HC Deb 22 June 1972 vol 839 c154W
49. Sir G. de Freitas

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what is the percentage of children staying on at school beyond the ages, respectively, of 15, 16, 17 and 18 years in Northamptonshire.

Mr. van Straubenzee

In January, 1971, in maintained schools, 47.5 23.2, 12.9 and 36 per cent. respectively.