Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Gary Sambrook (Conservative). It was answered on Monday, 28 November 2022 on behalf of the Department for Education.

Early Years Teacher Training

Question: I recently visited Jelly Babies nursery at Longbridge Methodist church. [ Interruption. ] I did not eat any jelly babies on my visit, but I met the fantastic team who do so much to equip young children with new life skills. The Early Years Alliance is running its “We Are Educators” campaign, which I hope the Minister will support by recognising its work and the benefits for young children across the UK in general, and in Birmingham, Northfield in particular.

Answer: I know that my hon. Friend is a huge supporter of Jelly Babies, both the nursery and otherwise. The Government are supporting early years professionals with £180 million for qualifications and specific training, such as on dealing with challenging behaviour following the pandemic and on early communication.

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