HC Deb 31 October 1929 vol 231 c322
55. Mr. KELLY

asked the President of the Board of Education the number of nursery schools in operation; and whether proposals are made for the opening of nursery schools in other areas?

Sir C. TREVELYAN

The number of nursery schools in operation under the Board's regulations in England and Wales is at present 29. There are, in addition, 15 proposals before the Board for the establishment of nursery schools, and the provision of such schools is under consideration in a number of other areas.

Viscountess ASTOR

Does the right hon. Gentleman think that 15 will really be sufficient?

Sir C. TREVELYAN

Very far from it.

Viscountess ASTOR

Will the right hon. Gentleman see to it that the others are brought in too?

Mr. BEAUMONT

Will the right hon. Gentleman consider introducing legislation on this subject in his new Bill in order to encourage the increase of nursery schools?

Sir C. TREVELYAN

I do not think that legislation will be necessary. There is a considerable advance.

Viscountess ASTOR

Can the right hon. Gentleman say how he is going to get the money?