§ Paul HolmesTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many childcare staff have been employed through the National Childcare Strategy to support disabled children; and if he will make a statement. [1170609]
§ Margaret HodgeWe do not collect information in the form requested. All childcare settings in receipt of funding for nursery education are required to appoint a Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) whose role is to support children with disabilities or special needs and to advise other staff in the setting.