Question to the Department for Education:

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, with reference to the document entitled List of schools in the breakfast clubs early adopters scheme, last updated 22 April 2025, for what reason the number of schools participating in the breakfast clubs early adopters scheme fell between the first publication of that list and its most recent published update.

The total number of schools participating in the breakfast clubs early adopters scheme has increased since the initial list was published on 24 February.

From the start of this term, the first 750 free breakfast clubs are opening in towns and cities across the country, supporting nearly 180,000 children with a healthy, nutritious start to their day.

Over 3,000 schools expressed interest in joining the programme, so some movement was always expected as the department confirmed the final list.

The department built in time between the announcement and the start of the scheme in order to work closely with schools, ensure plans were deliverable, and get clubs up and running from the first day of term.