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The senior girls have instruction in hemstitching, English
embroidery, wooi embroidery, knitting of babies' woollies, vests,
socks, making of plain frocks for children, overalls, plain sewing
of pillow slips, tea cloths. As handicraft work, papier-mache
bowls, sea grass stools, and baskets are made. Country dancing,
drill and singing are also taught. The senior boys learn basket
making, making wool rugs, sea grass stools, raffia and cane work,
papier-niaclie bowls.
All grades have domestic duty in preparing meals, washing
up, polishing, etc.
The children are conveyed to and from the Centre in a motor
bus, and consequently do not mix with the travelling public, as was
formerly the case when they went by bus or tram.
The Christmas Party was held as usual and was attended by
about 70 parents, tea being provided together with presents off the
Christmas tree for the children. Two open days for parents were
also held.
Details. Full Time.
No. on register January 1st, 1936 54
No. of pupils who left during the year 10
No. of pupils admitted during the year 9
No. of pupils on register January 1st, 1937 53
Total attendances 7,909
Average attendances 36
Average afternoon attendance—
Senior girls' class 1
Senior boys' class 1
Sessions held 817
Girls' Afternoon Class-
Total attendances 251
Sessions held 129
Boys' Afternoon Class—
Total attendances 102
Sessions held 86