HC Deb 23 November 1971 vol 826 c326W
Mr. Leadbitter

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many children in child care are unable to read or write.

Mr. Alison

This information is not available.

Mr. Leadbitter

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what teaching facilities are available for children in child care; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Alison

Normally children in the care of local authorities attend schools in the same way as other children in the area, according to their ages. But local authorities may make other arrangements as necessary and in some child-care establishments such as approved schools teaching is provided on the premises.