School-based Nursery Capital Grants

Debate between Bridget Phillipson and Katie White

Wednesday 2nd April 2025 Commons Chamber

[Bridget Phillipson]

In answer to the question, this is the first phase, and we will roll out the 3,000 over the course of this Parliament.

[Katie White (Leeds North West) (Lab)]

I warmly welcome the refocusing on early years by this Government, and I also welcome the school-based nursery announcements today; I am particularly excited about the one at Tranmere Park primary school in Guiseley in my constituency. How many children do we think will be affected by this announcement, and how many parents will benefit from it?

[Bridget Phillipson]

I am grateful to my hon. Friend, and I look forward to the extra places that will be available in her constituency to serve local families. What we are setting out today will create 6,000 new childcare places, most of which we expect to be available from September 2025. We are moving rapidly to support schools to put in place the spaces for children that we know are required.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Bridget Phillipson and Katie White

Monday 10th March 2025 Commons Chamber

[Bridget Phillipson]

I will happily take away the right hon. Gentleman’s concern and make sure that he gets a response as quickly as possible on the matter he raises.

[Katie White (Leeds North West) (Lab)]

T7. I welcome the progress that the Secretary of State and her team have made. It is clear that she is moving at pace to increase opportunities for all. Will she update the House on what progress she has made on our commitment to deliver mental health support in schools?