Mr Gibb, who was previously solely responsible for early years and childcare will remain responsible for early education curriculum and teaching quality, and stays as minister of state for school standards.
Ms Ford’s role as a junior minister includes early years policy and childcare, including funding, providers, workforce, children’s centres, home learning environment and childcare entitlements.
Vicky Ford, the MP for Chippenham, was appointed under parliamentary secretary of state for children and families in Boris Johnson's reshuffle last month. Gavin Williamson remains in post as education secretary.
The DfE has now confirmed details of the ministerial portfolios.
Responsibilities include:
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