§ Mr. Win GriffithsTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many schools have agreed to take part in the proposed school-based teacher training initiative; and how many students will be trained as a result.
§ Sir Wyn RobertsSchools in Wales have not yet been invited to participate in school-centred courses of initial teacher training. Subject to the passage of the Education Bill currently before Parliament, it would be for the Higher Education Funding Council for Wales to decide on the allocation of training places in higher education institutions and schools.
§ Mr. Win GriffithsTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on the representations he has received for and against participation in the school-based teacher training initiative.
§ Sir Wyn RobertsI have received a number of representations from schools, higher education institutions and other interested parties about schools-centred teacher training. Some were opposed to schools taking full control of the training of student teachers; others supported the initiative provided that proper guidance and funding were made available.