Childcare Accessibility

Part of Education – in the House of Commons at on 4 November 2024.

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Photo of Jennifer Craft Jennifer Craft Labour, Thurrock

Many early years providers struggle to meet the needs of children with SEND. Lack of funds, lack of training and lack of specialist staff often mean that those that do provide a good or excellent service quickly become over-subscribed. What steps is the Department taking to reassure parents and carers of children with SEND that those children will have access to the childcare or early years provision in their areas that meets their needs?