HC Deb 04 December 1961 vol 650 cc127-8W
Mr. Russell

asked the Minister of Education what proportion of teachers are fully trained; and if he will give an estimate of what the proportion is likely to be in five years' time.

12 13 14 15 16 and over Total 12 and over
Boys 4,750 4,877 4,594 124 4 14,349
Girls 4,456 4,652 4,136 86 6 13,336
Total 9,206 9,529 8,730 210 10 27,685

Sir D. Eccles

On 31st March, 1961, 86 per cent. of the full-time teachers serving in maintained primary and secondary schools in England and Wales were trained. Many factors will influence the proportion in five years' time but it seems likely that the percentage of trained teachers will be higher by then.