putting up to £450 a year back in local parents’ pockets.
From as soon as April, the Newport school will kick off the historic programme as part of the early adopter phase, which is set to inform Labour’s landmark national roll out which will give all parents access to the scheme.
Delivering on promises made to working parents in Labour’s manifesto, all primary-aged children attending Barton Primary School will be able to access a free breakfast and at least 30 minutes of free childcare, every day, helping to support parents getting into work.
Universal free breakfast clubs are central to Labour’s Plan for Change, removing barriers to opportunity by making sure every child starts the school day ready to learn – with research showing the breakfast clubs have a lasting impact on children’s behaviour, attendance and attainment.
Richard Quigley, MP for Isle of Wight West, has said:
“I am absolutely thrilled that Barton Primary School has been selected as one of the first schools to benefit from Labour’s free breakfast clubs.
“It’s a testament to both Barton Primary School and the Labour government’s dedication to ensuring children make a positive start to the school day so they can improve their attendance, attainment and wellbeing, as well as improving the household finances of local families.
“Through our Plan for Change, this Labour government is boosting parents work choices and children’s life chances.”
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