Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill: saving parents money on school uniform costs 

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Families shouldn’t have to be out of pocket when it comes to setting their child up for school.   That’s why our new Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill will introduce measures to help with school uniform costs and introduce free breakfast …

School-based nurseries: Everything you need to know

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Primary schools can now apply for the first phase of funding, with up to £150,000 of £15 million available to support up to 300 new or expanded nurseries to be open by September 2025. 

But what are school-based nurseries and who will benefit? Here’s everything you need to know.

World Book Day 2025: Reading for pleasure top tips for parents and teachers

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A group of diverse primary school children in white uniforms sit together in a bright classroom, smiling and looking towards an adult reading a book. A teacher or parent holds the book in the foreground, slightly out of focus. The background features classroom supplies and a window letting in natural light. Overlaying the image are banners with text: 'World Book Day 2025: Reading for Pleasure – Top Tips for Parents and Teachers,' along with logos for the Department for Education, World Book Day (6 March 2025), and the National Literacy Trust.

Guest post by the National Literacy Trust World Book Day isn’t just about putting together a great costume idea, it’s about showing children the power of reading. Reading lets children discover new worlds, meet new people and learn about the …

Hundreds of thousands of parents can now access 15 hours funded childcare for 9-month-olds – how to apply

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Hundreds of thousands of eligible working parents can now access 15 hours government-funded early education for children aged 9-months-old and older after new rules kicked in from 1 September 2024. Those who are eligible to take advantage of the scheme …