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IV. Worcestershire Open Air School, West Malvern.
This is a residential school for 40 delicate children. It
was opened in June, 1914. It is a gift of Miss C. F.
Severn Burrow, and the beds are maintained by the County
of Worcester, the City of Worcester, and the Borough of
Kidderminster. The school is situated on 3½ acres of land.
The contract price was ƒ1,095, and extras have amounted
to about ƒ150.
(1) The structure is wood framing, covered internally by
match-boarding and beaver boards. The roof is
of eternite sheeting.
(2) There is one class-room which is also used as the
dining-room. Much of the work is done out of
doors, and the class-room is only used in wet
weather. The side of the class room open to the
prevailing winds can be closed by detachable
match-boarded doors which fit in the spaces.
(3) The desks used are very light and of the nature of
an artist's sketch-board.
(4) No heating is provided.
(5) The dormitories are constructed of the same material.
(6) Spray baths are provided, each spray having a
separate pull.
(7) The school is for girls only ranging from 5 to 13
years of age.
(8) The children share such of the home duties as they are
fitted for.
(9) Provision is made for a 12 hours' night and a 2
hours' afternoon rest.
(10) The staff consists of 1 head teacher, 1 teacher, 1
nurse, 1 cook matron, 1 scullery maid, 1 dormitory
matron (not yet appointed).