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(j) Playground markings, originaliy laid down in ail school
playgrounds for the purpose of assisting in the conduct of games
and activity exercises, have been repainted and, in this connection,
I beg to state that these markings have fully achieved
their original purpose in effecting a considerable saving of time,
which is, consequently, available for lesson purposes, and in
encouraging the more frequent playing of games, not only
during the lessons themselves, but also in the ordinary
recreation intervals.
(k) During the period covered by this report, special home
exercises have, on the recommendation of, and in consultation
with, the School Medical Officer, been advises, in a number of
cases of minor physical defect.
(l) Considerable valuable assistance has again been rendered
by the Handicraft Centre in connection with the repair
and construction of apparatus for use during that physical training
lessons and at the various sports meetings. I desire, also, to
record my appreciation of the efficient service willingly
rendered on many occasions by the Works Department.
IV. Review of General Position.
I have pleasure in stating, in conclusion, that the past
year has been a period of consistent improvement and steady
development, that the future holds promise of still further
extension to a gratifying degree, and that the willing co-operation
of the teaching staff calls for special mention.
F J ROBERTS,
Supervising Instructor in Physical Training.
31st December, 1928.
11. Provision of Meals.—The Education (Provision of
Meals) Acts, 1906-1914, have not been put into operation in Ilford.
I am also informed that no meals were provided from voluntary
sources during 1928.
11a. Supply of Free Cod-Liver Oil Emulsion, Cod-Liver
Oil and Malt, Etc.—During 1928, 9 necessitous cases were dealt
with.
12. School Baths.—Vide Annual Report, 1920.
13. Co-operation of Parents.—Vide Annual Report, 1920.
During 1928, 4,255 parents, or 72 per cent., attended the medical
inspections.
14 and 15. Co-operation of Teachers and Attendance
Officers.—Vide Annual Report, 1920.