A Doncaster MP has spoken of his delight after it was revealed a school in his constituency will get a free breakfast club – allowing pupils free food to start their day.

More families and children in Conisbrough will soon benefit from free, daily breakfast clubs after the Labour government confirmed the next 500 schools to offer the scheme from April, including Morley Place Primary School – putting up to £450 a year back in local parents’ pockets, Rawmarsh and Conisbrough MP John Healey said.

In total, 644 children across Mr Healey’s constituency will gain access to a nutritious breakfast at the start of the school day.

The expansion forms part of wider measures to reduce living costs for families in Doncaster, including extending free school meals, rolling out 30 hours of government‑funded childcare, reducing school uniform costs and securing Best Start holiday clubs.

Doncaster MP John Healey has welcomed a free breakfast club at a school in his constiuency.

placeholder image — Doncaster MP John Healey has welcomed a free breakfast club at a school in his constiuency.

All primary pupils at Morley Place Primary School will be able to access a free breakfast and at least 30 minutes of free childcare each day, supporting working parents and contributing to efforts to reduce child poverty.

Mr Healey said: “I am so happy to announce that Morley Place Primary School has been selected as one of Labour’s Best Start free breakfast clubs.

“It’s testament to both the school and the Labour government’s dedication to getting children school-ready so they are able to improve their attendance, attainment and wellbeing, as well as improving the household finances of local families.

“This Labour government is boosting parents work choices and children’s life chances.”