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Attached to the Dispensary is an old garage, which has been
converted into a kitchen and resting place for the children during
inclement weather. Lavatories for both sexes are also provided
in suitable positions.
Number Attending.—The number of children now on the roll
is 25, but the Board of Education, I understand, fixes the maximum
at 20.
Selection of Children.—These are selected by the Tuberculosis
Officer in conjuction with the Medical Officer of Health of the
London County Council.
Staff.—This consists of (1) a female attendant at a salary of
£1 per week to look after the children at dinner-time, clean up the
premises, wash linen, etc.; and (2) a Teacher-in-Charge who
supervises and directs the teaching of the children. Her salary is
paid by the London County Council, which latter also provides all
educational and other equipment.
Curriculum.—The children attending come from the homes in
the neighbourhood or from parts of the Borough not too distant
for walking. They remain at the institution all day, the hours
being 9.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in summer, and 9.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in
winter.
The subjects taught are reading, writing and arithmetic,
scripture and other elementary subjects (from 9.30 to 11.30);
handwork, singing, etc. (from 2.30 to 4 p.m.).
During the day four intervals of ten minutes are given to
physical exercises, games and breathing exercises.
The teaching, resting and exercises take place entirely in the
open air, except during bad. weather, when they are conducted
under shelter.