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amongst these all cases falling within the category of "exceptional
children" (Table III). In this way an annual census of
all cripples is rendered possible, whilst particulars may be obtained
and advice given as to their progress and treatment.
(c) Places of Medical Inspection.
There is no change in the arrangements for the medical inspection
of scholars, which is undertaken with due consideration
for school routine.
5. Findings of Medical Inspections.
The number of children included in routine inspection during
1938 was 4,424, or 28.2 per cent., of the number on the school
roll. In addition 3,762 children were referred for soma special
reason by parents, nurses, teachers or attendance officers. The
total number of children medically examined was therefore 8,186
or 52.0 per cent. of those on the school roll.
The number of re-inspections carried out was 3,385.
The incidence of principal defects requiring treatment or needing
to be kept under observation is shown in Table II. The following
comparative table serves to indicate the number and percentage
of children found to be in need of medical or surgical
treatment in the three specified age groups inspected during the
year 1938:—