HC Deb 07 March 1983 vol 38 c302W
Mr. Stoddart

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if, in view of the surplus of teachers and teaching accommodation arising from falling school rolls, he will issue a circular to all local education authorities suggesting that they make provision for the admission of all rising fives to state primary education where such provision does not exist already.

Dr. Boyson

No. My right hon. Friend recognises the value of providing educational opportunities for children of this age, and that a surplus of primary accommodation offers scope for development; but he believes this to be a matter best left for decision by local education authorities in the light of their local needs and priorities.

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