THURROCK MP Jen Craft rose on the floor of the House of Commons to ask a question regarding childcare.
Ms Craft asked: 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?
Stephen Morgan, Shadow Minister (Defence) (Armed Forces and Defence Procurement), The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Education replied:
“We are helping members of the workforce to develop the skills and confidence that will enable them to work effectively with children with SEND, and reviewing early years funding arrangements to ensure that they meet the needs of those children.
“I should be happy to meet my hon. Friend or visit her constituency to understand the issues that her local providers are facing”
