Mr. Dugdaleasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many part-European children there are on the island of Vanua Levu who are of school age; how many are in fact receiving any education; and what plans he has in hand for ensuring that all will in future receive it either in their own schools or in those provided for European or Fijian children.
§ Mr. LytteltonThe estimated number of part-European children of school age on Vanua Levu is 387. Of these 311 are at European or part-European schools in Vanua Levu, Levuka and Suva. Others for whom figures are not available, attend Fijian schools. During 1952 a building grant has been made to a school in the north of Vanua Levu, and Kasavu school in the south has been reorganised. The Governor hopes that these and other developments will ensure that all part-European children in Vanua Levu will receive education.