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The food supplied was exceptionally good, adequate, and
well cooked. Picnic meals were always ready to order (this
sometimes no light task—200 lunches were often required by 9
a.m.). Hot dinners were provided at any time on the return
from excursions.
I and my staff very much appreciate all that was done for
us by the camp staff. They served us well, and did everything
possible for our comfort, and not only what they did but their
cheerful and friendly manner contributed in no small way to
our enjoyment.
Several parents and friends visited the girls, and all expressed
themselves delighted with what they saw.
I cannot conclude without once again thanking all who contributed
to the success of the camp; the Committee who each
year grant the facilities which make the holiday possible; the
office staff who see to every detail of arrangements; the Medical
Staff who see that we start fit; and the Chief Librarian who
supplies us with a good stock of discarded books. I know that I
cannot adequately thank the members of the teaching staff for all
they do, but I know that it is their cheerfulness, their resourcefulness,
and their untiring efforts that make camp life the pleasure
that it undoubtedly is, and give to those children fortunate
enough to share it not only the passing joy of a fortnight spent
in camp, but memories which remain.
Children's Country Holiday Fund.
A further activity which should be mentioned under this
heading is the work of the Children's Country Holiday Fund. All
children sent away by the local branches of this Fund are examined
by the Nursing Staff as to their cleanliness and freedom from
infectious or contagious conditions. The number of children so
inspected during 1936 amounted to 3,342.
(10) Physical Training.
An Inspector of Physical Training has been appointed
for the organization and supervision of physical training in all
schools and other Educational Institutions under the Education
Committee.
There is a well organised School Sports Association composed
of members of the West Ham Education Committee and
teachers. All available sites in the Borough are utilised to the
fullest extent in carrying through a vast athletic programme.
Scholar's for whom an opinion is required as to fitness for
participation in various sections of games are referred for examination
by an Assistant School Medical Officer.
During the year 240 boys were examined. Only four were
found unfit.
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