HC Deb 26 July 1939 vol 230 cc1609-10W
Duchess of ATHOLL

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many secondary schools there are which are the only schools in the burgh or town in which they are severally situated; and how many of these have advanced divisions offering varied courses which include practical instruction for both boys and girls?

Mr. W. ADAMSON

The answer to the first part of the question is 107; to the second, 97.

Duchess of ATHOLL

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland the number of secondary schools which include advanced divisions offering varied courses; and how many of these courses include practical instruction for both boys and girls?

Mr. ADAMSON

The answer to the first part of the question is 119; to the second 106. One of the remaining schools is for boys only and its curriculum includes practical instruction.