§ 32. Mr. G. MORRISONasked the Secretary of State for Scotland the number of children aged 14 to 15 in 2291 voluntary attendance at public schools; and what proportion this number bears to the total in the age block?
§ Sir G. COLLINSThe number in question at the end of the school year 1933–34 is estimated at about 21,700—about 21 per cent. of the number enrolled in the age group 13 to 14 during the previous school year. About 48 per cent. of the total were in secondary schools, 41 per cent. in advanced divisions, and 11 per cent. in primary departments.
§ Mr. MORRISONDoes the right hon. Gentleman agree that the percentage ought to be 100?
§ Mr. BUCHANANDo the figures show an increase over the previous year in the number of children attending school at the higher age?
§ Sir G. COLLINSI am afraid I must have notice of that question.