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25 boys spent 14 days at a farmhouse at Jevington,
near Eastbourne. Whilst there, they had daily instruction
upon the geographical and geological features of
that part of the coast. Practical lessons were given them
on the survey of the land. They made several walking
tours in the surrounding district, its historical associations
being explained to them. On certain afternoons
they were given physical drill and exercises, and special
instructions and supervision were given to the boys on
the subject of Hygiene and the forming of clean and
healthy habits of a personal nature.
The benefit of this open-air life to the boys, has been
very great. Letters from parents of these have been received,
expressing their great pleasure at the improved
condition of health, the holiday had brought about in
their boys. Seven of these boys had never seen the sea.
Physical Training.
Two special instructors, one man and one woman,
both of whom have been specially trained on the latest
lines, visit the schools in rotation for this purpose.
M any of the teachers on the staff have received a
course of lessons in this subject, and are engaged in
training the children.
Provision of Meals.
This year, there has been a much greater demand
for the provision of meals to the children, the number
reaching its highest point at 550.
The Municipal Restaurant has been utilised for the
great majority of the children.
The Assistant School Medical Officer has visited the
Restaurant during the children's dinner, and was satisfied
with the quality and quantity of the food provided
for them.