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The school was again used in connection with the London
University Diploma.
The school has been visited by two German students.
In March last a new method was begun in regard to the selection
of entrants into the school. Dr. Watkins, the Educational Psychologist
and the Headmistress now confer to ensure that the
children on the waiting list are placed in the right vacancy.
In December an infant teacher was appointed. This will mean
that additional younger children can be admitted.
17. FULL-TIME COURSES OF HIGHER EDUCATION
FOR BLIND, DEAF,, DEFECTIVE AND
EPILEPTIC STUDENTS
The Authority for the provision of such courses is the Essex
County Council.
18. NURSERY SCHOOL
Miss F. D. Harris, the Headmistress, reports as follows:—
During the year there were 19 cases of measles, 5 of dysentery
and 4 of mumps, but apart from these the health of the children
was very good. At the annual medical inspection in May it was
clearly seen how very much the children benefit from the ordered
routine, balanced diet and fresh air which they enjoy at the Nursery
School.
19. MISCELLANEOUS
(a) Health Education.—A talk on the School Health Service
was given at a "Parents' Evening" at a Secondary Modern Boys'
School.
Clean Food.—Ten copies of a new wall sheet provided by the
Ministry of Health were distributed to and exhibited at school
kitchens.
Good Grooming.—Thirteen lectures on good grooming were
given at schools during the year.
(b) Employment of Children.—143 children were examined by
the medical staff.
(c) Employment of Children in Public Entertainment.—23
children were examined under these regulations.
(d) Staff Appointments.—113 teaching staff and 318 other
staff were examined during the year.