A cross-party group of MPs voiced strong support for play-based learning and continuous provision in Key Stage 1 (KS1), following a Westminster Hall debate calling for a developmentally appropriate approach to teaching 5–7 year-olds. The Play is Learning campaign, led by Ruth Lue-Quee, is calling for play-based learning and continuous provision to be recognised in KS1 (up to Year 2) as an evidence-based way of teaching, not an “enrichment” add-on. She also noted that the Minister for School Standards, Georgia Gould, was unable to attend due to a prior commitment. Play-based learning is a teacher-planned, curriculum-aligned approach where play is the main way children explore, practise and apply skills; combining child-initiated activity with adult-guided interaction and targeted teaching. I’m proud to support efforts that strengthen key stage 1, support inclusion and help every child to thrive.”