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SCHEME OF MEDICAL INSPECTION AT THE
CENTRAL SCHOOLS PROVIDED BY THE AUTHORITY.
There are two Central Schools, namely, The Grove School,
Forest Gate, and The Russell School, Plaistow.
At the present time there are two examinations in the year,
one in September at which all newly entered scholarship children
are inspected, whilst the second examination takes place during the
second quarter of the year, and comprises all scholars who are
in their third year and due to leave at midsummer. At either of
these examinations it is open for the Headmasters to submit as
"specials" any scholars not due for examination where retarded
progress or some definite ailment or condition makes it appear
advisable. The Head may also consult with the School Medical
Officer between school visits on any case where it is not deemed
advisable to await the next medical inspection.
The same routine procedure of following up by Nurse's visits
and re-inspection by the Assistant School Medical Officer, obtain
as in the case of the Elementary Schools. The Committee's
Oculist, X-Ray Specialist, School Clinics and Hospital arrangements
for the operative treatment of Tonsils and Adenoids are
available for cases needing it.
The Grove Central School.
I have received from Dr. West the following report on the
examination of the boys at this School:—
During the year 1936 medical inspection was carried out at
the above School; Leavers were examined in July and Entrants in
September.
Total number of boys examined: 96. Total defects: 16.
The principal defects noted were those of defective vision,
and such cases were subsequently followed up and re-inspected.
Dr. Jessie Griffin also reports regarding the girls:—
Examination of Entrants, September, 1936.
No. Examined, 51. No. Defective, 9. i.e. 17.6%.
Parents present, 46. i.e. 90%.
Defects found (requiring treatment):—
Defective Vision, 6 cases.
Sores (face), 1 case.
Malnutrition, 2 cases.
Round Shoulders, 1 case
Requiring Observation:—
Round Shoulders, 3 cases; (exercises taught).
Organic Heart Disease, 2 cases.
Dental treatment was necessary in 3 cases.
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