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Day Nurseries.—Before the outbreak of war there were
two day nurseries in the Borough run by Voluntary Associations
to which the Council contributed.
Just before the outbreak of hostilities both of these
nurseries were evacuated to the country. As the war progressed
and more and more women took up war work, the
need for accommodation in the Borough where mothers
could leave their young children became apparent, and the
Council decided to open day nurseries. This decision was
taken before the Government inaugurated their scheme for
war-time nurseries.
On 27th January, 1941, the first nursery was opened in
Blechynden Street, Latimer Road. (The Ministry of
Health have since taken over financial responsibility for
the nursery, and it is now one of four day nurseries which
have been provided under the Government's plan.)
The Nursery has accommodation for 36 children (28
toddlers and 8 babies), and the staff comprises a Matron,
Staff Nurse, 6 Probationers, a Teacher, Cook and Cleaner.
The Nursery has been well patronised, and has met the
needs of the mothers in the neighbourhood.