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In older buildings such as the Priory some of the rooms are
too dark, according to modern standards, and the light is in the
wrong direction. Walls opposite the windows are white-washed
to try to increase the light, and precautions are taken not to
overstrain the scholars' eyes on gloomy days.
South Acton Senior Roys.
A new classroom has been built on brick piers over the playground.
It accommodates 60 boys, and the recognised accommodation
is increased by 40.
Acton Boys' School.
In Acton Boys' School the old and unhygienic long desks have
been replaced by 83 dual desks. It is impossible for the Authority
to supply new furniture throughout the schools at once, but a
certain sum is set aside each year for renewals. The long desks
are bad for growing children ; there is no proper support for the
back, and no possibility of adjustment to different heights, so that
the children fall into bad positions, and often develop spinal
curvature.
Beaumont Park Infants.
60 dual desks have replaced the long desks.
Roman Catholic School.
70 dual desks have been provided. The school is now completely
refurnished.