Commenting on the roll out of more free breakfast clubs, Daniel Kebede, general secretary of the National Education Union, said:
"Every child deserves a good start in life, and the best start to the school day. Feeling hungry makes concentrating and learning hard so this announcement is welcome. Access to breakfast clubs at school will make a positive difference.
"We are pleased that Government is taking steps to uplift funding for some schools. We’re keen to see the Government make sure that children in special and alternative education do not miss out. It is crucial that stretched school budgets are not further challenged by plans that are not fully funded.
"The government’s ambition of making breakfast clubs universal is forward thinking and will boost learning. A means-tested system always leaves some children and their families behind. In Labour-led London and Wales we can see the hugely positive impact of universal free school meal provision for primary school children. Westminster should take note so that all children can learn successfully and enjoy the school day."