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“It’s vitally important we improve outcomes for the most disadvantaged children as they will benefit most from early education and childcare. This will be crucial to achieving the Government’s good level of development target.

"Many councils are already introducing smoke and vape-free spaces, particularly play spaces, sports sidelines and school gates. National consistency across settings would help protect children, health and care patients, and non-users from harmful exposure."

“For the SEND reforms to succeed, it is vital that children with SEND who require support receive this in a mainstream setting where appropriate."

“Councils want to work with government to ensure every child attends a school where they can be happy, safe and reach their full potential.

“While many people leave care and go on to live happy and fulfilling lives, it is tragic that any young person leaving care dies.

“To integrate the SEND system within mainstream education, it is vital there is a workforce with the right skills that can provide the support children and young people with SEND need, to help improve their educational outcomes.

“The free hours childcare scheme has been crucial in helping parents afford childcare.

“It is positive the Government set out plans for much-needed reform of the SEND system, which is vital if we are to ensure children and young people with SEND get the support they need to flourish at school.

“We're pleased the Government shares our aspiration that children with SEND who require support do so in a mainstream setting where appropriate; and that all children can reach their potential."

“These findings reinforce the need for comprehensive reform of the SEND system, and that the Schools White Paper must consider how we fund and provide home to school transport.