UK Government Approves 27 School-Based Nurseries Across North East

The UK government has approved the establishment of 300 new school-based nurseries, including seven in Lincolnshire, aimed at increasing access to childcare and supporting working parents. Each nursery will provide an average of 20 places, contributing to a total of 6,000 new spots nationwide, with significant funding of £37 million allocated to the initiative. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson emphasized that this investment is part of a broader Plan for Change to improve early years education, with the goal of making children school-ready by age five. The initiative also introduces 30 government-funded hours of childcare starting in September, potentially saving parents up to £7,500 annually. Additionally, schools will benefit from new free breakfast clubs, further easing the financial burden on families. This expansion aims to address the shortage of nursery places and enhance the quality of early education across the country.