Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 63910
Primary Education: Curriculum
Tabled: 30 June 2025
Answered: 8 July 2025
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of including lessons on (a) tying shoelaces, (b) using cutlery and (c) other life skills in primary schools.
Answer
Catherine McKinnellEnsuring every child has the best start in life and the chance to achieve and to thrive are the foundation stones of the government’s Opportunity Mission. This government is committed to giving children the best start in life, breaking the link between ba...
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