HC Deb 12 July 1938 vol 338 c1097
26. Mr. Davidson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland the total number of classes in Glasgow schools with 50 or more pupils for the years ending March, 1937, and 1938, respectively?

Mr. Colville

In April, 1937, there were in Glasgow 267 classes with 50 pupils, and 114 with over 50 pupils, on the roll. The corresponding figures for April, 1938, were 165 and 42.

Mr. Davidson

In view of this high figure will the Secretary of State take note of the recent statement of the Educational Institute of Scotland, that no teacher or professor, however capable and efficient, can educate people in these circumstances?

Mr. Colville

The hon. Member will notice the considerable decrease last year.