HC Deb 22 April 1986 vol 96 cc118-9W
Mr. George Robertson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what criteria were used to assess Hamilton college private school in granting it approval by his Department.

Mr. Allan Stewart

Before the proprietor of an independent school is given notice of final registration of that school under the provisions of the Education (Scotland) Act 1980, my right hon. and learned Friend requires to be satisfied that—

  1. (a) efficient and suitable instruction is being provided at the school, having regard to the ages and sex of the pupils attending;
  2. (b) the school premises are suitable for a school;
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  3. (c) the accommodation provided at the school premises is adequate and suitable having regard to the number, ages and sex of the pupils attending; and
  4. (d) the proprietor of the school and any teacher employed at the school is a proper person to be the proprietor of an independent school or to be a teacher in any school.