§ Mr. FlynnTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what information is available from his Department to grant-maintained schools on(a) addresses of potential pupils in the school's neighbourhood and elsewhere, (b) sources of finance and (c) the nursery voucher scheme. [15582]
§ Mr. Jonathan EvansThe Department does not collect names and addresses of pupils/potential pupils of any schools in Wales. Grant-maintained schools are informed of the grants available from the Department for capital and revenue purposes related to the school. No information as to sources of external funding is given.
In connection with the nursery voucher scheme, grant-maintained primary schools have been sent directly the detailed guide for providers; its update, the Curriculum and Assessment Authority for Wales. "Desirable Outcomes for Children's Learning Before Compulsory School Age"; a provider application form and copies of the "Basic Facts for Parents" leaflet. Grant-maintained schools registered for the scheme will also be receiving a registered providers' pack, which will include advice on the interaction of voucher income with their existing funding arrangements. Grant-maintained schools, along with other providers, can also contact the nursery voucher helpline or the department for further advice.