It is for local authorities to decide how they allocate funding to providers in their local area.

My right hon.

I pay tribute to my hon. Friend’s commitment to the schools in his constituency and his support for the Gatwick School in particular.

As I said, we have just announced £66 million of extra funding for the coming financial year, which means 8p an hour for early years prov

As I said, we have just announced £66 million of extra funding for the coming financial year, which means 8p an hour for early years prov

Since 2011, the Department has provided extra funding through the pupil premium to support disadvantaged pupils.

Delivering good quality school places is a top priority for this Government.

Delivering good quality school places is a top priority for this Government.

The Government remains committed to making the necessary changes to allow children to start Reception aged five where this is what their

I congratulate my hon. Friend on his election as chair of the all-party parliamentary group on independent education.