In a move that expands upon the pupil premium, a key Liberal Democrat manifesto pledge adopted in the coalition agreement, the education credit will ensure all eligible children will receive 15 hours of free early years provision from the age of two and free transport for all pupils and students below the age of 18.
The credit will also include a guarantee of free breakfast and midday meal; face-to-face careers advice; support with the cost of computer and broadband access; musical instrument teaching; and access to the Health Child Programme.
Introducing the motion, Baroness Joan Walmsley said "This motion recognises education as the key tool to improving social mobility. We know that children learn best when they are healthy and happy, and that is why this package goes far beyond schools. The list is not exclusive and can be added to at a later date.
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