[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Leyton] page 56

Leyton 1961

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Leyton]

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Initials and Date of Birth	History prior to Admission	Observations following attendances at the Sessions
M.B. 26.1.57	This child's mother is unable to cope with him, she herself is very inadequate and apt to be tearful. The child therefore became completely out of control.	This little boy was most aggressive and tried to spoil the play activities of other children. He was admitted to Ellingham Road Day Nursery but unfortunately the mother did not co-operate and attendances were irregular. He has now started school and an I.Q. test has been arranged.
M. G. 4 years	This is the youngest of four children and he is spoilt. The mother is middle-aged and over-worked as she is also caring for an invalid relative. The mother requested admission to Play Session.	Attended once only as he did not like the other children. The Health Visitor called on the mother and the advantages of the play centre were discussed with her. She agreed for him to come but he did not attend again. The Health Visitor is keeping contact with this family.
T.W. 12.4.58	Since the birth of his baby brother this child became very jealous and difficult to handle. The mother and child relationship deteriorated.	At first the child settled in well and was happy playing with other children. When the mother and child relationship improved the child became unhappy at the play sessions and is now no longer attending.
S. R. 3 years	This is a physically handicapped child. She has hydrocephalus and had a spinal operation. She also suffers from asthma.	This child is too emotionally disturbed to make relationships with other children. She clung to her mother, who had to stay for the session. At present the child will not benefit from the sessions but a vacancy will again be offered at a later date. The health visitor is calling regularly to assist the family.
N. B. 5.8.56	This is an only child who lives with his parents in a flat over a shop in a busy main road. There are no play facilities at home.	He is a shy intelligent child, who makes full use of all the equipment. The play sessions have prepared him to mix with children of his own age groups. He is now at school which he enjoys.
G.H. 5.9.56	This is an only child, who is very shy and quiet. The parents too are very reserved and wanted companionship for their daughter.	This little girl is friendly and active. She thoroughly enjoyed the play sessions which have prepared her for school.

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